03/07/2024 16:08:58

Dash Reinforcement Panel

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	Asy-Dash and brake/IP stiffeners (Dash Reinforcement Panel)
8	High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
26	Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
2	Countersunk Rivet, 4.8 mm Long
10	Flow Form Rivet S18
2	Flow Form Rivet S48
2	Bolt, Torx-head	Tesla part number 1621839-00-B.

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 Cowl Top Assembly.
Remove the original component.

or Factory Spot Welds

or RIVTAC

or Bolt, Torx-head
Prepare for installation.
or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm
- A = 236 mm.
- B = 14 mm.
or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm
- C = 20 mm.
or Countersunk Rivets, 4.8 mm Long

or Flow Form Rivets, S18

or Flow Form Rivets, S48

or Bolt, Torx-head
Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
Install the new component or components.
Torque the bolts to 30 Nm.
Install the Cowl Top Assembly.
Perform any necessary post-repair operations.