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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Use brake cleaner to clean the threaded rod and the nut bearing
assemblies.
Use 3M Spray Lube 08878 or equivalent to lubricate the threaded
rod and the nut bearing assemblies.
Slide the bushing into the left side of the front motor mount so
that the shorter cavities are horiz
Removal
Remove the 12V battery (refer to procedure).
Release the 2 bolts that secure the 12V battery bracket to the
front crossmember (torque 15 Nm).
Remove the 12V battery tray.