Tesla Model 3: Sensor - Airbag - Door - Front (Remove and Replace)
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Note: This procedure was formulated using a release candidate or
production model. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when
working on or near high-voltage systems and components
Remove
- Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd
Row (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and
Replace).
- Disconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Remove the front LH door trim panel. See Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH
(Remove and Install).
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- Disconnect the electrical connector from the front door airbag sensor.
- Twist the tabs counterclockwise and remove the front door airbag sensor
from the closeout panel.
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Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Note:
This procedure was formulated using a release candidate or production
model. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or
near high-voltage systems and components.
Remove
Remove the front LH wheel arch liner. See Wheel Arch Liner - Front - LH
(Remove and Replace).
Disconnect the electrical wiring harness connector from the LH front
airbag sensor.
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Remove
Remove the trunk lid trim. See Trim - Lid - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
Disconnect the LH and RH rear fog/reverse light electrical connectors.
Disconnect the rear facing camera electrical connector.
Disconnect the trunk exterior release switch electrical connector.
Install
Note: Use soft materials to protect the windshield and to prevent
scratching.
Place the new windshield on a support stand with the windshield bracket
facing up.
Install the GPS antenna into the windshield bracket, and then install
the screw that attaches the antenna to the bracket