2026-04-10

B-Pillar Outer (Upper)

Correction code: 10100138202 10100138302 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 Procedure

  1. Remove the Airbag - Curtain - RH (RHD) (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the Retractor - Seatbelt - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the Carpet - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the Carpet - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the necessary portion of the Body Side Outer to expose the underlying component being replaced.
  6. Cut the new Door Ring Outer Assembly as indicated below to make the new component.
  7. Remove the original component.

    or Factory Spot Welds

  8. Prepare for installation.
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    Note
    A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced. Secure this location using structural adhesive only.

    or Installation Spot Welds

    or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm

    or Countersunk Rivets, 4.8 mm Short

  9. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  10. Install the new component or components.
  11. Perform resistance spot welding.
    or Installation Spot Welds
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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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    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.
  12. Install the portion of the Body Side Outer that was removed to expose the component being replaced.
  13. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.
  14. Install the Carpet - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  15. Install the Carpet - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  16. Install the Retractor - Seatbelt - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  17. Install the Airbag - Curtain - RH (RHD) (Remove and Replace).