2025-08-06

Rear Subframe Mount

Correction code: 10101814202 10101814302 NOTE: Unless explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code includes all Collision Repair work required to perform this procedure, including the linked Collision Repair procedures. Do not stack Collision Repair correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. Add any associated mechanical procedures needed to perform this procedure.

Repair Information

Review all collision repair general practices and safety documentation and wear the appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) before beginning this procedure.
Properly mount the vehicle on a frame bench when performing this procedure.

Parts List


Quantity	Description	Image / Notes
1	ASY, RR SUBFRAME MNT (Rear Subframe Mount)
31	High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
17	Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm

When ordering parts, refer to the Parts Catalog and enter the VIN of the vehicle being repaired to find the correct parts (and the part numbers) for the vehicle. Alternatively, use the search function in the Parts Catalog to find a specific part for the vehicle.

Repair Procedure

Cut the floor panel at the indicated locations, and bend it back to create a flap (shown in red) large enough to allow removal of the spot weld (under the flap).
Cut Line

Reference Line/Point
- A = 20 mm
Remove the outer portion of the original component.
or Factory Spot Welds
or Drill through factory spot welds
Note
When drilling out spot welds, use a drill bit that creates a hole correctly sized for the fastener that will replace the spot weld.
Remove the inner portion of the original component.
or Factory Spot Welds
or Drill through factory spot welds
Note
When drilling out spot welds, use a drill bit that creates a hole correctly sized for the fastener that will replace the spot weld.
Prepare for installation.
Note
A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.

or Installation Spot Welds
or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm
- B = 6 mm
Note
Return the floor panel flap (shown in red) to its original location before installing the Structural Bulb rivet circled in red.
or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm
- C = 7 mm
Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.

Note
Apply a small amount of structural adhesive to the upper side of the floor panel flap created earlier.
Bend the floor panel flap (shown in red) to its original location.
Install the new component or components.

Note
Return the floor panel flap (shown in red) to its original location before installing the Structural Bulb rivet circled in red.
Perform resistance spot welding.
or Installation Spot Welds
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.

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.
Perform any necessary post-repair operations.