Sill Outer (Complete)
Repair Information
- Review all collision repair general practices and safety documentation and wear the appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) before beginning this procedure.
- This procedure can be completed without using a frame bench.
Parts List
Quantity | Description | Image / Notes |
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1 | ASSEMBLY - DOOR RING OUTER (Door Ring Outer Assembly) | |
5 | Rivet, 4.8 mm | |
1 | Flow Form Rivet S08 | |
1 | Flow Form Rivet S18 | |
4 | Bolt | Tesla part number 1623708-00. |
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 necessary portion of the Body Side Outer Assembly to expose the underlying component being replaced.
- Remove the lower section of the C–Pillar Reinforcement.
- Remove the B–Pillar Outer (Lower).
- Remove the Hinge Pillar.
- Cut the new Door Ring Outer as indicated below to make the new component.
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Remove the original component.
or Bolts
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Prepare for installation.
or Bolts
NoteLap joint welds must be 20mm in length. - 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 19 Nm.
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Perform GMA welding.
WarningFailure 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.WarningTo 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.CAUTIONDo 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.NoteBefore GMA welding, a test weld using material of the same gauge and type should be performed to make sure that the welding equipment settings produce a satisfactory joint.
- Install the Hinge Pillar.
- Install the B–Pillar Outer (Lower).
- Install the lower section of the C–Pillar Reinforcement.
- Install the necessary portion of the Body Side Outer Assembly that was removed to expose the component being replaced.
- Perform any necessary post-repair operations.