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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Note: This procedure does not remove headlining from
vehicle, the headlining remains captive within the body.
Removal
Remove LH 'A' post trim (refer to procedure)
Remove RH 'A' post trim.
Release the LH upper 'B' post trim (refer to procedure).
Release the RH upper
Removal
Open the hood for access.
If the vehicle is rear wheel drive (RWD), remove the clips (x6)
that secure the acoustic panel to the hood and carefully peel back
the acoustic panel for access.
Mark the instal