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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Model S is designed to determine the distance from a
detected object traveling in front of it. When a frontal
collision is considered unavoidable, Automatic
Emergency Braking is designed to apply the brakes to
reduce the vehicle's speed and therefore, the severity of
the impact. The amount of s
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Warning: Do not work on an incorrectly supported vehicle.