Tesla Model S: Back Plate - Door - Exterior Handle - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove door handle for access (refer to procedure)
- Position handle assembly on a soft working surface.
- Remove door handle rear seal.
- Remove screws (x4) securing handle grip backplate (torque 2 Nm).
- Remove handle.
Installation
- Install back plate starting with inner fixings first. Ensure the
LED wiring is correctly routed to avoid chafing.
- Install the door handle back seal
- Check door handle for smooth operation.
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Removal
Remove backplate grip (refer to procedure)
Disconnect LED wiring and remove from door grip.
Installation
Removal
Remove door handle for access (refer to procedure)
Position handle assembly on a soft working surface.
Remove door handle rear seal.
Release motor harness connector.
R
Removal
Remove door handle for access (refer to procedure)
Position handle assembly on a soft working surface.
Remove door handle rear seal.
Remove cable ties securing door pressu
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Removal
Remove the front aero shield panel
(refer to procedure).
Remove the bash plate extrusion
(refer to procedure).
Remove and discard the bolts (x2), shoulder
washers (x2), and washers (x2) that secure the bash plate stamping
to the front subframe skid