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Hinge Pillar Assembly

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
1 if performing a complete assembly replacement; 2 if replacing a section PNL, PANEL-HINGE PILLAR (Hinge Pillar)
2 High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
5 Flow Form Rivet S38
2 Flow Form Rivet S58
10 Flow Form Rivet S48
4 Flow Form Rivet S68
1 Bolt, BOLT,HF,M6-1.0x21[88],G1009[B],MAT Tesla part number 1139785-00-A.
2 Bolt, T2000,M8x1.25-28,CF,[88],G1009 Tesla part number 1621839-00-B.
3 Bolt, BOLT,HH,M8-1.25x27,[109],G0110,M Tesla part number 1621820-00-A.
2 Bolt, Torx-head , BOLT,HF,M6x16,[109],G0109,ADH,MAT Tesla part number 1137934-00-C.

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.

Hinge Pillar Assembly Section Descriptions

Hinge Pillar Assembly Sectioning
The Hinge Pillar Assembly (shown below) is a single component, and can be replaced as a single repair:

Alternatively, instead of replacing the complete Hinge Pillar Assembly, the upper or lower areas of the Hinge Pillar Assembly can be replaced using portions of a new Hinge Pillar Assembly component using the cut lines described in this document.

Hinge Pillar Assembly Sections

Repair Procedure

  1. Remove the necessary portion of the Body Side Outer to expose the underlying component being replaced.
  2. If replacing a section of the Hinge Pillar Assembly: Cut the first new Hinge Pillar Assembly as indicated below to make the new component.

    Cut Line

    Reference Line/Point

    • A = 121 mm
    • B = 91 mm
  3. If replacing a section of the Hinge Pillar Assembly: Mark the Hinge Pillar Assembly at the section cut line.

    Cut Line

    Reference Line/Point

    • C = 121 mm
    • D = 91 mm
  4. Remove the original component.
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    Note
    If replacing a section of the Hinge Pillar Assembly: Remove only the fasteners in the section being replaced.

    or Factory Spot Welds

    or Factory Structural Rivets

    or Bolts

  5. Prepare for installation.

    or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm

    or Flow Form Rivets, S48

    or Flow Form Rivets, S38
    • E = 9 mm
    • F = 66 mm

    or Flow Form Rivets, S58

    or Bolts

    or Bolt, Torx-head

  6. If replacing a section of the Hinge Pillar Assembly: Cut the second new Hinge Pillar Assembly as indicated below to create a backing plate.

    Cut Line

    Reference Line/Point

    • G = 101 mm
    • H = 71 mm
  7. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  8. Install the new component or components.
    Torque the bolts as follows:
    • Torx M8 bolt part number 1621839-00-B: 30 Nm
    • Hex-head M8x27 bolt part number 1621820-00-A: 24 Nm
    • Hex-head M6x16 bolt part number 1137934-00-C: 8 Nm
    • Hex-head M6x21 bolt part number 1139785-00-A: 10 Nm
  9. If replacing a section of the Hinge Pillar Assembly, perform GMA welding on the butt joint between the sections.
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    Warning
    Do not weld the panel where it directly contacts the high strength panels underneath. The heat from welding might weaken the strength of the underlying high strength steel structure.
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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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    Warning
    Before GMA welding, make sure that the structural adhesive is dry to the touch. If the structural adhesive is not dry to the touch before GMA welding, the strength of the adhesive bond might be compromised.
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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.
  10. Install the necessary portion of the Body Side Outer that was removed to expose the component being replaced.
  11. Install the fasteners as indicated.

    or Flow Form Rivets, S48

    or Flow Form Rivets, S68

  12. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.