Tesla Model 3: Cover - Airbag - Knee - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace) - Install
Install
- Install the passenger knee airbag into the airbag cover by installing
the rear tabs first, and then press down against the airbag while pushing
upwards on the edge of the cover.
- Install the electrical connector to the airbag.
Caution:
Support the front passenger knee airbag cover during installation.
Take care when installing the highlighted clip
- Position the front passenger knee airbag cover on the vehicle.
Note: Carefully install the corner clip, as it can be easily
damaged.
- Install the clip that attaches the front passenger knee airbag cover to
the vehicle.
Note: Make sure that the clips on the rear edge of the front
passenger knee airbag cover engage the IP carrier
- Install the new T30 patchbolts (x4) that attach the front passenger knee
airbag cover to the vehicle.
Torque 2.3 Nm
- Install the T20 bolts (x2) that attach the front passenger knee airbag
cover to the vehicle.
Torque 2 Nm
- Install the passenger footwell cover. See
Cover - Footwell - Passenger (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
- Reconnect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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Remove
Release the clips and remove the screw that attach the driver footwell
cover to the vehicle.
Torque
2.5 Nm
Disconnect the electrical connector from the puddle light, and then
Remove
Release the clips that attach the passenger footwell cover to the
vehicle.
Disconnect the electrical wiring harness connectors from the puddle
light and emergency speaker.
Remove
Remove the glove box. See
Glove Box (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
Remove the pin that attach the glove box damper to the glove box using
needle nose pliers.
Fully open the glove bo
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Lever Lock, HV Connector, Model 3 (1140311-00-A)
Warning:
Only technicians who have been trained in High Voltage Awareness are
permitted to perform this procedure. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
and insulating HV gloves with a minimum rating of class 0 (1000V) must be
Install
Install the brake pad on the LH rear brake caliper
bracket.
Tip:
During installation, press the brake pad away
from the brake rotor.