03/07/2024 16:04:20

B-Pillar (Complete)

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
1 ASY B PLR COMPLETE (B–Pillar Complete)
3

Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm Medium

2 Flow Form Rivet S28
6 Flow Form Rivet S48
1 Bolt, hex-head , DOUBLE ENDED STUD, HF, M8X25+M8X15 Tesla part number 1060709-00-B.
3 Bolt, hex-head SCR,M8-1.25X20,HF,MAT PNT,STL,ZNC,PATCH Tesla part number 1007580-00-A.

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Repair Procedure

  1. Remove the B–Pillar Reinforcement.
  2. Remove the necessary portion of the Body Side Outer to expose the underlying component being replaced.
  3. Remove the original component.
    or Factory SPRs

    or Bolts, hex-head

  4. Grind down the foam on the new B–Pillar service part until it is flush with the edges of the nylon reinforcement block.
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    Warning
    Remove the structural foam in a well-ventilated area. Wear suitable personal protective equipment.
  5. Prepare for installation.

    or Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm Medium

    or Flow Form Rivets, S28

    or Flow Form Rivets, S48

    or Bolts, hex-head

  6. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
    Apply a layer of structural adhesive to the top structural foam in the nylon reinforcement block of the B–Pillar Gusset (highlighted in yellow). Also apply a primer layer of structural adhesive to the underside of the Front Header Upper to the area highlighted in yellow.
  7. Install the B–Pillar Reinforcement.
  8. Install the new component or components.
    Torque the bolts to 25 Nm.
  9. Install the portion of the Body Side Outer that was removed to expose the component being replaced.
  10. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.