Tesla Model S: Handle - Exterior Release - Door - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove regulator assembly (refer to procedure)
- Make sure exterior release handle is fully retracted.
- Disconnect handle harness connector.
- Remove nuts (x4) securing door release assembly to reinforcement
(torque 9 Nm).
- Carefully release door handle assembly from door outer panel.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Caution: Protect exterior paint surfaces during this
procedure.
- Remove exterior release handle assembly from door.
- Remove door handle rear seal.
- Remove screws (x4) securing handle grip backplate and remove
(torque 2 Nm).
- Release LED from door grip.
- Release door grip from fork and remove.
Installation
Installation is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
- Install the grip and back plate on the new handle assembly
before reinstallation.
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Use Toolbox to update or redeploy the firmware:
- If the vehicle is not running the latest firmware,
run the "Vehicle Firmware Update" procedure.
- If the vehicle is running the latest firmware, run
the "Firmware Redeploy" procedure.
- After installation, check operation of replacement door
handle.
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Removal
Remove regulator assembly (refer to procedure)
Make sure exterior release handle is fully retracted.
Disconnect handle harness connector.
Remove nuts (x4) securing door re
Removal
Remove grip backplate (refer to procedure) .
Release LED from door grip.
Release door grip from fork and remove.
Removal
Remove grip backplate (refer to procedure)
Release LED from door grip.
Remove door grip from fork.
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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
Removal
Ensure that the front road wheels are in the straight ahead
position.
Fully extend the column and centralize tilt.
Remove the steering wheel (refer to procedure).
Carefully rock the controller module 2-3 degrees back and forth
to break the bond between the module