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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fender Assembly - Front - LH - Remove and Install: Install
2018 Tesla Model 3 BaseSECTION Install
Tip: For instructions on how to align the fender, refer to Fender Alignment .
- Load urethane into a caulking gun, and then cut an opening that is 3.5 mm wide and 1.5 mm tall.
- Apply a dollop of urethane on top of the primed surface of the LH outer shotgun panel.
- Position the LH front fender on the vehicle.
- Install the bolt and nut that attach the lower LH front fender to the vehicle.
9.8 Nm (7.2 lbs-ft)
9.8 Nm (7.2 lbs-ft)
- Install the bolt that attaches the rear LH front fender to the vehicle.
9.8 Nm (7.2 lbs-ft)
- Install the bolt that attaches the lower LH front fender to the vehicle.
- Install the bolts that attach the upper LH front fender to the vehicle.
- Install the cowl screen panel clips (2x) on the LH front fender bracket.
- Connect the electrical connectors (2x) to the front side repeater light.
- Install the LH headlight. See Headlight - LH - Remove And Replace .
- Install the front fascia. See Fascia - Front - Remove and Install .
- Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove And Replace) .
- Install the front wheels. See Wheel - Remove And Install .
- Install the LH shock tower cover. See Cover - Shock Tower - LH - Remove And Replace .
- For China, Japan and Korea only: Install a new motor ID label on the fender.
- Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove And Replace) .
- Install the hood latch cover. See Cover - Hood Latch - Remove And Replace .
- Install the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake - Remove And Replace .
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear - Remove And Replace .
- Remove the vehicle from the lift.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • 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.