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Tesla Model S: Window Guide Rail (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2024) Service Manual / Closures / Window Guide Rail (Remove and Replace)

Window Guide Rail - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Removal
  1. Remove front quarter body glass (refer to procedure)
  2. Removal of the front quarter glass also removes front window guide rail. Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.

Window Guide Rail - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Note: This part has been deleted starting with VIN 5YJSA1DP9CFS00528, and is not found on vehicles built after October 11, 2012.

Removal

  1. Raise door glass.
  2. Remove door trim pad (refer to procedure)
  3. Remove clip securing door seal and reposition door seal for access.

    Window Guide Rail - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

  4. Remove bolt securing window guide to door (torque 11 Nm). NOTE: Seal removed for clarity.

    Window Guide Rail - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

  5. Remove nut securing window guide to door and remove guide (torque 11 Nm).

    Window Guide Rail - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.

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     Window Motor/Regulator Assembly - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

    Removal Remove window glass (refer to procedure) Remove bolts (x3) securing door control unit to door and tie aside (torque 1 Nm). Remove screws (x6) securing regulator closing pa

     Window Motor/Regulator Assembly - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

    Removal Remove rear window glass (refer to procedure) Remove waterproof tape to expose nuts. Note: Components have been removed in this graphic to aid clar

     Seal - Body - Side - Front - Primary - LH (Remove and Replace)

    Removal Remove the 'B' post upper trim (refer to procedure). Release the clips (x3) that secure the leading edge of the seal to the body. Caution: Take care

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     Disconnect 12V Power (Dual Motor)

    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 shatter. Note: Before disconnecting the 12V power supply, ensure that the driver's door window is

     Trim - 'C' Post Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)

    Removal Open LH rear door. Fold rear seat back forward for access. Using a suitable tool carefully release clips (x4) securing 'C' post trim to body. Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).

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