2025-08-06

Body Side Outer

Correction code: 10100118802 10100118902 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 ASY BODY SIDE OUTER (Body Side Outer)
17 High Strength Structural Rivet, 6.5 mm
1 Countersunk Rivet, 4.8 mm Short
2 Countersunk Rivet, 4.8 mm Long
1 Flow Form Rivet S08
5 Flow Form Rivet S18
1 Flow Form Rivet S28
1 Flow Form Rivet S48
1 Flow Form Rivet S58
4 Bolt , HF,M12x35,STL[109],ZNFL,PC Tesla part number 1089657-00.

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

  1. Remove the original component.

    or Factory Spot Welds

    or Factory SPRs

    or Drill through factory spot welds
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    Note
    When drilling out spot welds, use a drill bit that creates a hole correctly sized for the fastener that will replace the spot weld.

    or Bolts

  2. Prepare for installation.
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    Note
    A red X indicates a location where a factory-installed fastener is not being replaced.

    or High Strength Structural Rivets, 6.5 mm

    or Countersunk Rivets, 4.8 mm Short

    or Countersunk Rivets, 4.8 mm Long

    or Flow Form Rivets, S08

    or Flow Form Rivets, S18

    or Flow Form Rivets, S28

    or Flow Form Rivets, S48

    or Flow Form Rivets, S58

    or Bolts

    or Installation Spot Welds

  3. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  4. Install the new component or components.

    Torque the bolts to 90 Nm.

  5. Perform resistance spot welding.
    or Installation Spot Welds
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    Warning
    Failure to follow all welding safety precautions, including the use of personal protective equipment, could result in serious injury or property damage. Only technicians who have completed Tesla’s approved welding training are authorized to weld structural components on Tesla vehicles.
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    CAUTION
    Do not weld on a Tesla vehicle before performing the Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure (refer to the vehicle-specific Service Manual for more information on the Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure). Welding on a Tesla vehicle with an energized high or low voltage system might damage vehicle components.
  6. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.