2026-05-16

Front Frame Rail Inner (Large Front Section)

Correction code: 10101001802 10101001702 NOTE: Unless explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code includes all Collision Repair and Service repair work required to perform this procedure, including the linked Collision Repair procedures and linked Service procedures. Do not stack Collision Repair correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. Depending on the damage to the vehicle, additional repairs may be required.

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
2 M3 ASY - FRT RAIL INR PNL WITH BRACKETS (Front Frame Rail Inner)

One Front Frame Rail Inner is needed for replacement and one is needed to make a backing plate.
10 High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm

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Repair Procedure

  1. Remove the ABS Modulator (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the Damper Assembly - Front - LH (RWD) (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the Hinge - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the Reservoir - Windshield Washer (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the Front Upper Control Arm (FUCA) Mount - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the Fender Assembly - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the Hood (Remove and Install).
  8. Remove the Subframe Assembly - Front (Dual Motor) (Remove and Install).
  9. Remove the A/C Compressor, Supermanifold and Compressor to Supermanifold A/C Line (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace).
  10. Remove the Radiator (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace).
  11. Remove the Cooling System (Drain and Refill).
  12. Remove the Carrier - Front End (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace).
  13. Remove the Ankle Catcher (Remove and Replace).
  14. Remove the Crush Can - Upper - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  15. Remove the Front Frame Rail Inner Reinforcement (Complete).
  16. Cut the original component at the indicated locations.

    Reference Line/Point

    Cut Line
    • A = 75 mm
  17. Remove the original component.
    • or Factory Spot Welds
  18. Cut one of the new Front Frame Rail Inner components as indicated below to make the new component.

    Reference Line/Point

    Cut Line
    • A = 75 mm
  19. Cut one of the new Front Frame Rail Inner components as indicated below to make the backing plate.

    Reference Line/Point

    Cut Line
    • B = 35 mm
    • C = 115 mm
  20. Cut the backing plate as indicated.

    Cut Line

  21. Perform GMA welding.
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    Warning
    Failure to follow all welding safety precautions, including the use of personal protective equipment, could result in serious injury or property damage. Only technicians who have completed Tesla’s approved welding training are authorized to weld structural components on Tesla vehicles.
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    Warning
    To maintain vehicle crash integrity, use only approved welding wire and an approved GMA welder to perform GMA welding on Tesla vehicles. Refer to Approved Gas Metal Arc (GMA) Welders and Welding Wire for information on approved GMA welders and welding wire.
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    CAUTION
    Do not weld on a Tesla vehicle before performing the Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure (refer to the vehicle-specific Service Manual for more information on the Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure). Welding on a Tesla vehicle with an energized high or low voltage system might damage vehicle components.
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    Note
    Before GMA welding, a test weld using material of the same gauge and type should be performed to make sure that the welding equipment settings produce a satisfactory joint.
  22. Prepare for installation.
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    Note
    Align the holes in the Front Inner Front Subframe Bracket with the holes in the Front Frame Rail Inner.
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    Note
    A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.
    • D = 10 mm
    • E = 8 mm
  23. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  24. Install the new component or components.
  25. Perform resistance spot welding.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    Warning
    Failure to follow all welding safety precautions, including the use of personal protective equipment, could result in serious injury or property damage. Only technicians who have completed Tesla’s approved welding training are authorized to weld structural components on Tesla vehicles.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not weld on a Tesla vehicle before performing the Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure (refer to the vehicle-specific Service Manual for more information on the Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure). Welding on a Tesla vehicle with an energized high or low voltage system might damage vehicle components.
  26. Install the new Front Frame Rail Inner Reinforcement (Complete).
  27. Install a new Front Trunk Bracket.
  28. Install a new Front Subframe Mount (Front Inner).
  29. Install the fasteners as indicated.
  30. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.
  31. Install the Crush Can - Upper - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  32. Install the Ankle Catcher (Remove and Replace).
  33. Install the Carrier - Front End (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace).
  34. Install the Cooling System (Drain and Refill).
  35. Install the Radiator (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace).
  36. Install the A/C Compressor, Supermanifold and Compressor to Supermanifold A/C Line (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace).
  37. Install the Subframe Assembly - Front (Dual Motor) (Remove and Install).
  38. Install the Hood (Remove and Install).
  39. Install the Fender Assembly - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
  40. Install the Front Upper Control Arm (FUCA) Mount - LH (Remove and Replace).
  41. Install the Reservoir - Windshield Washer (Remove and Replace).
  42. Install the Hinge - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace).
  43. Install the Damper Assembly - Front - LH (RWD) (Remove and Replace).
  44. Install the ABS Modulator (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace).