2025-01-29

Top Applique - Tailgate (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1220126032 FRT 0.06 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.

  • 2025-01-29: Adding note to check for part number for post 11/4 vehicles and vehicles that have had sail applique retrofit performed. Update steps to reuse tailgate applique.
  • 2024-08-16: Updated procedure to replace only; applique cannot be reused. Updated steps to include hooks and guide datums.
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Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Open the tailgate.
  3. Release the clips (x10), guide datums (x2), and hooks (x5) that attach the tailgate top applique to the tailgate, and then remove the top applique from the tailgate.
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    Note
    Tailgate applique can be reused.

Install

  1. Position the tailgate top applique to the tailgate, and then secure the hooks (5), guide datums (x2), and clips (x10) that attach the top applique to the tailgate.
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    Note
    Align the hooks, and then swing the applique rearwards.
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    Note
    Wrap a mallet with a microfiber towel, and then tap the applique to ensure hooks are fully engaged.
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    Note
    Vehicles built after 11/4/24 and vehicles that have had the sail applique retrofit performed are equipped with tailgate appliques with PN: 2037459-00-A. Vehicles built before 11/4/24 and have not had the sail applique retrofit performed are equipped with tailgate appliques with PN: 1812376-00-C. If the tailgate applique is being replaced, check the applique part number and make sure to replace it with one with the correct part number.
  2. Close the tailgate.
  3. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.