03/07/2024 16:03:03

Front Frame Rail (Rear Wheel Drive Vehicles Built Through April 10, 2016)

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
1 ASY - FR RAIL SVC (Front Frame Rail)
3 Structural Flange Rivet
8 Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm Medium
4 Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm Short
3 Bolt, hex-head , BOLT HF M10X1.50X30 [10.9]-U-MP-G720 Tesla part number 2007069.

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 original component.
    or Factory Structural Rivets
    or Drill through factory spot welds
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    Note
    When drilling out spot welds, use a drill bit that creates a hole correctly sized for the fastener that will replace the spot weld.

    or Bolts, hex-head

    Factory Pin and Collar

    Bolt, Allen-head
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    Note
    This bolt is removed from the assembly, but does not leave the body of the vehicle. The bolt is reused during component installation.

    GMA Weld

  2. Prepare for installation.
    or Structural Flange Rivets, 6.5 mm

    or Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm Medium

    or Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm Short

    or Bolts, hex-head

    Bolt, Allen-head

    GMA Weld

  3. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  4. Install the new component or components.
    Torque all bolts to 50 Nm.
  5. 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.
  6. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.