Safety Warning
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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTESLA2018MODEL 3 BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOORS, WINDOWS AND LATCHES -- MODEL 3
2018 Tesla Model 3 Base
Doors, Windows And Latches -- Model 3
2018 Tesla Model 3 BaseSECTION Doors, Windows And Latches -- Model 3
- Closure Assist Mechanisms and Hinges
- Bracket - Active Hood Strut - LH - Remove and Replace
- Bracket - Passive Hood Strut - LH - Remove and Replace
- C-Clips - Strut - Hood - LH - Remove and Replace
- C-Clips - Strut - Trunk - LH - Remove and Replace
- Gas Strut - Hood - LH - Remove and Replace
- Gas Strut - Trunk - LH - Remove and Replace
- Hinge - Door - Front - Lower - LH - Remove and Replace
- Hinge - Door - Front - Upper - LH - Remove and Replace
- Hinge - Door - Rear - Lower - LH - Remove and Replace
- Hinge - Hood - LH - Remove and Replace
- Hinge - Power Trunk - LH - Remove and Replace
- Hinge - Trunk - LH - Remove and Replace
- Power Strut - Trunk - Remove and Replace
- Stop - Liftgate - LH - Remove and Replace
- Strut Reinforcement - Hood - LH - Remove and Replace
- Latches Strikers and Pinch Sensors
- Actuator - Latch - Hood - Primary - Remove and Replace
- Actuator - Latch - Hood - Secondary - Remove and Replace
- Actuator - Latch - Hood (Single Actuator System) - Remove and Replace
- Latch - Cinch - Trunk - Remove and Replace
- Latch - Door - Front - LH - Remove and Replace
- Latch - Door - Rear - LH - Remove and Replace
- Latch - Hood - Remove and Replace
- Latch - Hood (Single Actuator System) - Remove and Replace
- Latch - Trunk - Remove and Replace
- Manual Release - Door - Rear - LH - Actuate
- Striker - Door - Front - LH - Remove and Replace
- Striker - Door - Rear - LH - Remove and Replace
- Striker - Hood - Remove and Replace
- Striker - Trunk - Remove and Replace
- Switch - Exterior Release - Trunk - Remove and Replace
- Switch - Power Trunk - Interior - Remove and Replace
- Exterior Door Handles
- Hall Sensor - Exterior Release - Door - Front - LH - Remove and Replace
- Hall Sensor - Exterior Release - Door - Rear - LH - Remove and Replace
- Handle - Exterior Release - Door - Front - LH - Adjust
- Handle - Exterior Release - Door - Front - LH - Remove and Replace
- Handle - Exterior Release - Door - Rear - LH - Adjust
- Handle - Exterior Release - Door - Rear - LH - Remove and Replace
- Door Glass and Regulators
- Glass - Door - LH - Front - Adjust
- Glass - Door - LH - Front - Remove and Replace
- Glass - Door - LH - Rear - Adjust
- Glass - Door - LH - Rear - Remove and Replace
- Switch - Window - Driver - Remove and Replace
- Switch - Window - Front Passenger - Remove and Replace
- Switch - Window - Rear - Remove and Replace
- Window Motor/Regulator Assembly - Front - LH - Remove and Replace
- Window Motor/Regulator Assembly - Rear - LH - Remove and Replace
- Window Regulator - Front - LH - Recalibrate
- Window Regulator - Rear - LH - Recalibrate
- Window Regulator - Recalibrate
- Seals Body Closures
- Closeout Panel - Door - Front - LH - Remove and Install
- Seal - Check Strap - Front Door - LH Remove and Replace
- Seal - Body - Side - Front - Primary - LH - Remove and Replace
- Seal - Body - Side - Rear - Primary - LH - Remove and Replace
- Seal - Glass Run - Front Door - LH - Remove and Replace
- Seal - Hood - Remove and Replace
- Seal - Inner Belt - Front Door - LH - Remove and Replace
- Seal - Inner Belt - Rear Door - LH - Remove and Replace
- Seal - Outer Belt - Front Door - LH - Remove and Replace
- Seal - Outer Belt - Front Door - LH - Adjust
- Seal - Outer Belt - Rear Door - LH - Remove and Replace
- Seal - Outer Belt - Rear Door - LH - Adjust
- Seal - Secondary - Front Door - LH - Remove and Replace
- Seal - Secondary - Rear Door - LH - Remove and Replace
- Seal - Trunk - Remove and Replace
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.