Instruction Guide - Tesla SnapPlate
Installation
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![Three black TV wall mount brackets in different configurations on a white background.]()
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.
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![Hands fixing a license plate holder with California Snapplate everyamp.com text.]()
Step 2
Install your license plate using four of the included black or silver torx security screws.
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![A person holds a black, rectangular 3D-printed stand or bracket with one finger pointing at its base.]()
Step 3
Press the left side of the actuator to rotate the latches open.
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![Hands holding a black mounting bracket attached to a license plate with the text everyamp.com.]()
Step 4
Insert into the center of the grille.
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![Hands attach a black plastic component with a circular section to a grid-like structure near a car license plate.]()
Step 5
Press the bottom side of the actuator to rotate into locked position.
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![A close-up view of a vehicle license plate holder displaying a partial plate with the website everyamp.com visible below.]()
Step 6
Make sure actuator is flush with SnapPlate body to make sure it is locked in place.
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![A person uses a screwdriver to attach a black bracket to a grille panel.]()
Step 7
Optionally, install a black anti-theft security screw in the hole on the right side.
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![A hand holds a novelty license plate mounted on a display stand, with the plate showing the words Swappylate and a website URL.]()
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!
Plate Height Adjustment
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![Three black metal wall brackets designed to support flat-screen televisions arranged against a white background.]()
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. -
![Hands using a screwdriver to attach or adjust a black metal bracket against a white background.]()
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.
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![Hands using a screwdriver to attach a black wall mount bracket against a white background.]()
Step 3 (High)
Position the plate mount with the bottom holes lined up with the joint and install screws.
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![Hands using a screwdriver to assemble or disassemble a black metal bracket against a white background.]()
Step 4 (Center)
Position the plate mount with middle holes aligned the joint. Install screws.
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![Hands using a screwdriver to attach a black metal bracket, shot against a plain white background.]()
Step 5 (Low)
Rotate the plate mount 180 degrees and align the holes with the joint. Install screws.
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![Hands fixing a license plate holder with California Snapplate everyamp.com text.]()
Step 6
If not already installed, install the license plate using four of the included black or silver security screws.
Plate Mount Joint Replacement
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![SnapPlate Breakaway Plate Mount Joint Top]()
Step 1
Tesla SnapPlates come with a solid joint that connects the plate mount to the base. The solid joint can be replaced with a breakaway joint for additional grille safety.
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![Hands using a red-handled screwdriver to adjust a black 3D-printed mechanical tool with metal components against a white background.]()
Step 2
Looking at the top of the SnapPlate, unscrew the top two screws releasing the plate mount from the body.
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![A hand holds a small screwdriver, adjusting a black metal bracket with four holes against a plain white background.]()
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.
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![Hands holding a black, L-shaped tool against a white background.]()
Step 4
Align the joint with the plate mount in the desired height position.
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![A person holds a black metal bracket, using a screwdriver to tighten a screw.]()
Step 5
Screw in the mount to the joint, making sure that the joint and mount are tight together.
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![Hands using a screwdriver to adjust a black plastic stand against a plain white background.]()
Step 6
Take your SnapPlate body and align the mount and screw in the joint to the body. Make sure to tighten in up.
