Tesla Model 3: Latch Actuator - Charge Port (Remove and Replace)

Latch Actuator - Charge Port - Remove

Remove

1. Perform the vehicle electrical isolation procedure. See Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure.
2. Remove the LH trunk side trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace).

3. Release the clip that attaches the low voltage electrical wiring harness to the charge port closeout panel.

4. Release the tabs around the charge port closeout panel, and then remove the panel from the vehicle.

5. Remove the bolt that attaches the charge port electrical ground to the body.

6. Remove the bolts that attach the charge port assembly to the body.

7. Remove the bolt that attaches the charge port bracket to the body.

8. Release the clips that attach the charge port electrical wiring harness to the body.

Note: Pull the charge port away from the body for access.

9. Remove the release arm from the latch actuator.

Note: Note the orientation of the release arm before removing it from the latch actuator.

10. Disconnect the electrical harness from the latch actuator connector.

11. Remove the screws that attach the latch actuator to the charge port, and then remove the latch actuator from the vehicle.

Latch Actuator - Charge Port - Install

Install

1. Install the new latch actuator to the vehicle.

2. Install the screws that attach the latch actuator to the charge port.  Torque 1.2 Nm
3. Connect the latch actuator electrical harness connector.

4. Install the release arm onto the latch actuator in the same position as when it was removed. Note: After installation, manually rotate the release arm and check that the latch actuator moves.

 Caution: Ensure the latch actuator is oriented correctly, as shown below. Incorrect installation can result in inability to properly latch.

5. Install the bolt that attaches the charge port bracket to the body. Torque 6 Nm

6. Install the clips that attach the charge port electrical wiring harness to the body.

7. Install the bolts that attach the charge port assembly to the body. Torque 6 Nm

8. Install the bolt that attaches the charge port electrical ground to the body. Torque 6 Nm

9. Install the charge port closeout panel to the vehicle. Secure the panel with clips (x7).

10. Install the low voltage electrical wiring harness clip to the charge port closeout panel.
11. Install the LH trunk side trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace).
12. Perform the penthouse air leak test. See Penthouse Air Leak Test.
13. Reconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).