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Model X Exit Handle Front Passenger
- Thread starter GaryBowler
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Does the problem have to do with opening the door or physically getting out of the seat or something else?My elderly mother has difficulty exiting the front passenger seat of my Model X.
Does anyone know if any work-arounds for this concern?
Either way, thanks for taking the time to read my request!
Bruce.
I appreciate your response! I should have been more specific - my apologies. What you described is the normal method utilized. However, on most vehicles there is a overhead handle than can be grabbed to help getting off the seat and out of the car. Since there is nothing to grab, it becomes difficult to exit.
Hope this is clearer! Thanks again!
Art VandeIay
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You could try and attach one of those shower handles with suction cups to the windshield, near the sun visors; and you could take it off when not in use...
Although I would be a little worried about cracking the windshield due to the new forces exerted on it
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Maybe something like this (not an endorsement...this is what I found in a quick DuckDuckGo search):
Basically you open the door, place this thing where the door latches (on the frame), and it's a grab handle the passenger can use to steady themselves as they get out of the car. I tried a similar product on my Model S and it worked well. (The intended user refused to...mostly out of pride I think, but that's a different problem.)
Bruce.
HandyBar - Automotive Grab Bar & Emergency Tools
Stander, HandyBar - Automotive Grab Bar & Emergency Tools, Betty Mills Price: $34.97 Each, SRX 3001, SRX3001, Rehabilitation Devices & Parts, Mobility Aids, Car Aids
www.bettymills.com
Basically you open the door, place this thing where the door latches (on the frame), and it's a grab handle the passenger can use to steady themselves as they get out of the car. I tried a similar product on my Model S and it worked well. (The intended user refused to...mostly out of pride I think, but that's a different problem.)
Bruce.
Bruce,Maybe something like this (not an endorsement...this is what I found in a quick DuckDuckGo search):
HandyBar - Automotive Grab Bar & Emergency Tools
Stander, HandyBar - Automotive Grab Bar & Emergency Tools, Betty Mills Price: $34.97 Each, SRX 3001, SRX3001, Rehabilitation Devices & Parts, Mobility Aids, Car Aidswww.bettymills.com
Basically you open the door, place this thing where the door latches (on the frame), and it's a grab handle the passenger can use to steady themselves as they get out of the car. I tried a similar product on my Model S and it worked well. (The intended user refused to...mostly out of pride I think, but that's a different problem.)
Bruce.
Great idea! I’ll order it today!
Very much appreciated!
You could try and attach one of those shower handles with suction cups to the windshield, near the sun visors; and you could take it off when not in use...
Although I would be a little worried about cracking the windshield due to the new forces exerted on it
Art - very creative idea! Certainly makes sense.You could try and attach one of those shower handles with suction cups to the windshield, near the sun visors; and you could take it off when not in use...
Although I would be a little worried about cracking the windshield due to the new forces exerted on it
I’ll try both of the suggestions in the thread - really appreciate your thought in this matter!
Best,
Gary
I put my elderly mom in the back seat. Getting in and out I lower the car. With the wide open doorway, helping her in and out is much easier.
And if it’s just the two of us, I put on a drivers cap and wear leather gloves and make out as if I’m her chauffeur.
I hope one of these suggestions, mine or the ones above work.
And if it’s just the two of us, I put on a drivers cap and wear leather gloves and make out as if I’m her chauffeur.
I hope one of these suggestions, mine or the ones above work.
Ha! Ha! That's funny because I used to be a chauffeur for celebrities! And yes, I use the back seat and lower the car for most of my senior relatives. I just recently found out that my biological mother only rides in the front seat of the car! That's why I'm finding these special adjustments for her.
A great idea - I appreciate the contribution!
Kind regards,
Gary Bowler
Thanks! Yes, that's what I currently do but it is not sufficient. Even when I get out and assist her with the car lowered it is still a challenge. But I really appreciate your response nevertheless!
Best regards,
Gary Bowler
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