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Retrofit (Japan)

  1. Use IPA wipes to clean the front center surface of the front fascia. Allow to fully dry before continuing.
  2. Hold the license plate bracket horizontally and align the locator tab at the bottom edge of the bracket with the center rib of the fascia grille.
    NOTE: The distance between the license plate bracket and the parking sensors on both sides is about 16.5cm.
    G00643684Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  3. Mark the four bracket holes on the front license plate with an oily marker, and then use a 7/64 in (3 mm) drill bit to drill 4 holes through the front fascia.
    WARNING: Warning Wear protective eye wear and hearing protection when drilling.
    CAUTION: Only drill though the top surface of the front fascia. Drilling too far can result in damage to the vehicle.

      Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 1126494-00-A Drill Bit Set
    • 1126456-00-A Powered Drill
  4. Install the license plate onto the front license plate bracket, and then install the screws (x4) that attach the bracket to the front fascia.

    3 N.m (2.2 lbs-ft) 

    CAUTION: Do not over torque the screws to prevent damage to the front fascia.

      Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 8 mm 12-point deep socket
    • Electronic Torque Wrench
    • 2 in extension
    G14739835Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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