Tesla Model S: Wiper Motor Assembly (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Ensure that the wipers are in the off position by rotating the
end of the left-hand steering column lever toward you.
- Open the hood to the service position.
- Remove the cowl screen panel (refer to procedure).
- Remove the LH strut (RH strut for RHD) (refer to procedure).
- Remove the bolts (x3) that secure the wiper motor assembly to
the bulkhead (torque 6 Nm).
- Carefully release the wiper motor assembly and turn it to access
the harness connector.
- Disconnect the harness connector from the wiper motor assembly.
- Remove the wiper motor assembly.
Caution: Do not damage the harness that is connected
to the wiper motor assembly.
- If needed, remove the screws (x3) that secure the wiper motor to
the mounting bracket (torque 10 Nm).
- Remove the wiper motor.
InstallationInstallation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- Clean the affected areas before installation.
- Ensure that the wipers are set back to the Auto position by
rotating the end of the left-hand steering column lever away from
you.
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Remove the front LH upper wheel arch liner (refer to procedure).
Position a container to collect any spillage.
Disconnect the washer pump connector.
Release the washer
Removal
Remove the rear center underhood apron (refer to procedure).
Remove the plastic rivet that secures the reservoir neck to the
suspension shock tower.
Removal
Remove the hood acoustic panel (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the washer jet pipe from the T-piece.
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Locking and unlocking Model S with your key fob is
conveniently hands-free. Although you must be carrying
a paired key fob, there is no need to use it. Model S has
sensors around the vehicle that can recognize the
presence of a key fob within a range of approximately
six feet (two meters). Ther
Removal
Open liftgate.
Remove liftgate striker cover.
Remove bolts (x2) securing striker to body (torque 10 Nm).
Remove striker from vehicle.