2026-04-07

Rear Frame Rail (Cast)

Correction code: 10101812602 10100140102 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 REAR FRAME RAIL - CAST (Rear Rail - Cast)
1 REAR RAIL CASTING SECTIONING JIG (Rear Frame Rail Cut Line Jig)

Tesla part number 2173892-00.
15 High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
4 Structural Countersunk Rivet, 6.5 mm

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Repair Procedure

  1. Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  2. Busbars - Charge Port to HV Battery (NACS) (Remove and Replace).
  3. Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Trim - Side - Trunk - RH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the Rear Body Panel.
  7. Remove the Rear Rail to Lower Quarter Extension.
  8. Remove the Trunk Floor Assembly (Complete).
  9. Remove the original component.

    or Factory SPRs

  10. Mark the cut line on the original component.
    Attach the Cut Line Jig as shown, then mark the cut line toward the rear of the vehicle and remove the jig.
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    Note
    Remove any visible or residual adhesive before positioning the jig.
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    Note
    Avoid damaging the jig so that it can be reused.
    • A = 30 mm
    • Cut Line
  11. Remove the original component.
    • Cut Line
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    Note
    Cut as close as possible to the rear edge of the marked cut line on the original component, then trim the original component as necessary to fit. Keep any gaps as small as possible.
  12. Remove the original component.
    or Factory SPRs
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    Note
    The factory SPR circled in red is hidden behind the crossmember and must be ground down from inside the Frame Rail using a belt sander. When grinding the SPR, do not knock out the SPR entirely from the joint in order to keep some mechanical connection to the inboard bulkhead. This fastener is not replaced when installing the new Rear Frame Rail.
  13. Prepare for installation.
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    Note
    A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.
    or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm
    • B = 64 mm
    • C = 27 mm
    • D = 23 mm
    • E = 10 mm
    • F = 28 mm
    • G = 61 mm
    • H = 43 mm
  14. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  15. Install the new component or components.
  16. Install the Trunk Floor Assembly (Complete).
  17. Install the new Rear Rail to Lower Quarter Extension.
  18. Install the new Rear Body Panel.
  19. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.
  20. Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace).
  21. Trim - Side - Trunk - RH (Remove and Replace).
  22. Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  23. Busbars - Charge Port to HV Battery (NACS) (Remove and Replace).
  24. Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).