2026-08-10

Rear Header Upper

Correction code: 10102701702 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 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	REAR HEADER UPPER (Rear Header Upper)
10	Countersunk Rivet, 4.8 mm Long
4	Countersunk Rivet, 4.8 mm Short
24	SPR, 5x4.5
8	SPR, 5x5
2	SPR, 5x6 H4
4	SPR, 5x6 H2

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 Trim - A-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Install).
Remove the Headliner - Panoramic Roof (Remove and Replace).
Remove the Seat Belt Assembly - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the Curtain Air Bag - Driver's (Remove and Replace).
Remove the Fixed Glass - Panoramic Roof Assembly (Remove and Replace).
Remove the Power Strut - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
Remove the Liftgate Assembly (Remove and Install).
Remove the component that covers the Rear Header Assembly:
Depending on the vehicle build date, the component that covers the Rear Header Assembly may be any of the following:
- Roof Assembly (refer to procedure)
- Roof Glass (refer to procedure)
- Panoramic Roof Assembly frame (refer to procedure)
Remove the original component.
or Factory Spot Welds
Prepare for installation.

or Countersunk Rivets, 4.8 mm Long

or Rivets, 4.8 mm

or SPRs, 5x4.5
Note
The following Tesla SPR die is used to install this SPR: KA 075 2113.

or SPRs, 5x5
Note
The following Tesla SPR die is used to install this SPR: KA 075 2113.

or SPRs, 5x6 H4
Note
The following Tesla SPR die is used to install this SPR: SM 085 0125.

or SPRs, 5x6 H2
Note
The following Tesla SPR die is used to install this SPR: SM 085 0125.
Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
Install the new component or components.
Install the component that was removed to provide access to the Rear Header Assembly:
- Roof Assembly (refer to procedure)
- Roof Glass (refer to procedure)
- Panoramic Roof Assembly frame (refer to procedure)
Perform any necessary post-repair operations.
Install the Liftgate Assembly (Remove and Install).
Install the Power Strut - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
Install the Fixed Glass - Panoramic Roof Assembly (Remove and Replace).
Install the Curtain Air Bag - Driver's (Remove and Replace).
Install the Seat Belt Assembly - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
Install the Headliner - Panoramic Roof (Remove and Replace).
Install the Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Install).
Install the Trim - A-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).