03/07/2024 16:02:14

Rear Node

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
1

Asy-FrameRail Rr Complete (Rear Node)

10 High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
5 Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
2 Structural Countersunk Rivet, 6.5 mm
11 Rivet, 4.8 mm
2 Countersunk Rivet, 4.8 mm Short
10 Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm Short
15 Flow Form Rivet S18
2 Flow Form Rivet S28
5 Flow Form Rivet S38
1 Flow Form Rivet S58
4 Bolt, hex-head, SEMS,[FL],HX,M8X23.5,[109],G1009,PTC Tesla part number 1063260-00-C.
2 Bolt, hex-head, HH M8X29 109 G1009 B M Tesla part number 1623708-00-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 Rear Body Panel.
  2. Remove the Trunk Floor Assembly (Complete).
  3. Remove the Rear Frame Rail to Lower Quarter Extension.
  4. Remove the Third Row Seat Crossmember (Lower).
  5. Remove the Heelboard Crossmember (Rear).
  6. Remove the original component.

    or Factory Spot Welds

    or Factory SPRs

    or Bolts

  7. 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

    or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm

    or Structural Countersunk Rivets, 6.5 mm

    or Rivets, 4.8 mm

    or Countersunk Rivets, 4.8 mm Short

    or Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm Short

    or Flow Form Rivets, S18

    or Flow Form Rivets, S28

    or Flow Form Rivets, S38

    or Flow Form Rivets, S58

    or Bolts

    GMA Weld
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    Note
    Each GMA weld is 20 mm in length.
  8. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  9. Install the new component or components.
    Torque the bolts as follows:
    • Hex-head bolts: SEMS,[FL],HX,M8X23.5,[109],G1009,PTC, part number 1063260-00-C: 24 Nm.
    • Hex-head bolts: HH M8X29 109 G1009 B M, part number 1623708-00-A: 19 Nm.
  10. Perform GMA welding.
    GMA Weld
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    Note
    Each GMA weld is 20 mm in length.
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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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    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.
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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.
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    Note
    Before 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.
  11. Install the Heelboard Crossmember (Rear).
  12. Install the Third Row Seat Crossmember (Lower).
  13. Install the Rear Frame Rail End Plate.
  14. Install the Rear Frame Rail to Lower Quarter Extension.
  15. Install the Trunk Floor Assembly (Complete).
  16. Install the Rear Body Panel.
  17. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.