Tesla Model S: Latch - Door - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Closures / Latch - Door - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove front door trim panel (refer to procedure)
- Remove screws (x2) securing door latch assembly to reinforcement
(torque 10 Nm).
- Carefully release latch assembly from door outer panel and disconnect latch harness connector. Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Remove latch assembly and release cable from door.
- Disconnect latch release cable from latch assembly.
- Disconnect wiring harness connector.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Latch - Door - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the rear seat cushion frame (refer to procedure).
Remove the rear sill trim panel (refer to procedure).
Release the carpet and sound insulation from the rear seat
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Striker - Door - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Open door.
Remove countersunk screws (x2) securing striker plate to 'B'
pillar (torque 22 Nm).
Note: Note installed position of components before
removal.
Striker - Door - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Open door.
Remove countersunk screws (x2) securing striker plate to rear
door (torque 22 Nm).
Note: Note installed position of components before
removal.
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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
Motor - Seat Height - Driver's Seat (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Power the seat fully upward, away from the floor.
Remove the driver's seat outer side cover (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the seat height motor connector and harness.
Remove the outboard nuts (x3) that secure the seat height motor
to the seat (torque 8 Nm).
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