03/07/2024 16:04:53
Quarter Inner Section (LH)
Repair Information
- 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 |
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1 | ASY - REAR QTR INNER PNL LH (Quarter Inner – LH) | |
7 | SPR, 5x4.5 | |
3 | SPR, 5x7 |
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 .
- Remove the necessary portion of the Rear Wheel Arch.
- Remove the original component.
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Make the new component by
cutting the new Quarter Inner service part.
NoteUsing the removed portion of the old component as a template, cut the service part as specified below to create a service part larger than the removed portion of the old component. The new component should overlap the the remaining portion of the panel along the forward joint by 25 mm. The new component should should overlap the remaining portion of the panel along the rear joint by 92 mm.
- F = 25 mm.
- G = 172 mm.
NoteIn the wheel arch area where the new component will be installed, trim the new component as needed to obtain a good butt joint. -
Prepare for installation.
NoteA red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.or SPRs, 5x4.5NoteThe following Tesla SPR die is required to install this SPR: KA 075 2113.or SPRs, 5x7NoteThe following Tesla SPR die is required to install the SPR circled in red: SM 085 0125. Use Tesla SPR die FM 090 2120 to install the SPRs that are not circled in red.
- Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
- Install the new component or components.
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Perform GMA welding.
GMA WeldWarningFailure 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.WarningTo 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.CAUTIONDo 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.NoteBefore 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 Rear Wheel Arch.
- Install the .
- Perform any necessary post-repair operations.