Tesla Model S: Door - Charge Port - Non-Motorized (Remove and Replace)
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
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- Ensure that the studs on the tail light align with the slots on
the charge port door before installing the screws.
- Test the charge port door for proper fit and operation after the
tail light is installed. Adjust the charge port door and tail light
as necessary.
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Note: The charge port door and motor are removed as an
assembly.
Removal
Remove the LH tail light assembly (refer to procedure).
Remove the screws (x3) that secure the charg
Note: This procedure describes how to remove and install
the 1st generation slave charger. If the vehicle is equipped with a
2nd generation slave charger, refer to procedure 44102102 (refer to
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Removal
Position the vehicle so that there is full access to the
driver's door.
Lower the window.
Open the door for access.
Remove the screws (x3) that secure the trim pad to the door.
Note: Two of the screws are concealed by the door
handle insert (torque 3 Nm) and
Your Model S includes the following components that actively monitor the
surrounding area:
A camera is mounted above the rear license plate.
Ultrasonic sensors are located in the front and rear bumpers.
A camera is mounted in each door pillar.
Three cameras are mounted to the windshield above