Truck Bed Exterior Trim - Sail Applique Assembly - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction code
1220126012
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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com.
NOTE: See Personal Protection to make
sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.
- 2024-06-25: Revised installation steps for push nut.
- 2024-06-25: Added note to discard the applique after removal.
Remove
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
- Open the tailgate.
- Open the tonneau cover.
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Release the clips (x9) and double
sided tape strips (x6) that attach the LH sail applique to the vehicle, disconnect the
tonneau cover switch electrical connector, and then remove the sail applique from the
vehicle.
NoteLift the rear edge first to access the connector and harness clip, disconnect the connector and release the harness clip, and then release the remaining clips.NoteDiscard the sail applique after removal.
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Thoroughly clean the bed side area of
any remaining residue.
NoteRemove any remaining double sided tape.NoteUse a cordless drill with an eraser wheel attachment to clean residue that is difficult to remove.NoteUse IPA wipes to remove any remaining adhesive.
Install
- Position the new LH sail applique onto the vehicle, and then connect the tonneau switch electrical connector and secure the harness clip.
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Starting from the rear of the vehicle, engage the rear most clips (x8) while leaving
the foremost clip released.
NoteDo not remove the backing on the adhesive yet.
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Position a push nut (1025670-00-A or
1975264-00-A) underneath the bracket and datum located at the front of the sail
applique, and then press the push nut upward while pressing the datum downward to fully
install the push nut onto the datum.
CAUTIONMake sure the push nut is fully installed onto the datum.
- Engage the clip that attaches the front of the sail applique to the vehicle.
- Remove the backing from the adhesive, and from the rear of the vehicle, use a seam roller to press the sail applique into the vehicle.
- Close the tailgate.
- Close the tonneau cover.
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.