03/07/2024 16:04:01

Wheelhouse Assembly (Built Through November 5, 2014)

Repair Information

This repair procedure is for vehicles built through approximately November 5, 2014 (with a 1st Generation Rear Node).
For vehicles built after approximately November 5, 2014 (with a 2nd Generation Rear Node), see Wheelhouse Assembly (Built After November 5, 2014).
Review all collision repair general practices and safety documentation and wear the appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) before beginning this procedure.
Properly mount the vehicle on a frame bench when performing this procedure.

Parts List


Quantity	Description	Image / Notes
1	ASSY - RR WHEELEFT HANDOUSE (Wheelhouse Assembly)
5	Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm Medium
6	Structural Flange Rivet
6	High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
4	Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
9	SPR, 5x4.5
2	SPR, 5x6 H2
8	Bolt, hex-head M8-1.25x16	Tesla part number 1005582-00-A.
8	Nut HF M8X1.25 10-ZNAL-W	Tesla part number 2007088.

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 necessary portion of the Body Side Outer to expose the underlying component being replaced.
If present, remove the Front Shock Tower Reinforcement.

Note
Vehicles built before November 5, 2014 may have a Front Shock Tower Reinforcement (highlighted in red) which must be removed; this reinforcement is not reinstalled during replacement.
Remove the original component.
or Factory Spot Welds
or Factory SPRs

or Factory Structural Rivets

Factory Pin and Collar

GMA Weld
Attach the c-pillar reinforcement to the shock tower.
or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm
Check the fit of the new Wheelhouse Extension component.
If needed:
- Trim the inboard edge of the component as necessary to fit.
- Heat and then smooth out the angled portion of the Rear Wheelhouse Extension to fit the Rear Node (the Rear Wheelhouse Extension is shown separately in the image for clarity).
Prepare for installation.
or Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm Medium
or Structural Flange Rivets, 6.5 mm

or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm

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

or SPRs, 5x6 H2
Note
The following Tesla SPR die is used to install this SPR: SM 085 0125.

or Bolts, hex-head

Nut

GMA Weld
Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
Install the new component or components.
Torque the bolts to 25 Nm.
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 portion of the Body Side Outer that was removed to expose the component being replaced.
Perform any necessary post-repair operations.