Tesla Model S: Charge Port - 3 Phase (Remove and Replace)
Note: This procedure describes how to remove and install
the 3 phase charge port. If the vehicle is equipped with a single
phase charge port, refer to procedure 44012202 (refer to procedure).
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 to Tech Note TN-15-92-003, "High
Voltage Awareness Care Points" for additional safety information.
Removal
- Open the charge port.
- Remove the LH trunk trim (refer to procedure).
- Release the 12V harness connection from the charge port.
- Remove the grounding bracket by releasing the nut that secures
it to the body (torque 6 Nm).
- Disconnect the harness that connects the tail light to the
charge port.
- Remove the cover from the cable connector by using a trim tool
or similar non-conductive tool to bend the 3 tabs that secure the
cover to the cable connector.
Note: The locations of the tabs are marked by
arrows on the face of the cover.
Caution: Do not lose or damage the magnet on the
outboard side of the cable connector.
- Remove the 3 bolts that secure the cable connector to the charge
port in the order shown (torque 4 Nm). Remove the cable connector.
- Remove the LH taillight assembly (refer to procedure) .
- Remove the bolts in the order shown (torque 3 Nm). Remove the
charge port.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
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Note: This procedure describes how to manually release a
cable from the single phase charge port. If the vehicle is equipped
with a 3 phase charge port, refer to procedure 44013205 (refer to
Installation of components is reverse of removal, except for the
following:
When reconnecting the HV cables to the charge port:
Remove any adhesive patch residue from the mating surface
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Removal
Remove the driver's door switch pack (refer to procedure).
Release the clips that secure the speaker cover to the door
trim.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Carefully remove t
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Special tool(s) required for this procedure:
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