2025-09-17

Tonneau Horizontal Rail - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1120122041 1120122042 1120122051 1120122052 FRT 0.24 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. See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-09-17: Added caution and images for proper horizontal rail and lower alignment.
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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 tonneau cover.
  2. Open the tailgate.
  3. Remove the LH sail applique. See Sail Applique - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the LH tonneau horizontal rail. See Water Management Seal - LH - Center - Tonneau (Remove and Install).
  5. Remove the bolts (x9) that attach the LH tonneau horizontal rail assembly to the vehicle, and then slide the rail assembly upward and then rearward to release it from the vehicle.
    9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket

Install

  1. Position the LH tonneau horizontal rail assembly into the vehicle, and then install the bolts (x9) that attach the rail assembly to the vehicle.
    9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
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    CAUTION
    Make sure the horizontal rail is properly aligned with the lower rail before installing the fasteners. Tighten the foremost fasteners first while ensuring the horizontal rail is properly aligned. See images for reference.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    Figure 1. Tighten foremost fasteners first while ensuring alignment
  2. Install the LH tonneau horizontal rail. See Water Management Seal - LH - Center - Tonneau (Remove and Install).
  3. Install the LH sail applique. See Sail Applique - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Close the tailgate.
  5. Close the tonneau cover.