Side Sill Insert

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	SUB-ASY - SIDE SILL INSERT LH - SP or SUB-ASY - SIDE SILL INSERT RH - SP (Side Sill Insert)
1	Bolt BOLT&WSHR[FL],M8-1.25x32	Tesla part number 1119448-00-A.
1	Bolt , T2000,M8x1.25-30	Tesla part number 1637725-00-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 necessary portion of the .
Remove the foam dams.

Note
Do not discard the foam dams, they will be reinstalled in a later step.
Remove the original component.

or Bolts
Prepare for installation.

or Bolts
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 as follows:
- Hex-head M8x1.25 bolt part number 1119448-00-A: 35 Nm.
- Hex-head M8x1.25 bolt part number 1637725-00-A: 48 Nm.
Install the foam dams.
Install the portion of the that was removed earlier.
Perform any necessary post-repair operations.