Tesla Model 3: Harness - Subframe - Rear (Remove and Replace)

Remove
- Remove the rear subframe. See Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and
Install).

- Disconnect the electrical connector from the oil pump.

- Release the clips that attach the electrical harness to the rear drive
unit.

- Disconnect the resolver electrical connector.

- Release the clip that attaches the RH rear ABS wheel speed sensor
connector to the subframe, and then disconnect the connector from the rear
subframe harness.
Tip: Use a mechanical pickup tool to hold the connector in place, and then
release the connector clip with a screwdriver.

- Disconnect the 12V electrical connector from the rear drive unit.

- Release the clip that attaches the rear drive unit electrical harness to
the rear subframe at the lower LH side of the rear drive unit.
- Release the clip that attaches the LH rear ABS wheel speed sensor
connector to the subframe, and then disconnect the connector from the rear
subframe harness.
Tip: Use a mechanical pickup tool to hold the connector in place, and then
release the connector clip with a screwdriver.
Top view of the rear subframe
Bottom view of the rear subframe
- Release the clips that attach the subframe electrical harness to the
bottom and top of the rear subframe, and then remove the electrical harness
from the rear subframe.

Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Harness - Thermal Beam- Remove
Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove
and Replace).
Disconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
Release the c
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Remove
LH shown, RH similar
Open the trunk.
Release the clips (x2) that attach the ends of the trunk garnish to the
body.
Release the tabs (x10) that attach the trunk garnish to the body, and
then remove the trunk garnish from the vehicle.
Install
Installation procedure is the
Braking Systems
Warning: Properly functioning braking
systems are critical to ensure safety. If
you experience a problem with the brake
pedal, brake caliper, or any component of
a Model 3 braking system, contact Tesla
immediately.
Model 3 has an anti-lock braking system (ABS)
that prevents th