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Base Bracket - License Plate - Front - Remove and Replace

Last modified: 24/08/2023 15:39:19

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NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.
WARNING: This procedure is a DRAFT, although it has been validated. Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near high voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.
  1. Remove front license plate with decorative frame from original fascia
    NOTE: 4x Screws, T20, 3 Nm
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  2. Remove painted bracket from original fascia
    NOTE: 3x Bolts, E10 5 Lobe, 1 Nm
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  3. Remove front license plate base bracket from original fascia
    NOTE: Secured by adhesive tape. Gently pry away from fascia
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  4. Clean any remaining adhesive from fascia
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  5. If not already present, install new adhesive strips on the new base bracket.
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  6. Position the painted bracket on the base bracket, and then install the bolts (x3) that attach the painted bracket to the base bracket.
    NOTE: 3x Bolts, E10 5 Lobe, 1 Nm
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  7. Peel adhesive backing from new license plate bracket
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  8. Install license plate bracket to fascia
    NOTE: Align bracket with body lines, press bracket against fascia firmly to secure adhesive
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  9. Install license plate with decorative frame
    NOTE: 4x Screws, T20, 3 Nm
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