06/08/2024 14:30:49

Tonneau - Tonneau Slats (Manual Release)

Correction code NA FRT 1.56 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.

  • 2024-08-06: Updated steps to remove and install sail appliques.
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Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  3. Open the tonneau cover.
  4. Open the tailgate.
  5. Open the bed cargo tub lid.
  6. Remove the bed cargo tub struts from the bed cargo tub lid and leave the struts still attached to the tub. See Tonneau - Bed Cargo Tub Strut (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the bed cargo tub lid.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
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    Recommend assistance.
  8. Remove the truck bed floor assembly. See Truck Bed - Bed Floor Assembly (Remove and Install).
  9. Remove the LH and RH rear bed closeouts. See Truck Bed - Rear Bed Closeout - LH (Remove and Install).
  10. Remove the LH and RH upper bed side wall assemblies. See Truck Bed Exterior Trim - Upper Bed Side Wall Assembly - LH (Remove and Install).
  11. Remove the LH and RH bed side walls. See Bed Side Wall - Bed Side Wall - LH (Remove and Install).
  12. Disconnect the LH tonneau motor electrical connector, and then remove the bolts (x2) that attach the motor to the body. Repeat this step for the RH tonneau motor.
    11 Nm (8.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  13. Manually guide the tonneau slats system and chain out of the bed rails to the midway closed position.
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    Recommend assistance.
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    Unwind the tonneau slats system from the bottom to release the tension and raise slats onto the upper bed rails to the midway closed position.
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    CAUTION
    Tonneau system slat are not restricted or held onto motors and can move freely on the bed rails.
  14. Remove the LH and RH sail appliques. See:
  15. Remove the LH and RH water management seal. See Tailgate Seals - Tonneau Water Management Seal, LH, Center (Remove and Install).
  16. Remove the rear lamp closeout applique. See Truck Bed Exterior Trim - Rear Lamp Closeout Applique - LH (Remove and Install).
  17. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the LH tonneau rail slip datum. Repeat this step for the RH tonneau rail slip datum.
    11 Nm (8.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  18. Remove the LH tonneau rail slip datum. Repeat this step for the RH tonneau rail slip datum.
  19. Remove the LH tailgate bump stop. Repeat this step for the RH tailgate bump stop.
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    x1 datum.
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    Rotate, and then release inboard.
  20. Placeholder - Affix tonneau service jig to powertrain table.
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    Tonneau jig currently in development. Apply tape to leading edges that will engage tonneau rails.
  21. Placeholder - Adjust height and pitch of tonneau jig in alignment with the tonneau bed rails.
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    Connect air supply. Raise and adjust angle of tonneau jig on powertrain table to align with tonneau bed rails.
  22. Placeholder - Align and engage the tonneau service jig to the tonneau bed rails.
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    Align the bottom of the tonneau jig with the bed tonneau rails.
  23. Placeholder - Manually guide the remaining tonneau slats and chain out of the bed rails while moving the jig rearwards.
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    Assistance required.
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    LH & RH slats/chain assembly needs to be coordinated with the jig while removing from the bed rails. Refer to video clip.
  24. Placeholder - Manually guide the remaining tonneau slats and chain out of the bed rails while moving the jig rearward.
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    Assistance required.
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    LH and RH slats/chain assemblies need to be coordinated with the jig while removing from bed rails.

Install

  1. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the RH tonneau motor to the body, and then connect the motor electrical connector. Repeat this step for the LH tonneau motor.
    11 Nm (8.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  2. Placeholder - Position the tonneau service jig above the tailgate and at the same angle of the tonneau bed rails.
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    Lay tonneau chain on the tailgate and tape ends to prevent any shifting.
  3. Placeholder - Feed the tonneau into the bed rails.
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    Assistance required.
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    Evenly feed the tonneau chain into bed rails and remove the tape once fully engaged in the bed rails. Continue to evenly feed slats into the bed rails until the chain engages tonneau motors. Monitor Y reaction clips entering the bed rails and ensure the clips do not bind on the rail. Monitor slats during install and ensure all are squared during install. Adjust as necessary. Refer to video clip to illustrate binding Y reaction clips and offset slats during installation.
  4. Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  5. In Toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "Tonneau."
  6. Click Tonneau Cover Calibration, and then click Run. Allow the routine to complete.
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    Click the X at the top right of window to close once completed.
  7. Placeholder - Calibration routine will bring in slats to full open position.
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    Assistance recommended to engage slat chain with motors during calibration. Once the motors have engaged system will pull open until end stops are reached.
  8. Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  9. Placeholder - Remove the tonneau service jig from the vehicle.
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    Back away from the tailgate. Lower jig. Remove air supply.
  10. Install the RH tailgate bump stop. Repeat this step for the LH tailgate bump stop.
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    x1 datum
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    Rotate and secure.
  11. Install the RH tonneau rail slip datum. Repeat this step for the LH tonneau rail slip.
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    Set 2 mm space between the datum and the end of bed rail.
  12. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the RH tonneau rail slip datum. Repeat this step for the LH tonneau rail slip datum.
    11 Nm (8.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
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    Hand start the center black locating bolt first.
  13. Install the RH tail lamp applique. Repeat this step for the LH tail lamp applique.
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    x2 clips, x2 datums
  14. Install the LH and RH water management seal. See Tailgate Seals - Tonneau Water Management Seal, LH, Center (Remove and Install).
  15. Install the LH and RH sail appliques. See:
  16. Install the LH and RH bed side walls. See Bed Side Wall - Bed Side Wall - LH (Remove and Install).
  17. Install the LH and RH rear bed closeouts. See Truck Bed - Rear Bed Closeout - LH (Remove and Install).
  18. Install the LH and RH upper bed side wall assemblies. See Truck Bed Exterior Trim - Upper Bed Side Wall Assembly - LH (Remove and Install).
  19. Install the truck bed floor assembly. See Truck Bed - Bed Floor Assembly (Remove and Install).
  20. Install the bolts (x4) that attach the bed cargo tub lid.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
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    Recommend assistance.
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    Position the bed cargo tub lid onto the vehicle. Install the bolts that attach the bed cargo tub lid onto the hinges.
  21. Install the bed cargo tub struts. See Tonneau - Bed Cargo Tub Strut (Remove and Install).
  22. Close the tonneau cover.
  23. Close the tailgate.