Tesla Model S: Latch - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Open liftgate and secure at working height.
- Remove liftgate trim (refer to procedure)
- Disconnect wiring harness connector.
- Remove screws (x2) securing liftgate latch assembly (torque 10
Nm).
- Release outer cable from abutment and disconnect inner cable
from latch assembly.
- Remove latch assembly.
Installation
- Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following.
- Power the cinch motor until the correct alignment is reached.
Open liftgate and torque tighten bolts.
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Removal
Open liftgate.
Remove liftgate striker cover.
Remove bolts (x2) securing striker to body (torque 10 Nm).
Removal
Open liftgate and secure at working height.
Remove liftgate trim (refer to procedure)
Remove screws x3 securing cinch motor to liftgate.
Release harness clip, rotate the c
Removal
Remove cinch actuator from liftgate (refer to procedure)
Disconnect cinch cable from latch assembly.
Remove cin
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following parameters:
Perpendicular Parking
Your driving speed must be below 8 mph (13 km/h). If
driving too fast, Autopark may not be able to
accurately detect your desired parking space.
The parking space must be at least 7.2 feet (2.
NOTE: View Live Camera requires premium connectivity.
It also requires that version 4.2.1 (or newer) of the Tesla
mobile app is installed on a phone that has been paired
as a key to Model S.
When Sentry Mode is enabled, you can use the mobile
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