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That day was just bad from the beginning. I got in the car, and noticed the rear trim along the hatch just "fell" off and was laying on top of the trunk cover. Then, I pulled into the bank, put the car in park, and the passenger door magically opened. Then, I heard all the noise from the drivers...

Now I’m annoyed and need more help please. Everything has been working great since I replaced the paddle gear on Saturday. Today all of a sudden I kept hearing noises near me. I thought the window was open, but it wasn’t. Then I get out of the car and the stupid door handle thing is making...

I stopped by Tesla yesterday and had them do it. For anyone that needs it, here is what they did. I have a 2017 Model S. Open Door, Lower Window. Roll up Window, but keep your hand there to stop it from going up (around halfway). it should go back down. He did that 5 times. Then he got in the...

I replaced the paddle gear assembly on my 2017 Model S drivers door handle this past weekend. Once I got way into it, I realized that the generation three is different than the generation one and two. I was able to succeed and get it replaced, but it did take me a majority of the day. The...

I also did the same thing by looking at the videos and attempted to do this on Saturday. Once I got way into it, I realized that the generation three is different than the generation one and two. I was able to succeed and get it replaced, but it did take me a majority of the day. The problem...

Great suggestion on TireRack for the parts. I had no idea they sold brakes. Now, for the trusty mechanic...I don't have one...and the few referrals that I have called will not work on Tesla.

The whole car vibrates when slowing down from 60 if I need to use the brakes. It is hard for me to tell whether it is the front or rear rotors, although I think it may be rear because I had the fronts turned by Brake Check about 1 year ago. Yes, the steering wheel shakes as well, which tells me...

I need to get some brake work (warped rotors) and an alignment done on my 2017 S. I know I can go to the service center, but they are outrageously expensive, so I wanted to ask if anyone has used an independent mechanic or shop that is familiar with Tesla's around Houston. Most places that I...

i have a 2017 S75, and this has happened several times in the past month. Very uncomfortable here in Houston....I took it to the service center last year and they replaced a part which showed a fault, but the problem is still there. Is this still an issue? I am on the latest software revision.

i debated this exact situation 2 years ago. i thought and thought and thought about it, but did not like the look of the Slipstreams. I put the Arachnids on and never looked back. They are still very smooth and maybe a bit louder, but its all what you get used to. I don't even notice them any...

Update - Mounting is only $20 per tire. Cost of tire is $216 plus $20 mounting = $236 per tire Even if i buy from Discount Tire direct, they still charge me $20 to mount per tire. That being said, i went ahead and ordered the same Michelin's that I have now. They have done well enough for me...

So, its time for me to get some new rubber on my Model S. I have the Michelins that come with the Arachnids now, and have been very happy. I was planning on sticking with those, but came across the Continentals at the same price ($350ish). Any experience with these? Do these have the sound...

Has anyone used this before? Looking to purchase for my 2017 S. Any feedback is welcome. Tesla Model S Model X Center Console Organizer, Armrest Storage Box and Cup Holders Centre Organizer Tray for 2016 2017 2018 Thanks in advance.

Maybe, but mine happens while listening to radio, not streaming from my phone.

This is what happens to me. I use a Bluetooth Headset while driving. It is much quieter than the BT in the car. If i am on the phone, then park, then open the trunk to get my bag out, the radio immediately turns on. Even after i close the trunk and lock the car, the radio is still on. All...