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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTESLA2018MODEL 3 BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISGENERAL INFORMATIONHOIST/JACKBODY -- MODEL 3BUMPER/FASCIAVALANCE - FRONT FASCIA - REMOVE AND REPLACEREMOVE
2018 Tesla Model 3 Base
Valance - Front Fascia - Remove and Replace: Remove
2018 Tesla Model 3 BaseSECTION Remove
- Remove the front aero shield panel. See PANEL - AERO SHIELD - FRONT (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Release the clips (x2) that attach the valance to the stabilizer bar brackets.
- Remove the push clips (x4) that attach the LH and RH sides of the valance to the wheel liners.NOTE: Remove the outer clips as necessary to allow for easier access to the nuts behind the wheel liner.
- Remove the nuts (x2) at the LH and RH corners of the valance.NOTE: The nuts are accessed from behind the front of the wheel liners.
- Remove the push clips (x10) that attach the valance to the front fascia, and then remove the valance from the vehicle.NOTE: Remove clips from the center first and work outward.
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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.