2025-04-22

Ambient Light LED Module - Door Panel - Rear - LH (2025+) (Remove and Install)

Correction code New NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

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This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.
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This procedure describes work that is specific to 2025+ Model S.
  1. Open LH rear door
  2. Lower LH rear window
  3. Remove fasteners securing LH rear door panel under armrest and door trim handle
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    2x bolts, T30, 6 Nm
  4. Remove LH rear door panel assembly
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    7x clips, 1x connector, Pull bottom of door panel to release clips then lift panel up to disengage from inner belt seal, Pull red tab to disengage lock then disconnect door harness
  5. Remove left over clip retainers from rear door
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    Number of retainers will vary with each removal
  6. Remove LH rear door NVH pad
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    Remove LH rear NVH pad from hooks
  7. Remove rear LH ambient light LED module
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    2x tabs, 2x connectors, Remove felt tape then carefully release tabs then slide upwards
  8. Install rear LH ambient light LED module
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    2x tabs, 2x connectors, Verify module tabs are fully secured then reapply felt tape
  9. Install LH rear door NVH pad
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    Install LH rear NVH pad on hooks
  10. Install LH rear door panel assembly
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    7x clips, 1x connector, Connect door harness then engage locking tab, Slide top portion of panel into door seal first, then swing bottom into place, Ensure all clips and retainers are seated
  11. Install fasteners securing door panel to rear door
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    2x bolts, T30, 6 Nm
  12. Raise LH rear window
  13. Close LH rear door