Tesla Model S: 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
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Open door.
Remove countersunk screws (x2) securing striker plate to 'B'
pillar (torque 22 Nm).
Note: Note installed position of components before
removal.
Removal
Open door.
Remove countersunk screws (x2) securing striker plate to rear
door (torque 22 Nm).
Note: Note installed position of components before
removal.
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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It is important to understand your vehicle's original tire
sizes and pressures, and the GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating).
This information can be found on two labels attached to
Model S.
Tire and Loading Information Label
Vehicle Certification Label
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Removal
Remove rear seat back rest assembly (refer to procedure)
Remove E-clip securing pivot lock.
Slide pivot lock from backrest frame.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse