Tesla Model 3: Window Motor / Regulator Assembly - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

SPECIAL TOOLS
Rivnut Install Kit, for NA (1054712-00-A )
Rivnut Install Kit, for EMEA
(1054712-01-A )
Service rivnut (1004296-00-A)
Service bolt (1015888-00-C)
Warning: The side impact airbag deployment depends on the front door sensor's
ability to detect a side impact from air pressure. Make sure that there are no
uncovered holes in the front door shells. Additionally, always reinstall plugs
or tape when servicing or inspecting the front doors and their components.
Remove

- Remove the rear LH door glass. See
Glass - Door - LH - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Disconnect the electrical connector to the motor.

- Release the clips that attach the manual latch release cable to the
window regulator panel.
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- Remove the screws (x13) and release the metal clip that attach the
window regulator panel to the door, and then remove the regulator from the
door.
Torque
4 Nm
Caution:
Never loosen or remove the nuts that attach the regulator arms to the
closeout panel.

Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
Caution:
Repeated installations might strip the mounting holes for the window
regulator panel. On installation, hand-start the screws so as to reduce the risk
of stripping the threads.
Install rivnuts where any of the mounting holes for the window
regulator panel are stripped. Use a 7.5mm drill to prepare the hole for rivnut
installation.
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Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle.
In Toolbox, select the connection status icon at the top right corner,
and then select Connect Locally.
Get into the driver seat, and then close the
Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle.
In Toolbox, select the connection status icon at the top right corner,
and then select Connect Locally.
Get into the driver seat, and then close the
SEE MORE:
ABS Modulator - Remove
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2
Post Lift.
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat
Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remo
Starting
When you open a door, Model 3 powers on the
touchscreen and you can operate all controls.
To drive Model 3:
PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL - Model 3
powers on and is ready to drive.
SELECT A GEAR - Move the gear lever all
the way down for Drive and all the way up
for Reverse.
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