Tesla Model S: Liftgate Glass (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Body / Liftgate Glass (Remove and Replace)
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Liftgate Glass (Remove)
Warning: To avoid personal injury, wear cut-resistant
gloves when performing this operation.
Note: Use Dow Betaseal Express or an equivalent
fast-curing glass adhesive to perform this proced
Liftgate Glass (Replace)
Installation
Use the adhesive scraper to remove the excess urethane from the
body.
Temporarily reconnect the CHMSL to the harness in the center of
the liftgate and have an assista
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Auto Opening and Closing
To operate a HomeLink device without using the
touchscreen, you can automate the device to open as
you approach, and close as you drive away:
1. Touch the HomeLink icon at the top of the Controls
screen, then choose the device you want to
automate.
2. Select the Auto-open when arriving checkbox
Actuator - Cinching (Remove and Replace)
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 cinch clockwise to access
harness connector.
Disconnect harness connector.
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