Tesla Model 3: Forward Facing (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Remove the rear view mirror. See Mirror - Rear View (Remove and Replace).
- Release the clips that attach the mirror front cover to the windshield
bracket, and then separate the cover from the bracket.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the occupant camera, and then
remove the front camera cover from the vehicle.
- Remove the screws that attach the glare shield, and then remove the
glare shield from the vehicle.
Torque 1 Nm
- Remove the screws that attach the mount plate, and then remove the mount
plate from the vehicle.
Torque 1 Nm
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the forward facing camera
connectors.
- Remove the forward facing camera from the vehicle.
Tip: Rotate the electrical connectors to the side to allow better grip of the
forward facing camera.
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Camera Calibration Target (1053066-00-A)
Wrench, 2.5mm, Thin (1448868-00-A)
Note: This procedure describes how to calibrate the forward
facing cameras. It does not apply to the rear f
Camera - Occupant (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the rear view mirror. See Mirror - Rear View (Remove and Replace).
Release the clips that attach the upper quad camera cover, disconnect
Camera - Rear Facing (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the trunk trim. See Trim - Lid - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
Remove the trunk exterior release switch. See Switch - Exterior Release
- Tr
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Remove
Open all doors.
Fully lower all windows.
Move the driver and front passenger seats fully forward.
Remove the 2nd row floor mat from the vehicle.
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Open the hood.
Remove the rear underhood
This procedure assumes the cowl screen carrier bracket, headlight grommet,
and underhood storage unit clips on the fender assembly being replaced are
undamaged. Inspect these components and if necessary, replace with new parts.
Remove
Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rea