Hinge Pillar Reinforcement
Repair Information
- Review all collision repair general practices and safety documentation and wear the appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) before beginning this procedure.
- Properly mount the vehicle on a frame bench when performing this procedure.
Parts List
| Quantity | Description | Image / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ASY-REINF HINGE PILLAR LWR (Hinge Pillar Reinforcement) |
|
| 2 |
Bolt
|
Tesla part number 1006529-00-A. |
| 1 |
 Rivnut
|
Tesla part number 1038174-00-A. |
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Repair Procedure
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Remove the necessary portion
of the Body Side Outer to expose the
underlying component being replaced.
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Remove the A–Pillar Reinforcement.
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Cut the original component at the indicated locations.
This cut will allow access to a Rivnut that must be removed so the original component can be removed.
Cut Line
Reference
Line/Point- A = 85 mm.
- B = 175 mm.
- C = 27 mm.
- D = 112 mm.
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Remove the original component.
Rivnut
or Bolts
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Remove the Rivnut from the Hinge Pillar Reinforcement service part.
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Drill a 20 mm. hole in the
Hinge Pillar Reinforcement service part in the indicated location.
Cut Line
Reference
Line/Point
- E = 20 mm.
- F = 185 mm.
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Prepare for installation.
or Bolts
Rivnut
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Install the new component or components.
Torque the bolts to 10 Nm.
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Install the A–Pillar Reinforcement.
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Install the necessary
portion of the Body Side Outer that was removed to
expose the component being replaced.
- Perform any necessary post-repair operations.