Front Frame Rail (Complete)
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 - FRONT RAIL COMPLETE (Front Frame Rail – Complete) |
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| 39 |
High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
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| 24 |
Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
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| 2 |
Countersunk Rivet, 4.8 mm Short
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| 5 |
Bolt
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Tesla part number 1011818-00-A. |
| 5 |
Nut
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Tesla part number 1006628-01-A. |
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
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Remove the Shotgun Outer.
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Remove the Dash Crossmember.
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Remove the Longitudinal Upper.
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Remove the original component.
or 
Factory Spot Welds
or 
Drill through factory spot welds
NoteWhen drilling out spot welds, use a drill bit that creates a hole correctly sized for the fastener that will replace the spot weld.
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Prepare for installation.
or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm
or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm
or Countersunk Rivets, 4.8 mm Short
or Bolts
- Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
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Install the new component or components.
Torque the bolts to 22 Nm.
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Install the Longitudinal Upper.
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Install the Dash Crossmember.
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Install the Shotgun Outer.
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Install the fasteners as indicated.
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Install the Fender and Lamp Support Bracket.
- Perform any necessary post-repair operations.