Tesla Model S: Lifting and Jacking
Raising and supporting the vehicle
Jacking points on the Model S
Two post lift
Refer to procedure 10000205 for instructions.
Warning: Death, serious injury or damage to the vehicle can occur if the vehicle is improperly lifted on a two post lift.
Hydraulic jack
A hydraulic jack with a minimum 1500 kg (3300 lb) load capacity must be used.
Warning: For vehicles with air suspension, suspension 'Jack' mode must be activated before lifting the vehicle with a hydraulic jack (refer to procedure 10000105). Failure to do this might lead to suspension damage and could cause serious personal injury.
Warning: Do not start work on the underside of the vehicle until safety stands have been positioned under the body reinforced pads. Never get under a vehicle that is only supported by a jack.
Warning: Always chock the wheels when jacking.
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Special Tools - HV Battery Alignment Rods
The HV battery alignment rods assist in aligning the HV battery during
installation.
Note: This tool is intended to be used by 2 technicians.
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Glove Box (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the RH lower instrument panel (refer to procedure)
Remove the lower glove box panel by releasing the trim clips
(x6).
Open the glove box.
Remove the 6 screws that secure the glove box.
Module - Passive Safety Restraint - PSRCM (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shatter.
Note: Before disconnecting the 12V power supply,
ensure that the driver's door window
