Tesla Model S: Tail Light Assembly (Motorized Charge Port) - LH (Remove and Replace)
Special tool required for this procedure:
Supplier
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Part Number
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Description
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Tesla |
1054190-00-A |
Feeler Gauges
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Removal
- Remove the charge port (refer to procedure).
- Remove the 2 butyl patches to expose the rear nuts that secure
the LH taillight.
Note: If necessary, replace the
butyl patches.
- Release the 3 nuts that secure the LH taillight to the body
(torque 3.5 Nm).
- Working from outside the vehicle, rotate the taillight towards
the front of the vehicle expose the taillight harness. Disconnect
this harness and remove the taillight.
InstallationInstallation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- Insert a 1 mm feeler gauge between the body and the base of
the tail light. While holding the feeler gauge in place, tighten
the nuts in the order shown (torque 3.5 Nm).
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Removal
Remove liftgate glazing (refer to procedure)
Position liftgate glazing on suitable glazing stand.
Note installed position of Central High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL).
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Removal
Remove the screws (x5) that secure the rear applique bracket to
the tailgate.
Remove the rear applique bracket.
Removal
Remove the liftgate applique (refer to procedure).
Remove the tailgate lower finisher (refer to procedure).
Release the watershield for access to the fog/reverse lamp.
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Removal
Position vehicle with clear access to door assembly.
Open vehicle door.
Remove LH instrument panel side cover (refer to procedure)
Release location pins (x2).
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
The charge port is located on the left side of Model S,
behind a door that is part of the rear tail light assembly.
Park Model S to ensure that the charge cable easily
reaches the charge port.
With Model S unlocked (or a recognized key is within
range) and in Park, press and release the button