2025-10-11
Rear Rail (Small Section)
Repair Information
- Review all collision repair general practices and safety documentation and wear the appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) before beginning this procedure.
- Properly mount the vehicle on a frame bench when performing this procedure.
Parts List
| Quantity | Description | Image / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MY RUB RAIL SMAL SERVICE ASSEMBLY (Rear Rail – Small Section) | |
| 1 | BUTYL FOIL PATCH 300X150x2MM (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 |
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
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Remove the Rear Panel Side Assembly (for 1-Piece Cast Under Body).
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Remove the Wing Bracket (Lower).
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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.NoteAvoid damaging the jigs so that they can be reused.
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Remove the original component.
Cut LineNoteCut as close as possible to the rear edge of the marked cut line on the original component, then trim the original component as necessary to fit. Keep any gaps as small as possible.
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Prepare for installation.
Test fit the new component.NoteGaps are not allowed in the areas highlighted in red (the corners of the Upper Frame Rail).NoteGaps up to 4 mm are allowed in the areas highlighted in yellow.NoteGaps are allowed in the area highlighted in green.
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Prepare for installation.
- Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
- Install the new component or components.
- Apply seam sealer to the joint between the new component and the Cast Rear Under Body.
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Install the Wing Bracket (Lower).
NoteA red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.or Structural Bulb Rivets, 6.5 mm
- A = 26 mm
- B = 31 mm
NoteRelocate the indicated fastener to the specified location for the Wing Bracket (Lower) procedure to avoid clash with the ejector pin. -
Install the Rear Panel Side Assembly (for 1-Piece Cast Under Body).
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Install the Butyl Foil patch as indicated.
- Perform any necessary post-repair operations.