Plate mounts are shipped in the high position by default. If you prefer a different position, follow the Plate Height Adjustment instructions ☝️ to adjust before continuing.
SnapPlate Instructions for Model S, 3, X, & Y
Step 1
Step 2
Install your license plate using four of the included black or silver torx security screws.
Step 3
Press the left side of the actuator to rotate the latches open.
Step 4
Insert into the center of the grill.
Step 5
Press the bottom side of the actuator to rotate into locked position.
Step 6
Make sure actuator is flush with SnapPlate body to make sure it is locked in place.
Step 7
Optionally, install a black anti-theft security screw in the hole on the right side.
Step 8
Don’t forget to remove SnapPlates for automated car washes. Most touchless washes are fine, but better to be on the safe side!
Step 1
Tesla SnapPlates ship in the high position by default, but are adjustable into 3 possible positions.
We recommend high for the best airflow to the grille.
Step 2
Remove the two screws holding the plate mount to the joint.
- For installation in the high position go to Step 3.
- For installation in the center position go to Step 4.
- For installation in the low position go to Step 5.
Step 3 (High)
Position the plate mount with the bottom holes lined up with the joint and install screws.
- Go to Step 6
Step 4 (Center)
Position the plate mount with middle holes aligned the joint. Install screws.
- Go to Step 6
Step 5 (Low)
Rotate the plate mount 180 degrees and align the holes with the joint. Install screws.
- Go to Step 6
Step 6
If not already installed, install the license plate using four of the included black or silver security screws.
Step 1
If you would like to change the plate mount from solid to break away or from break away to solid follow the following.
Step 2
Looking at the top of the SnapPlate, unscrew the top two screws releasing the plate mount from the body.
Step 3
With the plate mount off the body, find the two screws on the front and unscrew them, releasing the mount from the joint.
Step 4
Align the joint with the plate mount in the desired height position.
Step 5
Screw in the mount to the joint, making sure that the joint and mount are tight together.
Step 6
Take your SnapPlate body and align the mount and screw in the joint to the body. Make sure to tighten in up.
