TESLA ROADSTER 2008 Repair Manual

Removable roof
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Comfort and convenience
Removable roofHard-top and soft-topIn the Tesla Roadster, you can enjoy exposure
to the natural environment and drive without
the confinement of a cockpit roof. To provide
weather protection in unfavorable conditions,
you have the choice of installing either the
soft-top or hard-top roof.
The Tesla Roadster is designed to
accommodate changing loads and strains
that constantly occur while driving. It also
accommodates the tolerances needed to
allow repeated removal and installation of the
roof. As a result, wind noise and minor water
leaks can occur and are considered normal.
WARNING: Never attempt to install or
remove the soft-top or hard-top while
the vehicle is moving.
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Instructions for installing and removing the
soft-top and hard-top are provided on the
following pages.
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Removable roof7-10Comfort and convenienceInstalling the soft-top
WARNING: Never attempt to install the
soft-top while the vehicle is moving.
This could cause an accident in which you or
others may be seriously injured or killed.
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Open both doors. Remove the soft-top and
support stays from the bag.
Note: The support stays and the side rails of
the soft-top assembly have arrows on them
which should point to the front of the vehicle
when installing.
1. Fit the two support stays between the header rails. The support stays need to be
flexed to enable them to fit into the slots
in the header rails. 2. Inspect the channels in the header rails
and remove any debris (such as leaves)
that may have accumulated.
3. Position the soft-top across the space between the two support stays. Ensure
that the arrows molded on the side rails
are pointing to the front of the vehicle.
4. Standing at the drivers side, unroll the soft-top. Starting at the drivers side
minimizes potential damage to the roof
seals.
5. Position the side rail so that the black locating pins are located in the
uppermost slots on the front and rear
header rails.TR0131
6. Ensure that the front and rear edges of the soft-top are correctly located in the
channels on the header rails.
7. Rotate the side rail downwards until the side rail locking pins are correctly located
in the lower slots and you can hear them
‘click’ into place.
8. Check that both locking pins are correctly engaged by attempting to rotate the side
rail upwards.
9. Repeat steps 5 through 8 for the passenger side of the soft-top. You may
need to pull on the side rail to engage the
locating pins on the header rails.
10. Inspect the fitted soft-top to ensure that the front and rear edges are correctly
located in the channels on the header rails.
Incorrect fitment can result in damaged
seals and water leakage.
WARNING: Before driving, check that
both side rails are securely fitted. An
incorrectly fitted or unsecured soft-top could
result in an accident which could lead to
serious injury or even death.
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Note: Unless you specified otherwise when
your vehicle was delivered, Tesla Motors has
set your windows to accommodate the
hard-top. To prevent water from entering the
cabin when using your soft-top, you will need
to have Tesla Motors adjust your windows.
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Removable roof
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Comfort and convenience
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Removing the soft-top
WA R N I N G : N e v e r a t t e m p t t o r e m o v e
the soft-top while the vehicle is moving.
This could cause an accident in which you or
others may be seriously injured or killed.
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Caution: It is recommended that you
release the side towards the front of the
vehicle first to prevent the adjusters for the
tensioning cables from damaging the seals.
1. With the vehicle stationary, open both doors.
2. Locate the two release levers on the inside face of the side rail.
3. Press both levers inwards to release the side rail locking pins and rotate the rail
upwards. You may need to push down on
the side rail while pressing the levers.
4. Lift the side rail to disengage the two locating pins from the front and rear
header rails.
5. Release the front and rear edges of the soft-top from the channels in the header
rails and then roll the soft-top towards the
center of the vehicle.
6. Repeat the above steps for the other side. 7. Remove the soft-top from the vehicle and store in the soft-top bag.
8. Remove the two soft-top support stays from the vehicle. Flex the ends of the stays
inwards to release them from the header
rail.
9. Store the soft-top support stays in the bag with the soft-top.
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Comfort and convenience
Note: If the soft-top is damp when removed,
it is recommended that it is unrolled or
refitted at the soonest opportunity to allow it
to dry completely. Prolonged storage of a
damp soft-top can damage the appearance
or the fabric.
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Removable roof
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Comfort and convenience
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Installing the hard-topThe hard-top has been designed to provide a
seasonal alternative to the standard soft-top.
To ensure proper installation, Tesla
recommends that the hard-top be installed by
a Tesla service technician.
WARNING: The mounting bracket bolts
securing the hard-top to the vehicle
should be routinely ch ecked and tightened.
An incorrectly fitted or unsecured hard-top
could result in an accident.
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WARNING: Avoid getting hands or
fingers trapped when installing or
removing the hard-top.
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Use only the Torx
® tool supplied in the toolkit
to tighten or release the hard-top’s bolts.
When storing the hard-top, care should be
taken to avoid damaging its corners. If the
hard-top must be stood on its end, use a
suitable soft floor covering.
Note: Because of its size, the hard-top should
only be removed or installed when a second
person is available to assist.
1. If necessary, remove the soft-top. For instructions, see Removing the soft-top,
page 7-11.
2. Open both doors.
3. With the aid of an assistant, lift the hard-top into positi on on the vehicle
4. Tilt the front of the hard-top to engage the locating pins into the lower most slots on
the header rail. If necessary, loosen the
locating pin bolts to ensure that the pins
engage correctly on the header rail.
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Comfort and convenience
5. Push the hard-top into position on the front header rail and then lower the
hard-top’s rear edge.
6. Engage the hook on the rear mounting brackets with the fixings on the rear
header rail.
7. Use the Torx
® tool supplied in the toolkit
to tighten the bolts just enough to keep
the rear brackets engaged. Do not fully
tighten.
