Tesla Model S: Liftgate Glass (Remove and Replace)
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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
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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Removal
Open hood.
Support hood in open position.
Release clip securing gas strut to body.
Disconnect gas strut from ball joint.
Release clip securing gas strut to hood.
Disconnect gas strut and remove from
Removal
Remove the LH middle 'A' pillar trim panel (refer to procedure).
Use a trim tool to release the 2nd clip from the rear.
Caution: To avoid damaging the sill panel, do not
attempt to pry it up from the rear before releasing this
clip.