Mar 21, 2016 · I've highlighted what I suspect are the two small red wires coming from the button (note this is for J1772, but I suspect it's applicable to the Tesla connector as well) (SAE J1772 (IEC Type 1, J Plug) Electrical Connector For Electric Vehicle):

Jul 14, 2022 · I had a good J1772 before I got my Tesla, and debated installing a Tesla instead. The J1772 is fine, but the native Tesla charger is just a little bit better in how you can open the charger port door and unlock the plug. If you ever want to switch to J1772, then you can order Tesla's J1772 charger and snap it onto your existing wiring base.

Jul 16, 2018 · Hey guys I've been using the J1772 adapter almost daily since I got the car, 8k miles currently and today when I removed the adapter it smelled like melted... Discussion Blog Hot New Questions Forums Tesla Model S Model 3 Model X Model Y Roadster 2008-2012 Roadster 202X Cybertruck SpaceX

Aug 17, 2023 · I've been charging my Model 3 from a J1772 EVSE for over 5 years now (the J1772 adapter is basically "permanently" attached to my charging station connector--I bought a second one to keep in the car -- and yes, I realize this is the opposite of …

May 20, 2019 · The lock mechanism (at least for the J1772) is not just a security feature; it is also a safety feature because it adds another disconnect to the circuit. As for Tesla's decision to put the latch in the car --- that is a double edged sword for us winter climate residents.

Apr 10, 2014 · The old Model S vehicles could take that, and some public J1772 stations were put on 100A stations that could provide 80A. But the newer cars can't take more than 48A, but as far as I know, they adapters are still the same ones they've always had and haven't been cheapened or downgraded to go with the cars' reduced capability.

Aug 11, 2014 · Quick update: All three of my Tesla Universal Chargers are exhibiting the same issue—the J1772 adapter button is frozen and cannot be pressed. I’ve been recommending the Universal Charger as the best option available, but I now have to include a caveat: if you plan to use it outdoors in freezing temperatures, it won’t work for J1772 usage.

Dec 8, 2007 · The bottom right J1772 AC connector can plug into the top left J1772 DC socket The top left J1772 DC connector can NOT plug into the bottom left J1772 AC socket because of the plastic slot pointed out by the red arrows. This extra plastic slot is also why the existing J1772 to Model S adapter will not directly work with the new J1772 DC connector.

Dec 15, 2019 · The light will turn from Green/off to blue, and you can remove both the J1772 and the adapter. I removed them together for storage, but sometime the J1772 comes free and that is fine. The Tesla cord had the button for opening the charge door, the J1772 has the button for …

Dec 22, 2023 · Like J1772 stations, Tesla destination chargers are mostly free. No, you don't need a Tesla account. The bigger question is do you need one. Several comments above indicate people that bought one have used it only once, as a test to make sure it works. Look at plugshare for the areas you want to travel and see if there are J1772 stations around.