8. Ensure the hard-top is correctly aligned on the vehicle.
9. Holding the rear mounting brackets to prevent them from twisting, tighten the
bolts to secure the hard-top in place. Do
not overtighten.
10. Check and tighten th e bolts securing the
front locating pins to the hard-top.
WARNING: Make sure that the
hard-top is securely fitted by trying
to lift each corner in turn. If any
movement is evident, check and tighten
the hard-top fixings. Driving with a loose
or incorrectly secured hard-top could
result in an accident which could lead to
serious injury and even death.
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11. Check that both doors shut correctly with the windows in the fully raised position.
12. Position the front header rail trim panel and align the bolts to the holes in the
hard-top, starting with the bolt in the
center. 13. Starting with the bolt in the center,
tighten the three bolts to secure the trim
panel. Do not overtighten.
WARNING: Do not drive the vehicle
with the trim panel removed. In a
collision, injury could result from contact with
the brackets.
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14. Return the Torx
tool to the tool kit.
Note: If, upon your request, Tesla Motors has
adjusted your windows to achieve maximum
seal for using the soft-top, you’ll need to have
Tesla Motors re-adjust your windows to avoid
water ingress using the hard-top.
Removing the hard-top1. Open both doors.
2. Using the Torx tool supplied in the toolkit, loosen the three bolts securing the
header rail trim panel to the hard-top.
3. Remove the trim panel.
4. Loosen the two bolts securing the rear of the hard-top to the vehicle.
5. Disengage the brackets from the rear header rail.
6. With the aid of an assistant, lift the rear edge of the hard-top and slide it towards
the rear of the vehicle to disengage the
front locating pins.
7. Store the hard-top in a safe place where it will not get damaged. If the hard-top
must be stood vertically, use a suitable
soft floor covering to protect its corners.
8. Return the Torx tool to the tool kit.
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HomeLink®
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Comfort and convenience
HomeLink
®
HomeLink
® Universal
Transceiver
Your vehicle is equipped with a HomeLink
®
Universal Transceiver that you can use to
operate most Radio Frequency (RF) devices
such as garage doors, gates, lights and
security systems. Your transceiver can be
programmed using the Touch Screen to
operate up to three individual devices.
Devices can be operated by touching a
button on the Touch Screen. You can also set
up the third button on the key fob to operate
a device. For details on how to program
HomeLink, refer to the Touch Screen Users
Manual, provided in your owners package.
For security purposes, when you sell your
vehicle, you should erase your HomeLink
settings.
WARNING: Do not use the HomeLink
Universal Transceiver with any garage
door opener that la cks safety stop and
reverse features as required by federal safety
standards. A garage door opener which
cannot detect an object in the path of a
closing garage door and then automatically
stop and reverse, does not meet current
federal safety standards. Using a garage door
opener without these features increases the
risk of injury or death.
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You’re vehicle should be turned off
while programming the HomeLink
Universal Transceiver.
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During programming, your garage
door or gate may open or close. Make
sure that people and objects are clear of the
garage door or gate that you are
programming.
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FCC ComplianceThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modification to this device
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
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8-1
Audio and navigation systems
Your vehicle is equipped with an audio and
navigation system. For details on how to
operate these systems, refer to the OEM
documentation provided to you by Tesla
Motors.
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Maintenance and careMaintenanceGeneral information 8-2
Routine maintenance 8-2
Owner maintenance 8-2
Opening and closing the hood 8-3
Fluid reservoirs Fluid reservoir locations 8-4
Brake fluid 8-4
Windshield washer fluid 8-5
Battery coolant 8-5
Windshield wiper and washer Checking the wiper blade 8-6
Replacing the wiper blade 8-6
Windshield washer jets 8-6
Cleaning and vehicle care Environmental precautions 8-7
Cleaning the vehicle exterior 8-7
Polishing the body 8-8
Using a car cover 8-8
Paint damage and rectification 8-8
Cleaning the vehicle interior 8-8
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Maintenance9-2
Maintenance and care
Maintenance and care
MaintenanceGeneral informationRegular maintenance is the key to ensuring
the continued reliability and efficiency of
your vehicle.
Maintenance is the owner's responsibility and
you must ensure that the appropriate
maintenance is carried out when required
and according to the recommendations
specified by Tesla Motors.Routine maintenanceTake your vehicle to Tesla Motors at the
regularly scheduled maintenance intervals of
every 12 months, or every 12,000 miles,
whichever comes first.
Maintenance and service must be performed
by Tesla-certified technicians. Damages or
failures caused by maintenance or repairs
performed by non-Tesla certified technicians
are not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Service interval indicatorWhen the key is inserted and the starter
switch turned to the ACC position, the Touch
Screen momentarily displays the distance to
the next service interval.
In addition, this information can be displayed
by selecting the Info icon on the Touch
Screen when the vehicle is parked. For
details, refer to the Touch Screen Users
Manual provided in your owners package.
Owner maintenance
WARNING: Any significant or sudden
drop in fluid levels, or uneven tire wear
should be rectified immediately.
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In addition to the routine maintenance
performed by Tesla Motors, a few simple
checks must be carried out more frequently.
Advice is given on the pages that follow.Daily checks• Operation of lights, horn, turn indicators,
wipers, washers and warning indicators
• Operation of seat belts and brakes
• Check for fluid deposits underneath the
vehicle that might indicate a leakWe e k l y c h e c k s•Brake fluid level. Refer to Brake fluid,
page 10-4 .
• Windshield washer fluid level. Refer to
Windshield washer fluid, page 10-5 .
• Battery coolant. Refer to Battery coolant,
page 10-5.
• Condition and pressure of each tire. Refer
to Wheels and tires, page 11-4 .
• Operation of the air conditioning. Refer to
Interior temperature control, page 7-4.
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