Model Y Collision Repair Procedures Manual

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      Useful reference information relating to the repairing of Tesla vehicles.

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      Make sure to read and follow the general guidelines for structural repairs.
      • Vehicle and Wheel Paint Codes
        Provides paint color and code information for Tesla vehicles and wheels.
      • Model Y Collision Repair Procedures
      • General Information
        • How to Use This Manual
        • Performing a Structural Repair on a Tesla Vehicle
          • Personal Protection
          • Sectioning Guidelines
          • Removing a Component
          • Preparing for Installation
          • Installing the Replacement Component
          • Post-Repair Operations
          • Contacting Tesla Collision Repair
      • Recent Changes In This Manual
      • General Repair Guidelines
        • Body Structure Materials and Allowed Operations
        • Dimensional Specifications
        • Electrical Harness Repair Guidelines
          • Single Splice Repair Procedure
          • Double Splice Repair Procedure
        • Fixed Glass Installation Preparation
        • Plastic Component Repair Guidelines
        • Preparing a Total Loss Vehicle for Transport
        • SRS Inspection and Component Replacement
        • Steering Gear Replacement Guidelines
        • Structural Repair Guidelines
        • Using Flow Form Rivets
      • Approved Parts, Tools, and Supplies
        • Approved Chemicals
        • Approved Fasteners and Fastener Tools for Structural Repairs
        • Approved Frame Bench Systems and Optional Electronic Measuring Systems
        • Approved Gas Metal Arc (GMA) Welders and Welding Wire
        • Approved Paint Systems for Tesla Warranty Repairs
        • Approved Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot (STRS) Welders
        • Microstop Countersink Kit
        • Repair Guidelines for Parts, Fasteners, and Structural Adhesives
        • Toolbox Labor Times
      • Part Repairability Guidelines
        • Approved Wheel Repairs
        • Cast Rear Under Body (1–Piece) Repair Guidelines
        • Cast Rear Under Body (2–Piece) Repair Guidelines
        • Front Bumper Fascia Repair Guidelines
        • Painting Park Assist Sensors
        • Windshield and Roof Glass Repair and Replacement Guidelines
      • Reference Information
        • Vehicle and Wheel Paint Codes
      • Body Side Panels
        • Body Side Outer
        • Body Side Outer Front Cap
        • Body Side Outer Rear Extension Lower
        • Door Outer Panel
        • Door Ring Inner with Header Reinforcement
        • Door Ring Outer
        • Fender Bracket Lower
        • Fender Bracket Upper
        • Quarter Outer Assembly (Without Upper Trough)
        • Quarter Outer Skin
        • Roof Rack Brackets
        • Sill Inner Lower Closeout
        • Sill Insert (Complete)
        • Sill Insert (Front Section)
      • Center Under Body Panels
        • Center Underbody
        • Front Floor Extension
        • Front Seat Floor Crossmember Glove (Front)
        • Front Seat Floor Crossmember Glove (Rear)
        • Front Seat Mount Reinforcements
      • Front Inner Panels
        • Battery Beam Bracket
        • Cowl Lower with Wiper Brackets
        • Cowl Screen Bracket
        • Cowl Top
        • Crossmember Sealing Platter (Front)
        • Dash Crossmember
        • Dash Reinforcement Assembly
        • Fender Bracket
        • Front Controller Bracket (Lower)
        • Front Controller Bracket (Upper)
        • Front Frame Rail Complete (APAC and EMEA)
        • Front Frame Rail Inner (Large Section)
        • Front Frame Rail Inner (Small Section)
        • Front Frame Rail Inner Reinforcement (Complete)
        • Front Frame Rail Inner Reinforcement (Section)
        • Front Frame Rail Outer (Complete)
        • Front Frame Rail Outer (Section)
        • Front Subframe Mount (Inner)
        • Front Subframe Mount (Rear)
        • Front Subframe Support
        • Front Trunk Bracket
        • IP Locator Bracket
        • Longitudinal Upper
        • Lower Fender Inner Bracket
        • Shock Tower Brace Bracket
        • Shock Tower Cap
        • Shock Tower Support (Front)
        • Shock Tower Support (Rear)
        • Shotgun Inner
        • Shotgun Outer
        • Shotgun Shear Wall
        • Subframe Attachment Cap
        • Torque Box
        • Torque Box Rear Upper
        • VIN Plate Bracket
        • Wiper Bracket (Inboard LH)
        • Wiper Bracket (Inboard RH)
        • Wiper Bracket (Outboard)
      • Rear End Panels
        • Bump Stop Bracket
        • Lampcan Drain Channel
      • Rear Quarter Inner Panels
        • Cantrail Inner Extension
        • Coat Hook Clip Bracket
        • CP ECU Support Bracket
        • Divider Bar Reinforcement
        • Dogleg Lower
        • Rear Quarter Inner
        • Rear Quarter Inner Assembly
        • Rear Quarter Outer
        • Roof Rail Outer
        • Sill Inner Extension
        • Wheelhouse Extension (Front)
        • Wheelhouse Extension (Rear)
        • Wheelhouse Outer (Rear)
      • Rear Under Body – 1 Piece Casting
        • Cast Rear Under Body (1–Piece)
        • Floor Crossmember (1–Piece Cast RUB)
        • Motor Cover Retrofit (for 1–Piece Cast Under Body)
        • Motor Cover (Small Area)
        • Rear Panel Side Assembly (for 1–Piece Cast Under Body)
        • Rear Rail (Cast)
        • Rear Rail End Plate (For 1–Piece Cast Under Body)
        • Wing Bracket (Lower)
      • Rear Under Body – 2 Piece Casting
        • Cast Rear Under Body (2–Piece)
        • Cast Rub Bridge Crossmember (Middle)
        • Cast Rub Bridge Crossmember (Rear)
        • Floor Crossmember (2–Piece Cast RUB)
        • Heelboard Crossmember
        • Motor Cover
        • Rear Bento Box
        • Rear Panel Side Assembly (for 2–Piece Cast Under Body)
        • Rear Rail (Not Cast)
        • Rear Rail End Plate (For 2–Piece Cast Under Body)
      • Roof Panels
        • Front Header Extension
        • Front Header Lower
        • Front Header Upper
        • Rear Header Lower
        • Rear Header Upper
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