Tesla Model S: Door Assembly - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
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.
- Support door on stand.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Mark installed positions of hinge to 'A' pillar to aid
installation.
- Remove bolts (x6) securing door hinges to body (torque 31 Nm).
Note: Components have been removed in this graphic
to aid clarity.
- With assistance release harness grommet from 'A' post.
- Carefully withdraw door wiring harness.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Remove door and position aside to prevent damage.
Caution: Protect exterior paint surfaces during this
procedure.
Installation
- Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
- Install door and set hinges to witness marks. Check door
alignment, adjust if required.
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Removal
Remove front door trim panel (refer to procedure)
Remove screws (x2) securing door latch assembly to reinforcement
(torque 10 Nm).
Removal
Remove the rear seat cushion frame (refer to procedure).
Remove the rear sill trim panel (refer to procedure).
Release the carpet and sound insulation from the rear seat
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Removal
Open door.
Remove countersunk screws (x2) securing striker plate to 'B'
pillar (torque 22 Nm).
Note: Note installed position of components before
removal.
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Removal
Remove center console assembly
(refer to procedure)
Disconnect wiring harness connector.
Carefully cut acoustic padding covering ESC
sensor.
Peel back acoustic padding to expose ESC
module.
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
your vehicle may not be equipped with Autopark.
Autopark uses data to simplify parking on public roads
by maneuvering Model S into parallel and perpendicular
parking spaces.
CAUTION: Ensure all ca