Tesla Model S: Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Closures / Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Open liftgate.
- Remove liftgate striker cover.
- Remove bolts (x2) securing striker to body (torque 10 Nm).
- Remove striker from vehicle.
- Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
- Check and adjust liftgate striker.
- Cycle the cinch motor several times to optimise striker position, open liftgate assembly and torque tighten bolts.
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Removal
Open liftgate and secure at working height.
Remove liftgate trim (refer to procedure)
Remove screws x3 securing cinch motor to liftgate.
Release harness clip, rotate the c
Cable - Cinching (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove cinch actuator from liftgate (refer to procedure)
Disconnect cinch cable from latch assembly.
Remove cin
Exterior Release Switch - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Open the liftgate to a suitable working height.
Remove the applique from the liftgate (refer to procedure).
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s)
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Assembly - Closeout Extension - LH - Center Console (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove LH wrapped panel trim (refer to procedure)
Remove mat from footwell.
Release clips (x8) and adhesive pad (x1) securing closeout
extension to console.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Caution: Replace any broken clips.
Assembly - Instrument Panel Lower - RH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the RH instrument panel side cover assembly (refer to
procedure).
Note: LH panel is illustrated; RH removal is
identical.
Using a suitable tool, release the clips (x13) that secure the
trim to the dash substrate.
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