Tesla Model S: Service is required
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This alert is set remotely by Tesla when a condition requiring service is detected on your vehicle.
This alert can be set due to various conditions. When you schedule service, more information should be available.
This alert can only be cleared by a service technician after your vehicle has been serviced.
As this alert can be present due to various conditions, it is recommended that you schedule service at your earliest convenience.
Active service connection to vehicle
Service performing remote diagnostics
A service technician is remotely logged into your vehicle for diagnosis or repair. You may notice some loss of Infotainment functionality while the connection persists, but this alert does not indicate an issue with your vehicle.
Your vehicle is OK to drive.
This alert should clear automatically after the technician completes vehicle diagnosis or repair. You may find it necessary to restart your touchscreen to restore full Infotainment functionality after the alert has cleared. For more information, see Restarting the Touchscreen in your vehicle's Do It Yourself Guide.
If this alert does not clear after 24 hours, it is recommended that you schedule service via your Tesla Mobile App or with an independent service provider. Please note that independent service provider options may vary, based on your vehicle configuration and your location.
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Unplug charge handle from charge port and retry
The vehicle cannot charge because the ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
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Like the GFCI in a wall outlet, thi
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The vehicle cannot charge, or charging is interrupted, because either the
Mobile Connector:
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Locking Devices
General
Always replace locking devices with ones of the same design.
Caution: Do not use impact tools on fasteners that are
threaded into aluminum components.
Locking tabs and washers
Always inspect locking tabs and washers. Do not reuse if damaged.
Pipe and hose unions
To preve
Cover - Back Rest - Driver's Seat (Remove)
Removal
Prepare a padded work area
Remove the driver's seat assembly (refer to procedure). With an
assistant, place the seat onto a padded work area so that the
plastic seat back faces down.
Caution: To avoid damage when moving or rotating the
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