Tesla Model S: 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 cinch clockwise to access
harness connector.
- Disconnect harness connector.
- Position cinching motor for access to latch release cable.
Release cable from abutment and disconnect inner cable from motor.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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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)
Removal
Position vehicle with clear access to door assembly.
Remove sill panel trim (refer to procedure)
Disconnect door harness connectors (x3) from dash wiring
harness.
Supp
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To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body when
Model S is not being used, use a genuine Tesla car cover.
Car covers can be purchased from Tesla. See Parts and
Accessories.
CAUTION: Use only a Tesla-approved car cover
when Model S is plugged in. Using a non-Tesla car
cover can prevent
Model S has an occupancy sensor in the front passenger seat that controls the
status of the front airbag.
NOTE: The occupancy classification system (OCS) meets the regulatory
requirement of FMVSS 208 and
automatically detects when inflating the passenger front airbag would be
unnecessary or pote