Tesla Model S: Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Open liftgate.
- Remove liftgate striker cover.
- Remove bolts (x2) securing striker to body (torque 10 Nm).
- Remove striker from vehicle.
Installation
- Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
- Check and adjust liftgate striker.
- Cycle the cinch motor several times to optimise striker
position, open liftgate assembly and torque tighten bolts.
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Removal
Open liftgate and secure at working height.
Remove liftgate trim (refer to procedure)
Remove screws x3 securing cinch motor to liftgate.
Release harness clip, rotate the c
Removal
Remove cinch actuator from liftgate (refer to procedure)
Disconnect cinch cable from latch assembly.
Remove cin
Removal
Open the liftgate to a suitable working height.
Remove the applique from the liftgate (refer to procedure).
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s)
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Model S displays a speed limit on the instrument panel
and you can choose if and how you are warned when
you exceed the speed limit. Also, instead of using the
detected speed limit, you can base warnings on an
arbitrary speed limit that you enter manually.
In situations w
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shatter.
Note: Before disconnecting the 12V power supply,
ensure that the driver's door window