Tesla Model S: Door - Charge Port - Single Phase - Motorized (Remove and Replace)
Note: The charge port door and motor are removed as an
assembly.
Removal
- Remove the LH tail light assembly (refer to procedure).
- Remove the screws (x3) that secure the charge port door to the
tail light assembly (torque 2.5 Nm).
- Remove the charge port door.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- Ensure that the studs on the tail light align with the slots on
the charge port door before installing the screws.
- Test the charge port door for proper fit and operation after the
tail light is installed. Adjust the charge port door and tail light
as necessary.
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the 1st generation slave charger. If the vehicle is equipped with a
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Note: This procedure describes how to remove and
install the 2nd generation slave charger. If the vehicle is equipped
with a 1st generation slave charger, refer to procedure 44100102 (refer
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Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Depressure the air suspension system (refer to procedure).
In the front left wheel well, remove the front portion of the
lower wheel arch liner (refer to procedure).
Release the fitting from the front left air spring (
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
Release the fitting from the valve block (torque 3.5 Nm).
Caution: Plug the line connection to prevent
ingress of moisture or dirt.