Tesla Model S: Door Mirror Assembly - LH (Remove)
Removal
- Lower the front window glass.
- Remove the door trim panel (refer to procedure).
- Carefully release the clips (x2) that secure the front top end
of the flap seal to the door.
- Release enough of the flap seal to access the mirror retaining
bolts.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Disconnect the mirror wiring harness connector.
- Release the mirror harness connector clip from the door.
- Remove the bolts (x3) that secure the door mirror assembly to
the door (torque 18 Nm).
- Carefully remove the door mirror and quarter glass assembly.
Caution: Protect exterior paint work from possible
damage during this procedure.
- Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the mirror to the quarter
glass retainer (torque 6 Nm).
- Remove the bolts (x2 or x3) that secure the glass guide rail to
the mirror (torque 6 Nm).
- Remove the mirror assembly from the guide.
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Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Inspect the mirror area of the door panel. Install 2 nylon shims
Warning: To avoid personal injury, eye protection must be
worn when performing this operation.Warning: To avoid personal injury, wear cut-resistant
gloves when performing this operation.
Removal
Open both LH doors.
Remove clips (x2) securing 'B' post finisher to body.
Caution: Protect exterior paint surfaces during this
procedure.
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Warning: Wear eye protection while performing this
procedure.
Caution: Tesla recommends using a nitrogen refill kit to
refill the air suspension reservoir. Do not use shop air, which
might contain contaminants that could damage the
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer