Tesla Model S: Position Switch Harness - Door Handle (Remove)

Note: This procedure is valid for all 2nd generation door handles.

Special tools required for this procedure:

1. Remove the exterior door handle.
   • Front door handle, (refer to procedure).
   • Rear door handle, (refer to procedure).
2. Remove and discard the door handle cover.
3. Cut the cable ties that secure the wires to the door handle.

   

4. Disconnect the electrical connectors (x2):

   

5. Remove and discard the screws (x4) that secure the motor (torque 0.3 Nm). Remove the motor from the handle.

   Note: Rear door handles only have 3 screws.

   

6. Remove the adjustment screw from the door handle.

   

7. Remove and discard the screws (x2) that secure the door handle module (torque 0.3 Nm).

   

8. Move the module out of the way, then release the screw that secures the rear microswitch (torque 0.3 Nm).

   

9. Release the screw that secures the front microswitch (0.3 Nm).

   

10. Remove the microswitch harness from the door handle.

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