2026-10-07

Rear Frame Rail (Cast)

Correction code: Pending Pending NOTE: Unless explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code includes all Collision Repair and Service repair work required to perform this procedure, including the linked Collision Repair procedures and linked Service procedures. Do not stack Collision Repair correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. Depending on the damage to the vehicle, additional repairs may be required.

Repair Information

The Rear Rail Upper Assembly and Rear Rail Lower Assembly might come with studs installed. If these components come with studs installed, remove the studs at the appropriate step in this procedure.
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	CASTING - REAR RAIL SECTION (Rear Frame Rail - Cast)
1	M3 REAR RAIL CASTING SECTIONING JIG	Tesla part number 2173892-00.
15	High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
4	Structural Countersunk Rivet, 6.5 mm
5	Rivet, 4.8 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

Remove the Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the Rear Body Panel.
Remove the Trunk Floor Assembly (Complete).
Remove the original component.
- or Factory SPRs
Remove the original component.
- or Factory SPRs
Remove the original component.
- or Factory SPRs
Remove the original component.
- or Factory Spot Welds
Place the cutting jig on the original component and mark the top cut line.
- Cut Line
Note
Remove any visible or residual adhesive before positioning the jig.
Mark the side cut line.
- Reference Line/Point
- Cut Line A = 30 mm
Cut the original component at the indicated locations.

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.
Remove the original component.
- or Factory SPRs
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 rivet is not replaced when installing the new component.
Prepare for installation.
- Reference Line/Point
- or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm B = 19 mm C = 27 mm D = 64 mm
Prepare for installation.
- Reference Line/Point
- or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm
- or Structural Countersunk Rivets, 6.5 mm E = 10 mm F = 29 mm G = 62 mm
Prepare for installation.
Note
A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced. Secure this location using structural adhesive only.
- Reference Line/Point
- or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm H = 44 mm I = 43 mm
Prepare for installation.
- or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm
Prepare for installation.

Note
A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced. Secure this location using structural adhesive only.
Prepare for installation.
- Reference Line/Point
- or Rivets, 4.8 mm J = 98 mm K = 196 mm L = 305 mm M = 7 mm
Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
Install the new component or components.
Install the Trunk Floor Assembly (Complete).
Install the Rear Body Panel.
Perform any necessary post-repair operations.
Install the Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).