2025-08-06

Front Shock Tower Cap

Correction code: 10101028602 10101028702 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.

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
1 M3 ASY, SHOCK TOWER UPR (Front Shock Tower Cap)
21 Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
22 High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
5 Bolt Tesla part number 1011818-00-A.
5 Nut 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

  1. Remove the Shotgun Outer.
  2. Remove the original component.
    or Factory Spot Welds
  3. Prepare for installation.
    Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Install a rivet in the location circled in red only if a weld was removed from that location when the original component was removed.

    High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm

    Bolt

    Nut

  4. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  5. Install the new component or components.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Torque the bolts to 22 Nm.
  6. Install the Shotgun Outer.
  7. Install the fasteners as indicated.
  8. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.