Tesla 3 - Page 153

Warning: Road holding is seriously
impaired if the tires are incorrectly
installed on the wheels.
Removing and Installing Aero Covers
If your Model 3 is equipped with aero covers,
you must remove them to access the lug nuts.
To remove an aero cover:
1. Grasp the aero cover firmly with both
hands.
2. Pull the aero cover toward you to release
the retaining clips.
To install an aero cover:
1. Align the aero cover into position so that
the notch at the base of the Tesla "T" is
aligned with the tire's valve stem.
2. Push firmly around the perimeter of the
aero cover until it fully snaps into place.
Removing and Installing Lug Nut Covers
If your Model 3 is equipped with lug nut
covers, you must remove them to access the
lug nuts.
To remove a lug nut cover:
1. Insert the curved part of the lug nut cover
tool (located in your glovebox) into the
hole at the base of the Tesla "T".
2. Maneuver the lug nut cover tool so that it
is fully inserted into the hole in the lug nut
cover.
3. Twist the lug nut cover tool so that the
curved part is touching the middle of the
lug nut cover.
4. Firmly pull the lug nut tool away from the
wheel until the lug nut cover is released.
To install the lug nut cover:
1. Align the lug nut cover into position.
2. Push firmly on the lug nut cover until it
fully snaps into place.
Tire Care and Maintenance
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