Tesla Model S: Actuator - Cinching (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Open liftgate and secure at working height.
- Remove liftgate trim (refer to procedure)
- Remove screws x3 securing cinch motor to liftgate.
- Release harness clip, rotate the cinch clockwise to access
harness connector.
- Disconnect harness connector.
- Position cinching motor for access to latch release cable.
Release cable from abutment and disconnect inner cable from motor.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove cinch actuator from liftgate (refer to procedure)
Disconnect cinch cable from latch assembly.
Remove cin
Removal
Open the liftgate to a suitable working height.
Remove the applique from the liftgate (refer to procedure).
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s)
Removal
Position vehicle with clear access to door assembly.
Remove sill panel trim (refer to procedure)
Disconnect door harness connectors (x3) from dash wiring
harness.
Supp
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Removal
Remove the LH tail light assembly (refer to procedure).
Remove the screws (x3) that secure the charge port door to the
tail light assembly.
Remove the charge port door.
Installation
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the wheel
(refer to procedure).
Remove the cap and inner core from the valve to
deflate the tire.