Truck Bed - Tailgate Inner Cover (Remove and Install)
Correction code 1215125031 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.
Remove
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
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Remove the lower tailgate inner cover
fasteners (x2).NoteTailgate must be closed for access.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
- Open the tailgate.
- Press the forward arrow on the LH bed rail to open tonneau cover.
- Place a support stand under the tailgate to support the tailgate.
- Remove the tailgate top applique. See Truck Bed Exterior Trim - Tailgate Top Applique (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the bolt that attaches the LH
tailgate strap to the tailgate, and then release the strap from the tailgate. Repeat
this step for the RH tailgate strap.NoteBolt is captive.NoteThe strap can remain attached to the body.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T45 socket
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Remove the remaining tailgate inner
cover screws (x4) and bolts (x4).Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
- 8 mm socket
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Release the harness clip on the RH
side of the tailgate, pivot the tailgate inner cover forward to disconnect the puddle
lamp electrical connector, and then remove the tailgate inner cover from the
tailgate.
NoteRelease harness clip before lifting.
Install
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Position the tailgate inner cover 90
degrees to the tailgate, connect the puddle lamp connector, and then pivot the inner
cover into position to install the harness clip on the RH side.
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Install the tailgate inner cover
screws (x4) and bolts (x4).Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
- 8 mm socket
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Position the LH tailgate strap to the
tailgate, and then install bolt that attaches the strap to the tailgate. Repeat this
step for the RH tailgate strap.NoteBolt is captive.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T45 socket
- Install the tailgate top applique. See Truck Bed Exterior Trim - Tailgate Top Applique (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the support stand from underneath the tailgate.
- Close the tailgate.
- Close the tonneau cover.
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Install the lower tailgate inner cover
fasteners (x2).NoteTailgate must be closed for access.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.