Tesla Model S: Release Cable
Note: This procedure describes how to manually release a
cable from the single phase charge port. If the vehicle is equipped
with a 3 phase charge port, refer to procedure 44013205 (refer to
procedure).
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer to Tech Note TN-15-92-003, "High
Voltage Awareness Care Points" for additional safety information.
Special tool required for this procedure:
Supplier
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Part Number
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Description
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Tesla |
1020288-00-A |
TOOL,INSTALLATION,EV
INLET,MDLS
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Release Cable
- Perform the vehicle electrical isolation procedure (refer
to procedure).
- Remove the LH trunk trim.(refer to procedure)
- Remove the screw and release the clips (x2) from the HV inlet
cover (torque 4 Nm).
- Remove the HV inlet cover.
Note: When the HV inlet cover is in the proper
position, a post on the cover presses a switch in the charge
port that activates the HVIL. The vehicle indicates a HVIL
fault if the cover is not properly installed or the post is
damaged.
- Remove and discard the 2 bolts (torque 9 Nm) that secure the HV
cables to the charge port. Discard any washers that are installed
between the bolts and the high voltage lugs.
- Pull the tab outward to remove the pawl actuator cover from the
back of the charge port.
- Push the pawl actuator tab to the left to release the pawl and
hold it in place while an assistant removes the charge cable from
the charge port. Once the charge cable is removed, release the pawl.
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Installation of components is reverse of removal, except for the
following:
When reconnecting the HV cables to the charge port:
Remove any adhesive patch residue from the mating surface
Note: This procedure describes how to manually release a
cable from the 3 phase charge port. If the vehicle is equipped with
a single phase charge port, refer to procedure 44013005 (refer to
Removal
Remove the LH tail light assembly (refer to procedure).
Remove the screws (x3) that secure the charge port door to the
tail light assembly.
SEE MORE:
Charging status displays on the instrument panel when the charge port door is
open.
Time remaining: The estimated time remaining to charge to your set
limit.
NOTE: When charging to 100%, the vehicle may continue to charge with
low power when charging is displayed as
complete. This is ex
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the front subframe (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the steering rack assembly to
the subframe (torque 17