Tesla Model S Owners & Service Manuals

Tesla Model S: Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Closures / Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Open liftgate.
  2. Remove liftgate striker cover.

    Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

  3. Remove bolts (x2) securing striker to body (torque 10 Nm).

    Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

  4. Remove striker from vehicle.

    Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

Installation
  1. Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
  2. Check and adjust liftgate striker.
  3. Cycle the cinch motor several times to optimise striker position, open liftgate assembly and torque tighten bolts.

    READ NEXT:

     Actuator - Cinching (Remove and Replace)

    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

     Cable - Cinching (Remove and Replace)

    Removal Remove cinch actuator from liftgate (refer to procedure) Disconnect cinch cable from latch assembly. Remove cin

     Exterior Release Switch - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

    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)

    SEE MORE:

     Skidplate - Front (Remove and Replace)

    Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle. Removal Remove front aero shield (refer to procedure). If equipped, remove the bash plate stamping (refer to procedure).

     Module - Steering Column Control (Remove and Replace)

    Removal Ensure that the front road wheels are in the straight ahead position. Fully extend the column and centralize tilt. Remove the steering wheel (refer to procedure). Carefully rock the controller module 2-3 degrees back and forth to break the bond between the module

    © 2019-2026 Copyright www.tesms.org