Tesla Model S: Charge Port - 3 Phase (Remove and Replace)
Note: This procedure describes how to remove and install
the 3 phase charge port. If the vehicle is equipped with a single
phase charge port, refer to procedure 44012202 (refer to procedure).
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer to Tech Note TN-15-92-003, "High
Voltage Awareness Care Points" for additional safety information.
Removal
- Open the charge port.
- Remove the LH trunk trim (refer to procedure).
- Release the 12V harness connection from the charge port.
- Remove the grounding bracket by releasing the nut that secures
it to the body (torque 6 Nm).
- Disconnect the harness that connects the tail light to the
charge port.
- Remove the cover from the cable connector by using a trim tool
or similar non-conductive tool to bend the 3 tabs that secure the
cover to the cable connector.
Note: The locations of the tabs are marked by
arrows on the face of the cover.
Caution: Do not lose or damage the magnet on the
outboard side of the cable connector.
- Remove the 3 bolts that secure the cable connector to the charge
port in the order shown (torque 4 Nm). Remove the cable connector.
- Remove the LH taillight assembly (refer to procedure) .
- Remove the bolts in the order shown (torque 3 Nm). Remove the
charge port.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
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Note: This procedure describes how to manually release a
cable from the single phase charge port. If the vehicle is equipped
with a 3 phase charge port, refer to procedure 44013205 (refer to
Installation of components is reverse of removal, except for the
following:
When reconnecting the HV cables to the charge port:
Remove any adhesive patch residue from the mating surface
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Exterior Dimensions
CAUTION: Depending on configuration (such as suspension height or
wheel selection), your vehicle's liftgate
can open up to approximately 7.5 feet (2.3 meters) high. See Adjusting
Liftgate Opening Height to
adjust the liftgate height and prevent it from coming into con