03/07/2024 16:04:39

Front Shock Tower Extension

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
1	EXTN-SHOCK TOWER (Front Shock Tower Extension)
6	Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
11	Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm Short

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 original component.
or Factory Spot Welds
Warning
In the areas highlighted in red, do not drill through or damage the underlying panels.
Prepare for installation.

Note
A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.

or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm

or Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm Short

GMA Weld
Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.

Note
Clamp the area highlighted in red until the structural adhesive is fully cured.
Install the new component or components.
Perform GMA welding.
GMA Weld
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.

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.

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.

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.
Perform any necessary post-repair operations.