Tesla Model S: Seal - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Open vehicle tailgate.
- Release tailgate seal from body and carefully remove.
Note: Components have been removed in this graphic
to aid clarity.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Lower window glass.
Using a suitable tool release outer belt seal, starting at the
mirror and working backwards.
Caution: Protect paintwork from possible damage du
Removal
Lower door glass.
Remove door trim panel (refer to procedure)
Remove trim stud securing flap seal to door.
Carefully ease flap seal clear of inner belt seal for access.
Removal
Lower door glass.
Remove door trim panel (refer to procedure)
Release trim studs (x2) securing flap seal to door.
Carefully ease flap seals clear of inner belt seal for ac
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Model S has an occupancy sensor in the front passenger seat that controls the
status of the front airbag.
NOTE: The occupancy classification system (OCS) meets the regulatory
requirement of FMVSS 208 and
automatically detects when inflating the passenger front airbag would be
unnecessary or pote
Removal
Remove driver side lower dash trim (refer to procedure)
Remove the instrument panel side covers (refer to procedure)
Remove the A-pillar middle trim panels (refer to procedure)
Remove the A-pillar upper trim panels (refer to procedure)
Remove the lower binnac