Tesla Model S Owners & Service Manuals

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

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

Removal

  1. Open liftgate.
  2. Support liftgate in open position.
  3. Release clip securing gas strut to body.

    Strut - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

  4. Disconnect gas strut from ball joint.
  5. Release clip securing gas strut to liftgate.
  6. Disconnect and remove gas strut.

    Strut - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

Installation
  1. Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following. Note: Clean the affected areas before installation. Note: Apply the recommended grease to bearing/bushing surfaces.
  2. Lubricate both pivot points.

    READ NEXT:

     Latch - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

    Removal Open liftgate and secure at working height. Remove liftgate trim (refer to procedure) Disconnect wiring harness connector. Remove screws (x2) securing liftgate latch assem

     Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

    Removal Open liftgate. Remove liftgate striker cover. Remove bolts (x2) securing striker to body (torque 10 Nm).

     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

    SEE MORE:

     Raise Vehicle - 4 Post Lift

    Raise Position the vehicle centrally between the lift posts. Warning: To avoid personal injury, use appropriate equipment when performing this operation. Note: Vehicles with air suspension might need the suspension to be

     Sliding Glass - Panoramic Roof Assembly (Remove and Replace)

    Removal Note: Before beginning this procedure, prepare a covered surface or workbench to support the moving glass after it is removed from the vehicle. Fully open the panoramic moving glass. Remove and discard the mounting screws (x4) that s

    © 2019-2026 Copyright www.tesms.org