12/08/2020 16:31:52

Handle - Exterior Release - Door - Front - LH - Generation 3.0 (Remove and Install)

Correction Code 11451011

Special tool required for this procedure:

Supplier Part Number Description
Tesla 1080985-10-A KIT, DOOR HANDLE ALIGNMENT, MS

Removal

  1. Remove the window glass from the door (refer to procedure).
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    Note
    In the following steps, remove any plugs or waterproof tape that covers any of the nuts.
  2. Remove the upper rear nut that secures the regulator to the door (torque 10 Nm).
  3. Mark the position of the lower part of the regulator on the inner part of the door.
  4. Remove the lower rear nut that secures the regulator to the door (torque 10 Nm).
  5. Remove the rear part of the regulator.
  6. Make sure that the exterior door release handle grip is fully retracted into the assembly.
  7. Disconnect the harness connector from the assembly.
  8. Remove the nuts that attach the assembly to the door outer panel (torque 9 Nm).
  9. Carefully remove the assembly from the vehicle.

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

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Warning
Always replace plugs or tape removed from the front door shells when servicing or inspecting the door or its components. Additional holes in the door creates more escape paths for air, which decreases the front door pressure sensor's ability detect a side impact, and can negatively affect airbag deployment.
  • Use the door handle alignment tool before tightening the nuts that secure the handle to the door outer panel.
  • To achieve a fit consistent with the other door handles on the vehicle, 1 shim (1.5mm thick) on each door handle mounting stud is nominal. If necessary to achieve the correct fit, try combinations of 1 or 2 shims, up to a total of 3.0 mm total thickness for all shims on any of the 4 door handle mounting studs.
  • Test the door handle before reassembling the door.
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    Note
    Use a pen or similar object to latch the door while the door is open. The mechanism is latched after 2 clicks.
  • Reinstall any plugs and replace any waterproof tape that covered any of the nuts.
  • Use the marks to align the regulator.
  • Align the glass to the seals (refer to procedure).
  • Reinstall the vehicle firmware. See Firmware Reinstall - Touchscreen.