03/07/2024 16:06:21

Torque Box

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	MY ASY, TORQUE BOX FRONT W STUDS, SVC E-COATED (Torque Box)
50	High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
4	Structural Bulb Rivet, 6.5 mm
1	Bolt	Tesla part number 1011818-00-A.
1	Nut	Tesla part number 1006628-01-A.

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
Prepare for installation.
or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm

Note
Rivets circled in red are installed from inside the vehicle.

or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm

or Bolts, hex-head
- A = 37 mm
- B = 8 mm
Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
Install the new component or components.

Torque the bolt to 22 Nm.

Note
For rivets installed through the Torque Box Assembly and into the cabin of the vehicle, make sure the rivets do not rub against the under-carpet insulation pad. If necessary, trim the insulation pad slightly to provide clearance.
After painting is complete, use a butyl patch to cover the rivets shown.

or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm

Note
Use several small butyl patches if necessary.
Perform any necessary post-repair operations.