Tesla Model S: Seal - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Open vehicle tailgate.
- Release tailgate seal from body and carefully remove.
Note: Components have been removed in this graphic
to aid clarity.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Lower window glass.
Using a suitable tool release outer belt seal, starting at the
mirror and working backwards.
Caution: Protect paintwork from possible damage du
Removal
Lower door glass.
Remove door trim panel (refer to procedure)
Remove trim stud securing flap seal to door.
Carefully ease flap seal clear of inner belt seal for access.
Removal
Lower door glass.
Remove door trim panel (refer to procedure)
Release trim studs (x2) securing flap seal to door.
Carefully ease flap seals clear of inner belt seal for ac
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If the wiper blades streak or chatter during cycling, perform the following:
Use the touchscreen to set the wipers to Service Mode.
Clean the wiper blades thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol wipes or
equivalent.
Clean the windshield thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol wipes or
equivalent. Ch
Removal
Remove the underhood aprons.
Peel back the carpeting at the rear of the underhood storage
unit. Release the bolts (x2) (torque 8 Nm).
Peel back the carpeting at the front of the underhood storage
unit.