Divider Bar Reinforcement
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ASY - DIVIDER BAR REINF (Divider Bar Reinforcement) |
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| 3 |
Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm Short
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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
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Remove the necessary portion
of the Body Side Outer Assembly to expose the underlying component being replaced.
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Remove the original component.
or 
Factory Spot Welds
or 
Factory SPRs
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Prepare for installation.
NoteA red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.
or Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm Short
or 
Installation Spot Welds
- Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
- Install the new component or components.
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Perform resistance spot welding.
or Installation Spot Welds
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.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.
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Install the necessary
portion of the Body Side Outer Assembly that was removed to
expose the component being replaced.