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Tesla Model S: Door - Charge Port - Single Phase - Motorized (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / High Voltage System / Door - Charge Port - Single Phase - Motorized (Remove and Replace)

Note: The charge port door and motor are removed as an assembly.

Removal

  1. Remove the LH tail light assembly (refer to procedure).
  2. Remove the screws (x3) that secure the charge port door to the tail light assembly (torque 2.5 Nm).

    Door - Charge Port - Single Phase - Motorized (Remove and Replace)

  3. Remove the charge port door.

    Door - Charge Port - Single Phase - Motorized (Remove and Replace)

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

  1. Ensure that the studs on the tail light align with the slots on the charge port door before installing the screws.

    Door - Charge Port - Single Phase - Motorized (Remove and Replace)

  2. 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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