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Tesla Model 3: Wiper Motor- Remove

Tesla Model 3 2017-2025 Service Manual / Electrical / Wipers and Washers / Wiper Motor (Remove and Replace) / Wiper Motor- Remove

Wiper Motor (Remove and Replace)

Remove

  1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the hood latch cover. See Cover - Hood Latch (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the underhood storage carpet. See Carpet - Underhood Storage (Remove and Install).
  5. Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the wiper arms. See Wiper Arms (Remove and Replace).

LH shock tower cover shown, RH similar
LH shock tower cover shown, RH similar

  1. Release the clips that attach the LH and RH shock tower covers to the vehicle, and then remove the covers from the vehicle.

Wiper Motor- Remove

  1. Release the clips that attach the cowl screen to the vehicle, and then remove the cowl screen from the vehicle.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the wiper motor.

Warning: Do not place limbs within the motor linkage area as the wiper arms will automatically transition to Parking Mode.

Wiper Motor- Remove

  1. Remove the bolts that attach the wiper motor to the body, and then remove the wiper motor from the vehicle.

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     Wiper Motor- Install

    Install Install the bolts that attach the wiper motor to the vehicle.  Torque 7 Nm Connect the electrical connector to the wiper motor. Warning: Do not place limbs within the motor linka

     Wiper Arms (Remove and Replace)

    Remove Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace). Remove the wiper arm nut covers. Release the LH and RH wiper arm hoses from the Y-tube. Release

     Wiper Blades (Adjust)

    SPECIAL TOOLS Adjustment Using the touchscreen, put the wipers in "Service Mode". Clean the wiper blades and the windshield thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol wipes, or equivalent. Spray the

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     Door Assembly - Charge Port (NA) - Remove

      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 p

     Module - Restraint Control (Remove and Replace)

    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 LH and RH center console side panel carpets. See Carpet - Side Panel - Center

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