Tesla Model S: Panoramic Roof Drive Cable - LH (Remove and Replace)

Removal

1. Remove the panoramic roof sliding glass (refer to procedure).
2. Remove the LH sunroof motor (refer to procedure). Note: If performing this procedure on the RH side, remove the RH sunroof motor (refer to procedure)
3. Remove the side applique (refer to procedure).
4. Remove the fixed glass (refer to procedure).
5. Remove the stop screw at the rear of the roof track.

   

6. Place a cable tie through the hole in the rear link, then pull the rear link towards the rear of the vehicle in order to release it from the roof track.

   

7. Use pliers or a similar a tool to pull the cable out of the vehicle. Completely remove the cable.

   

Examine all grease on the cable for contamination such as dirt, sand, or debris. If any contamination is present, remove all grease and apply new grease.

1. Place the bullet end of the cable into the guide tube and route the cable into the roof track, leaving enough room at the end of the cable to secure the rear link to the shoe.

   Caution: Apply lubrication to all surfaces.

   Caution: If the shoe is worn or damaged, replace it.

   

2. Secure the link to the shoe.
3. Move the link and cable through their full range of motion to ensure that it can move freely.
4. Install the rear stop screw.
5. Move the link to its rearmost position.
6. Install all components that were removed for access.
7. Perform a panoramic roof calibration (refer to procedure).

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