Tesla Model S: Latch - Door - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Closures / 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
mounting cross member to gain access to the latch manual release
lever and cable.
- Release the clip from the cross member and feed the cable
through the opening.
- Remove the screws (x2) that secure the latch to the C-Pillar
(torque 10 Nm).
- From inside the vehicle, disconnect the latch wiring, release
the latch from the C-Pillar, then remove it from the opening.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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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.
Handle - Interior Release - Door - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove front door trim panel (refer to procedure)
Release clips and remove door pad finisher.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
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Position the vehicle for adjusting the headlights:
The vehicle is in a darkened area.
The vehicle is on a level surface.
The vehicle is perpendicular to a wall that has a white
matte surface. The wall must be at least 1.8m (6 ft) high
Locking Devices
General
Always replace locking devices with ones of the same design.
Caution: Do not use impact tools on fasteners that are
threaded into aluminum components.
Locking tabs and washers
Always inspect locking tabs and washers. Do not reuse if damaged.
Pipe and hose unions
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