Tesla Model 3: Paint
Tesla Model 3 2017-2025 Service Manual / Body / Paint
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Paint Defect Rectification
Note: This procedure was designed to be performed on flat or
near-flat metal body panels with original factory paintwork. Any deviation from
these circumstances can alter cutting times, tool speeds,
Remove Dirt Inclusion
Apply isopropyl alcohol to the general area of the defect, and then wipe
the area with a clean microfiber towel.
While wearing a nitrile glove, run hand over the area around the dirt
inclu
Polish
Remove the cutting pad from the buffer, and then install a polishing pad on
the buffer.
Apply 4 evenly spaced 20 mm diameter dollops of polishing compound on the
polishing pad.
Set the buffer speed
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Steering Rack (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
Caution:
Vehicles built before March 25th, 2019 have 1st generation
front subframes. Vehicles built on March 25th, 2019 and
after have 2nd generation front subframes. 1st generation
subframes require special M8 bolts to
Module - HomeLink Transmitter (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the front fascia. See Fascia - Front (Remove and Install).
Disconnect the electrical connector from the HomeLink transmitter module.
Release the tab, and then slide the HomeLink transmitter
module to the right to remove it from the vehicle.
Install
Install the
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