03/07/2024 16:03:39

Rear Quarter Inner (Section) – China Charge Port Vehicles

Repair Information

Vehicles built for China after October 3, 2017:

The left quarter panel has an additional charge port door, as shown. This repair procedure contains information on repairing this component.
The right quarter panel is identical to the quarter panel on vehicles not built for China. Refer to Rear Quarter Inner (Section) – Non-China Charge Port Vehicles for information on repairing this component.

Note

The build date can be found on the label on the lower part of the driver's side B-Pillar.

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	MS ASY - PNL RR QTR INR. LH (Rear Quarter Inner – Section – for China Charge Port Vehicles)
1	ASY - CHARGE PORT MOUNTING, CHINA (Charge Port Mount – for China Charge Port Vehicles)
19	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

Remove the Quarter Outer Complete.
Remove/Install the necessary portion of the Wheelhouse Outer (Complete) to expose the underlying component being replaced.
Remove the original component.
or Factory Spot Welds
or Factory Structural Rivets
- A = 110 mm.
- B = 115 mm.
- C = 65 mm.
Cut the new ASSY - RR QTR INR + HDWR as indicated below to make the new component.
Cut Line

Reference Line/Point

Note
For the cut line on the upper portion of the panel, 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.

Note
Cut a notch as shown for the upper butt joint and trim as needed to obtain a good butt joint.
- D = 25 mm.
Prepare for installation.

or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm
Note
Install structural bulb rivets evenly on the overlap joint. These rivets are to be installed from the inside of the vehicle.

GMA Weld
Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
Install the new component or components.

CAUTION
Install the structural bulb rivets for the overlap joint from the inside of the vehicle.
Perform GMA welding.
GMA Weld
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.

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.

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.

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.
Install the necessary portion of the Wheelhouse Outer (Complete) that was removed to expose the component being replaced.
Install the Quarter Outer Complete.
Perform any necessary post-repair operations.