Tesla Model S: Door - Charge Port - Single Phase - Motorized (Remove and Replace)
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 charge port door to the
tail light assembly (torque 2.5 Nm).
- 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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the 1st generation slave charger. If the vehicle is equipped with a
2nd generation slave charger, refer to procedure 44102102 (refer to
Note: This procedure describes how to remove and
install the 2nd generation slave charger. If the vehicle is equipped
with a 1st generation slave charger, refer to procedure 44100102 (refer
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If desired, use the touchscreen to change the charge
limit and the charging current (see Charge Settings).
To charge at a public charging station, plug the
appropriate adapter into the vehicle's charging port, and
then connect the station's charging connector to the
adapter. The most commonly u
Removal
Remove door trim pad (refer to procedure)
Partially lower glass for access to glass clamp.
Remove water proof tape for access to adjustment clamp.
Loosen but do not remove clamp nut securing door glass to
regulator (torque 7.5 Nm). This allows glass to move fore and