Tesla Model 3: Charge Port - Manual Release of Cable

DRAFT
Warning:
This procedure was derived from pre-production computer models, and
might not reflect the real-world situation. Warnings and cautions might be
missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or
near high voltage systems and components
Procedure
- Ensure the vehicle is not actively charging.
Warning: Do not perform this procedure while the vehicle is
charging.
- Open the trunk.

- Pull the tag down through the LH trunk wall opening to release the
charging cable from the charge port.
- Remove the charging cable from the charge port.
Warning: Do not attempt to remove the charge cable while
simultaneously pulling the release cable. Always pull the release cable before
attempting to remove the charge cable from the charge port.
- Close the trunk.
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Procedure (Single - Phase)
SPECIAL TOOLS
Insulation Multimeter, Fluke 1507 (NA)
(1076921-00-B)
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