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Tesla Model S: Position Sensor - Door - Exterior Handle - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Closures / Position Sensor - Door - Exterior Handle - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove door handle for access (refer to procedure)
  2. Remove door handle rear seal.
  3. Remove control link pivot pin to allow control link to be released from housing.
  4. Position control link and remove screw securing position sensor to link (torque 1 Nm).
  5. Remove screw securing position sensor to housing (torque 1.5 Nm).

    Position Sensor - Door - Exterior Handle - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

  6. Release wiring harness and remove position sensors (x2).
  7. Remove screw securing position sensor to bracket (torque 1 Nm). Remove bracket.
Installation
  1. Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following.
  2. Position all wiring around the housing and secure as necessary with cable ties.

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