Tesla Model S: Shaft - Steering Column - Intermediate Lower (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the underhood storage unit for access (refer to
procedure).
- Mark the lower intermediate shaft position relative to the upper
intermediate shaft and pinion.
- Remove the bolt that secures the lower intermediate shaft to the
steering rack (torque 49 Nm).
- Remove the nut and bolt that secure the lower intermediate shaft
to the upper intermediate shaft (torque 50 Nm).
- Release the lower intermediate shaft from the slot in the upper
intermediate shaft.
- Release the lower intermediate shaft from the rack. Remove the
lower intermediate shaft.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
- Ensure that the lower intermediate shaft to pinion marks align
correctly.
- Run the "Power Steering (EPAS) Control" procedure in Toolbox.
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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 shat
Removal
Remove the driver's side footwell cover (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the lower intermediate shaft (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the lower intermediate shaft fro
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 shat
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Unplug charge handle from charge port and retry
The vehicle cannot charge because the ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
in the Mobile Connector has tripped.
Like the GFCI in a wall outlet, this feature is designed to stop the flow of
electricity when there is a problem. It has
interrupted
Removal
Remove regulator assembly (refer to procedure)
Make sure exterior release handle is fully retracted.
Disconnect handle harness connector.
Remove nuts (x4) securing door release assembly to reinforcement
(torque 9 Nm).
Carefully release door handle assembly from d