The window drop on hardtops is generally to protect the weatherstripping from damage over time. The momentum of the unframed window when shut will over-compress the weatherstripping, and cause it to deteriorate much faster than if the window is dropped first.
The windows drop on a Tesla because they will crack off if you force the door open. The window actually recedes a bit under the roof as I understand it.
If the window is preventing the door from opening, then yes, the mechanical release is basically useless in a situation where you can't power down the all-electric window regulators.
From Tesla's own site:
"Why does Tesla window go down?
To avoid damage, windows automatically lower slightly when you open or close a door. If you manually raise a window when the door is open, ensure it is slightly lowered before closing the door"
Because top of the window is higher than the edge of the roof. In other words, the roof overhangs the edge of the window. That's why the window automatically retracts when you open the door, something it can't do when there's no power.
The window drop on hardtops is generally to protect the weatherstripping from damage over time. The momentum of the unframed window when shut will over-compress the weatherstripping, and cause it to deteriorate much faster than if the window is dropped first.
The windows drop on a Tesla because they will crack off if you force the door open. The window actually recedes a bit under the roof as I understand it.
If the window is preventing the door from opening, then yes, the mechanical release is basically useless in a situation where you can't power down the all-electric window regulators.
From Tesla's own site:
"Why does Tesla window go down? To avoid damage, windows automatically lower slightly when you open or close a door. If you manually raise a window when the door is open, ensure it is slightly lowered before closing the door"
I'm talking about being able to open the fukin door like every other car.
Get back to me when you learn how to read.
Ok, how is a power window going to prevent a door from opening if it's a mechanical latch assembly? Window frame or not.
"If the window is preventing the door from opening, then yes, the mechanical release is basically useless..."
Because top of the window is higher than the edge of the roof. In other words, the roof overhangs the edge of the window. That's why the window automatically retracts when you open the door, something it can't do when there's no power.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y93FtctZtL8 13:40-14:00