2025-11-17

Mud Flap - Rear - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 12207401 12207402 12207601 12207602 FRT 0.12 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-11-17: Added step to install U-nuts on earlier vehicles.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Turn the steering wheel fully to the right to provide access to the working area.
  3. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the LH rear mud flap to the LH rear wheel arch liner.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Early models may use clips instead of bolts.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Clip pry tool (if the mud flap is secured with clips)
    Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
  4. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear mud flap to the LH rear diffuser, and then remove the mud flap from the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    Figure 2. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 3. LH shown; RH similar

Install

  1. If the mud flap was secured with clips instead of bolts, install U-nuts (x3) onto the LH rear.
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    Note
    Move the wheel arch liner as needed. Position the wheel arch liner before continuing.
  2. Position the LH rear mud flap on the vehicle, and then install the bolt that attaches the mud flap to the LH rear diffuser.
    2.2 Nm (1.6 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Torque wrench with angle measurement
    Figure 4. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 5. LH shown; RH similar
  3. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the LH rear mud flap to the LH rear wheel arch liner.
    2.2 Nm (1.6 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Torque wrench with angle measurement
    Figure 6. LH shown; RH similar
  4. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.