03/07/2024 16:03:40

Rear Quarter Inner (Section) – Non-China Charge Port Vehicles

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
1 ASSY - RR QTR INR + HDWR (Rear Quarter Inner – Section – for Non-China Charge Port Vehicles)
10 Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 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

  1. Remove/Install the Quarter Outer Complete.
  2. Remove/Install the necessary portion of the Wheelhouse Outer (Complete) to expose the underlying component being replaced.
  3. Remove the original component.
    or Factory Spot Welds

    or Factory Structural Rivets

    • A = 105 mm.
    • B = 115 mm.
    • C = 50 mm.
  4. Cut the new ASSY - RR QTR INR + HDWR as indicated below to make the new component.

    Cut Line

    Reference Line/Point

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    Note
    Use the old part as a template to mark a cut line 25 mm. beyond the flange to create an overlap joint with the component still on the vehicle.
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    Note
    Cut notches as shown for the upper and lower butt joints and trim as needed to obtain good butt joints.
    • D = 25 mm.
  5. Prepare for installation.
    or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm
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    Note
    Install structural bulb rivets on the overlap joint every 50 mm. These rivets are to be installed from the inside of the vehicle.

    GMA Weld

  6. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  7. Install the new component or components.
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    CAUTION
    Install the structural bulb rivets for the overlap joint from the inside of the vehicle.
  8. Perform GMA welding.
    GMA Weld
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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.
  9. Install the necessary portion of the Wheelhouse Outer (Complete) that was removed to expose the component being replaced.
  10. Remove/Install the Quarter Outer Complete.
  11. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.