Tesla Model S: Latch - Door - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the rear seat cushion frame (refer to procedure).
- Remove the rear sill trim panel (refer to procedure).
- Release the carpet and sound insulation from the rear seat
mounting cross member to gain access to the latch manual release
lever and cable.
- Release the clip from the cross member and feed the cable
through the opening.
- Remove the screws (x2) that secure the latch to the C-Pillar
(torque 10 Nm).
- From inside the vehicle, disconnect the latch wiring, release
the latch from the C-Pillar, then remove it from the opening.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Open door.
Remove countersunk screws (x2) securing striker plate to 'B'
pillar (torque 22 Nm).
Note: Note installed position of components before
removal.
Removal
Open door.
Remove countersunk screws (x2) securing striker plate to rear
door (torque 22 Nm).
Note: Note installed position of components before
removal.
Removal
Remove front door trim panel (refer to procedure)
Release clips and remove door pad finisher.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
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Neutral allows Model S to roll freely when you are not
pressing the brake pedal. To shift into Neutral, do any of
the following:
Open Controls, then press and hold the Neutral icon
on the drive mode strip until Model S engages
Neutral.
Choose Neutral from the drive mode selector on th
Note: The OCS is not installed in all markets and is
currently only present in North America. This OCS re-zero
calibration procedure is for North America.
OCS Re-Zero Calibration
Ensure that no objects are on or under the passenger seat.
Warning: Performi