2026-08-09

Stud Plate - Hinge - Upper - Door - Front - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code NEW NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated 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. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

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.
Warning
Cybertruck electronics are powered by a 48V "mid voltage" or "MV" architecture that is designed to improve efficiency. Servicing MV components requires extra knowledge and care in order to avoid personal and/or vehicular harm. Read and understand MV precautions in Electrical Precautions and make sure any required MV-related training courses have been completed, as applicable.
  • 2026-03-31: Released new procedure.
  1. Remove the LH front door window regulator assembly. See Window Regulator - Front Door - LH (Remove and Install).
  2. Apply masking tape around the LH upper front door hinge
  3. Use a floor jack to support the LH front door.Raise the jack until it contacts the door.
    Note
    Place a folded microfiber towel or rubber pad between jack pad to protect the door.
  4. Remove LH upper door hinge plate assemblyRemove the nuts (x2) that attach the LH upper front door hinge to the door , and then remove the door hinge stud plate from the door.
    Note
    2x nuts, 10mm, 10Nm, 1x nut, 15mm, 38Nm
  5. Install LH front upper door hinge plate and remove tape
    Note
    2x nuts, 10mm, 10Nm, 1x nut, 15mm, 38Nm
  6. Install LH front door closeout panel
    Note
    12x bolts, 8mm, 4 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 12 Nm
  7. Secure LH front door harness onto close out panel
    Note
    4x clips, 5x connectors
  8. Install LH front door glass
    Note
    2x bolts, 10mm, 12 Nm, Hand tight, Torque at a later step, Watch for slippage of glass off mount
  9. Reconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  10. Check and adjust gap and flushness
    CAUTION
    Glass is sitting higher than normal and will break if you close the door without adjusting glass height
    Note
    Connect external window switch to help with adjustment,
  11. Torque fasteners for window regulator
    Note
    2x bolts, 10mm, 13Nm
  12. Install LH front door grommets
    Note
    4x grommets
  13. Replace LH front door trim clips
    Note
    12x clips, Remove and discard clips
  14. Install LH front door trim
    Note
    14x clips, 1x connector, 1x manual release cable, Replace any missing or damaged clips
  15. Install bolts securing LH front door trim
    Note
    3x bolts, 8mm, 7 Nm
  16. Replace LH front lower beltline assembly clips
    Note
    6x clips, Remove and discard clips
  17. Install LH front beltline assembly
    Note
    18x clips, 2x connectors, Replace any missing or damaged clips
  18. Close LH front door
  19. Calibrate window
    Note
    Press and hold down selected window for 15 seconds, Roll up window and hold for 15 seconds, Test window by hard pressing to see if auto roll function works
  20. Check LH front door gap and flushness