2018 Tesla Model 3 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Camera - Forward Facing (Pitch Verification): Setup

  1. Park the vehicle on a flat surface with at least 106 cm (3.5 ft) of space in front of the front fascia.
  2. Set up the target so that the bottom of the rectangle is 90 cm (3 ft) from the ground.
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    CAUTION: Do not assume the tripod is at the correct height from previous verifications. The tripod may have shifted when moved. Measure the height before each setup.
  3. Place the target in the appropriate starting position:
    • The checkered portion of the target is facing towards the vehicle.
    • The target is centered with the Tesla "T" on the hood.
    • The target is placed as close to the front fascia as possible.
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  4. Make sure that the target is on flat ground by examining the bubble level on the back of the target.
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  5. Apply a piece of red tape on the target so that the top of the tape is 128 cm from the ground.
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    CAUTION: Do not use existing marks from previous verifications. Remove any existing tape. Measure and reapply new tape to ensure the tape is in the correct location.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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