Rear Node (Complete)
Repair Information
- Depending on the damage to
this component, it may be possible to repair this component. Refer to Cast Rear Node Repair Guidelines (Vehicles Built Through October 12, 2022) for
more information.
- 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 | MODEL S, ASY-MEMBER RAIL RR (Rear Node Complete Assembly) |
|
| 22 |
High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
|
|
| 12 |
Bolt
,
M8-1.25x20 |
Tesla part number 1621820-00-A. |
| 1 |
Bolt
, PF
M8x20 |
Tesla part number 1007580-00-A. |
| 1 |
Bolt
,
M8x50 |
Tesla part number 1046838-00-A. |
| 2 |
Bolt, Torx-head
,
M8-1.25x20 |
Tesla part number 1014747-00-B. |
| 1 |
Nut
|
Tesla part number 1006628-01-A. |
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
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Remove the Rear Panel.
Based on the vehicle build date, remove the Rear Panel using the appropriate procedure:
-
Remove the Rear Trunk
Floor.
Based on the vehicle build date, remove the Rear Trunk Floor using the appropriate procedure:
-
Remove the Rear Trunk
Waterfall Panel.
Based on the vehicle build date, remove the Rear Trunk Waterfall Panel using the appropriate procedure:
-
Remove the Rear Wheelhouse Extension.
-
Remove the Rear Trunk Floor Extension.
-
Remove the Rear Node Upper Reinforcement (Rear).
-
Remove the Rear Node Upper Reinforcement (Middle).
-
Remove the Rear Node Upper Reinforcement (Front).
-
Remove the Rear Torque Box Lower Reinforcement.
-
Remove the original component.
-
Use structural adhesive to
attach the nuts in position on the inside of the Rear Node.
Nut
, M8-1.25
-
Prepare for installation.
or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm
- A = 260 mm.
- B = 15 mm.
- C = 22mm.
- D = 9 mm.
- E = 13 mm.
- F = 21 mm.
or Bolts
Nut
, M8-1.25
- Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
-
Install the new component or components.
Torque the bolt indicated to 25 Nm.
or Bolts
Torque all other bolts to 24 Nm.
-
Install the .Rear Torque Box Lower Reinforcement
-
Install the Rear Node Upper Reinforcement (Front).
-
Install the Rear Node Upper Reinforcement (Middle).
-
Install the Rear Node Upper Reinforcement (Rear).
-
Install the Rear Trunk Waterfall Panel.
Install the Rear Trunk Waterfall Panel using the appropriate procedure:
-
Install the Rear Trunk Floor.
Install the Rear Trunk Floor using the appropriate procedure:
-
Install the Rear Trunk Floor Extension.
-
Install the Rear Wheelhouse Extension.
-
Install the Rear Panel.
Install the Rear Panel using the appropriate procedure:
- Perform any necessary post-repair operations.
