2025-08-21

Rear Rail (Small Section)

Correction code: Pending NOTE: Unless explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code includes all Collision Repair work required to perform this procedure, including the linked Collision Repair procedures. Do not stack Collision Repair correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. Add any associated mechanical procedures needed to perform this procedure.

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
1 MY RUB RAIL SMAL SERVICE ASSEMBLY (Rear Frame Rail - Small Section)
1 BUTYL FOIL PATCH - M3 300 X 150 X 2.0 (Butyl foil patch)

Tesla part number 1004969-00-A.
1 MODEL Y RUB SMALL CUTLINE JIG - LEFT HAND

Tesla part number 2173884-00.
1 MODEL Y RUB SMALL CUTLINE JIG - RIGHT HAND

Tesla part number 2173885-00.
10 High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm

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Repair Procedure

  1. Remove the Rear Panel Side Assembly.
  2. Remove the Wing Bracket (Lower).
  3. Mark the cut line on the original component.
    Attach the Cut Line Jig as shown, then mark the cut line toward the rear of the vehicle.
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    Note
    Avoid damaging the jigs so that they can be reused.
  4. Remove the original component.
    • Cut Line
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    Note
    Cut on the marked cut line.
  5. Test fit the new component.
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    Note
    A gap is not allowed in the upper rail corners.
  6. Test fit the new component.
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    Note
    A gap of less than 4 mm is allowed at the bottom of the frame rail.
  7. Test fit the new component.
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    Note
    A gap of less than 4 mm is allowed along the inboard joint between the new component and the original frame rail.
  8. Prepare for installation.
  9. Prepare for installation.
  10. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  11. Install the new component or components.
  12. Apply seam sealer to the joint between the new component and the Cast Rear Under Body.
  13. Install the Wing Bracket (Lower).
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    Note
    Relocate the indicated fastener to the specified location for the Wing Bracket (Lower) procedure to avoid clash with the ejector pin.
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    Note
    A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.
  14. Install the Rear Panel Side Assembly.
  15. Install the Butyl Foil patch as indicated.
  16. Install the Butyl Foil patch as indicated.
  17. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.