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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTESLA2018MODEL 3 BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 OF 2) -- MODEL 3EXTERIOR LIGHTSHEADLIGHT - LH - REMOVE AND REPLACEINSTALL
2018 Tesla Model 3 Base

Headlight - LH - Remove and Replace: Install

2018 Tesla Model 3 BaseSECTION Install
  1. Position the LH headlight onto the body.
    CAUTION: Do not damage the headlight during installation.
  2. Install the fasteners that attach the LH headlight to the body.

    5.9 N.m (4.4 ft-lbs) 

    NOTE: The headlight might not be equipped with a lower fastener.

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

    • 10 mm socket
    • 1/4 in std ratchet
    • 1/4 in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 2 in extension
    G14744266Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G14744267Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  3. Install the bolt that attaches the fender bracket to the body.

    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft) 

    • Torx T20 socket
    • in std ratchet
    • in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 4 in extension
    G00656939Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  4. Connect the electrical connector for the LH headlight.
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  5. Install the front fascia. See FASCIA - FRONT (REMOVE AND INSTALL) .
    NOTE: After connecting the front fascia electrical connections, pause the procedure to initiate a software reinstall.
  6. Perform a software reinstall concurrently with the rest of the steps in this procedure. See SOFTWARE REINSTALL - TOUCHSCREEN .
    NOTE: After initiating the software reinstall, continue the front fascia installation.
  7. Install the underhood storage unit. See UNDERHOOD STORAGE UNIT (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  8. Install the hood latch cover. See COVER - HOOD LATCH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  9. Install the cabin intake duct. See DUCT - CABIN INTAKE (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  10. Install the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD APRON - REAR (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  11. Adjust the headlights:
    Fig 1: Headlight Fasteners With Torque Specifications
    G14744270Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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