Tesla Model S: Door Mirror Assembly - LH (Remove)
Removal
- Lower the front window glass.
- Remove the door trim panel (refer to procedure).
- Carefully release the clips (x2) that secure the front top end
of the flap seal to the door.
- Release enough of the flap seal to access the mirror retaining
bolts.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Disconnect the mirror wiring harness connector.
- Release the mirror harness connector clip from the door.
- Remove the bolts (x3) that secure the door mirror assembly to
the door (torque 18 Nm).
- Carefully remove the door mirror and quarter glass assembly.
Caution: Protect exterior paint work from possible
damage during this procedure.
- Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the mirror to the quarter
glass retainer (torque 6 Nm).
- Remove the bolts (x2 or x3) that secure the glass guide rail to
the mirror (torque 6 Nm).
- Remove the mirror assembly from the guide.
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Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Inspect the mirror area of the door panel. Install 2 nylon shims
Warning: To avoid personal injury, eye protection must be
worn when performing this operation.Warning: To avoid personal injury, wear cut-resistant
gloves when performing this operation.
Removal
Open both LH doors.
Remove clips (x2) securing 'B' post finisher to body.
Caution: Protect exterior paint surfaces during this
procedure.
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Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Depressurize air suspension (refer to procedure)
Remove underhood storage unit for acces
Removal
Remove the A-Pillar middle trim panels (refer to procedure)
Release 'A' post trim retaining screw cover, lower edge first.
Remove screw (x1) securing trim to 'A' post (torque 2 Nm).
Carefully release