03/07/2024 16:07:55

Quarter Outer Complete (Vehicles Built Through February 17, 2022)

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
1 ASY, RQO WITH LAMP HOUSE (Quarter Outer Complete)
2 High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
26 Countersunk Rivet, 4.8 mm Short
2 Rivet, 4.8 mm
LH component: 16

RH component: 17

 Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
18 Flow Form Rivet S08
LH component: 9

RH component: 7

Flow Form Rivet S18
3 Flow Form Rivet S28
1 Flow Form Rivet S38
5 Flow Form Rivet S48

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.

Quarter Outer Complete Section Descriptions

Rear Quarter Outer Complete Sectioning
The Quarter Outer Complete (shown below) is a single component, and can be replaced as a single repair:

Alternatively, instead of replacing the complete Quarter Outer Complete, a section of the Quarter Outer Complete can be replaced using a portion of a new Quarter Outer Complete component using the cut line described in this document.

Rear Quarter Outer Complete Sections

 

Quarter Outer Complete Section Descriptions

Lower Section

Cut Line

Reference Line/Point

  • A = 282 mm.
  • B = 401 mm.

Cut the new service part as indicated to make the new component.

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Note
Create a backing plate from the remaining portion of the new component, and install it as indicated.

Perform GMA welding on the butt joint.

or Aluminum Plug Welds

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.

Repair Procedure

  1. Separate the rear wheel arch flange.
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    Note
    If repairing only a section of the Quarter Outer Complete, separate only the necessary portion of the hemmed flange.
  2. Remove the original component.
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    Note
    If replacing only a section of the Quarter Outer Complete: Remove only the fasteners in the section being replaced.

    or Factory Spot Welds

    or Drill through factory spot welds
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    When drilling out spot welds, use a drill bit that creates a hole correctly sized for the fastener that will replace the spot weld.
  3. Prepare for installation.
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    Note
    A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.
    or Rivets, 4.8 mm
    • C = 215 mm.
    • D = 7 mm.
    or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm
    • E = 13 mm.
    • F = 9 mm.

    or Countersunk Rivets, 4.8 mm Short

    or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm

    or Flow Form Rivets, S08

    or Flow Form Rivets, S18

    or Flow Form Rivets, S28

    or Flow Form Rivets, S38

    or Flow Form Rivets, S48

  4. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  5. Install the new component or components.
  6. Fold over the wheel arch flange.
  7. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.