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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Guidelines for Seating Children
Your Model 3 seat belts are designed for adults and larger children. You must
restrain infants and
small children in the second row seats only, and you must use a suitable child
safety seat
appropriate for the child's age, weight, and size.
Warning: Never seat
Remove
Remove the rear trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and
Replace).
Use masking tape to mark the location of the trunk striker.
Remove the bolts that attach the trunk striker to the body, and then
remove the striker from the vehicle.
Install
Align the trunk