Tesla Model S Handle Fault
Do you have a Tesla Model S handle fault?
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The following fault code(s) may be present
GTW_W184_DFHNDMIA
GTW_W185_PFHNDMIA
GTW_W186_PRHNDMIA
Affected Vehicles
Tesla Model S
- All years
Common Failure Symptoms
- One or more door handles (front or rear) fail to extend/eject when the vehicle is unlocked
- Dash or screen may display errors related to door-handle modules or communication modules (as per fault codes above)
- Vehicle may show that the door is locked/unlocked but handle does not respond mechanically
- In the case studied, the issue arose after the vehicle had its body wrap removed and the handles were refitted incorrectly
Do you have a Tesla Model S handle fault?
Don’t ignore it – book a diagnostic today and get expert help.
Tesla Model S Diagnostic Report
Tesla Model S Repairs
- Replacing the missing fuse which restored power supply to the front-door handle modules
- Removing door cards on the affected doors (both fronts and near-side rear), repairing/re-seating wiring to the handle circuit board
- Adjusting the microswitches in the handles to correct configuration (for the front doors)
- Verifying that all three handles now extended/ejected correctly and that related fault codes cleared
Resolution
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