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SnapPlate Instructions for Model S, 3, X, & Y

Step 1

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.

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.

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