Tesla Model S: Module - Liftgate Control (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the RH side trunk trim (refer to procedure).
- Disconnect the harness connectors (x2) from the electric park
brake (EPB) module.
- Disconnect the harness connections (x2) from the liftgate
control module.
- Remove the nuts (x4) that secure the bracket to the wheelhouse
studs (torque 3 Nm).
- Remove the bracket and modules assembly.
- Remove the nuts and bolts (x3) that secure the modules to the
bracket (torque 2 Nm).
- Remove the liftgate control module from the bracket.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Update or redeploy the firmware:
- If the vehicle is not running the latest firmware,
perform a full firmware update.
- If the vehicle is running the latest firmware, perform a
firmware redeploy:
- In Toolbox, select Views > Firmware and ECU
Programming > Firmware Redeploy.
- Select the Service Redeploy tab.
- Click the Start Routine button.
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Removal
Remove the LH side rear trunk trim for access (refer to
procedure).
Disconnect the harness connections (x3) from the module.
Caution: Mark the harnesses so that th
Removal
Remove the RH side trunk trim (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the harness connectors (x2) from the electric park
brake (EPB) module.
Removal
Remove the body control module (BCM) (refer to procedure)
Remove the 4 bolts and 1 nut that secure the sunroof controller
mounting bracket to the body (torque 8 Nm).
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The HV battery alignment rods assist in aligning the HV battery during
installation.
Note: This tool is intended to be used by 2 technicians.
To use the alignment rods:
Position the table under the vehicle until the bolt holes in the battery
and vehicle are roughly aligned. Do not lo
Locking and unlocking Model S with your key fob is
conveniently hands-free. Although you must be carrying
a paired key fob, there is no need to use it. Model S has
sensors around the vehicle that can recognize the
presence of a key fob within a range of approximately
six feet (two meters). Ther