20/08/2024 13:13:14

Shotgun Tower

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
1 M3 ASY, SHOTGUN TOWER (Shotgun Tower)
17 High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
1 Flow Form Rivet S18
2 Flow Form Rivet S38
1 Flow Form Rivet S48
1 Bolt , M8x23.5 Tesla part number 1063260-00.

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Repair Procedure

  1. Remove the original component.

    Factory Spot Weld

    Bolt

  2. Prepare for installation.

    High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm

    or Flow Form Rivets, S18

    or Flow Form Rivets, S38

    or Flow Form Rivets, S48

    Steel Plug Weld
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    Note
    Drill a 10 mm. hole in each plug weld installation location.

    Installation Spot Weld

    Bolt

  3. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  4. Install the new component or components.
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    Note
    Torque the bolt to 35 Nm.
  5. Perform resistance spot 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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    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.
  6. Plug weld the steel areas.
    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.
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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.
    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.
  7. Install the new Fender and Lamp Support Bracket.
  8. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.