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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Remove
Open the LH rear door.
Use narrow-width tape to carefully mark the location of the secondary
seal around the door.
Caution:
Make sure that the edge of the tape accurately follows the edge of the
seal.
Release the ends of the door secondary seal from the ends of the inner
bel
How It Works
The traction control system constantly
monitors the speed of the front and rear
wheels. If Model 3 experiences a loss of
traction, the system minimizes wheel spin by
controlling brake pressure and motor power.
By default, the traction control system is on.
Under normal condit