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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Starting the System
Press the emergency stop button to disable HV systems.
Pull out the display/keyboard/trackpad tray.
Press the red power button to turn on the on-board PC.
Follow the onscreen instructions to log in to the system.
Userna
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove front aero shield panel (refer to procedure)
Remove front LH wheel arch liner (refer to procedure)
Remove bolts (x2) securing front bumper panel support bar and
remove (torque 11 Nm).