Tesla Model S: Accelerator Assembly (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the driver's footwell cover:
- Left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles: Refer to
procedure.
- Right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles: Refer to
procedure.
- Disconnect the harness connector from the top of the accelerator
pedal assembly.
- Remove the nuts (x2) that secure the accelerator pedal assembly
to the mounting bracket (torque 9 Nm).
- Release the accelerator pedal assembly from the mounting
bracket.
- Remove the accelerator pedal assembly from the vehicle.
InstallationInstallation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove the RH lower instrument panel (refer to procedure)
Remove the lower glove box panel by releasing the trim clips
(x6).
Removal
Remove glove box assembly (refer to procedure)
Remove screws (x3) securing latch release module to glove box
assembly.
Removal
Remove glove box assembly (refer to procedure)
Depress clip and remove clevis pin securing damper module to
glove box assembly.
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Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer
Removal
Remove the rear door trim panel (refer to procedure).
Remove the screws (x3) and the nut (x1) that secure the interior
door handle to the trim pad (torque 3 Nm).
Release and remove the door handle.