02/08/2024 09:03:21

Tonneau - Tonneau Slat Assembly - Sealing Slat (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1120XXXXXX FRT 0.78 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.

  • 2024-08-02: Updated sail applique steps for complete replacement.
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Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Put the vehicle in Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  3. Open the tailgate.
  4. Open the tonneau cover.
  5. Remove the LH and RH sail appliques. See:
  6. Remove the LH and RH water management seals. See Tailgate Seals - Tonneau Water Management Seal, LH, Center (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the rear lamp closeout applique. See Truck Bed Exterior Trim - Rear Lamp Closeout Applique - LH (Remove and Install).
  8. 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)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  9. Remove the LH tonneau rail slip datum. Repeat this step for the RH tonneau rail slip datum.
  10. 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.
  11. Release the clips (x2) that attach the RH tail lamp applique.
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    x2 datums
  12. 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.
  13. 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.
  14. 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 rail.
  15. Close the tonneau cover.
  16. Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  17. In Toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "Tonneau."
  18. 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.
  19. Release the tonneau chain from the motors.
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    Use tonneau calibration routine until both tonneau motors have audibly released the last links of the tonneau slat chain.
  20. 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.
  21. Remove the LH End Slat Bolt, Roller, Tonneau Service Kit. Repeat this step for the RH side.
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    x2 slat bolts, x2 sleeves, x4 rollers, x1 Y-React Clip.
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    Carefully pull outwards to release the slat bolts from the slats.
    Figure 1. LH side
    Figure 2. RH side
  22. Remove the end slat from the tonneau.
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    Slide the end slat away to release it from the tonneau system.
  23. Remove the tonneau sealing slat.
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    Slide the tonneau sealing slat away to release it from the tonneau slat.

Install

  1. Install the tonneau sealing slat.
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    Apply silicon lubrication onto the tonneau sealing slat to ease installation.
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    Position the sealing slat onto the tonneau slat, and then slide it into place.
  2. Install the end slat onto the tonneau.
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    Apply silicon lubrication onto the tonneau sealing slat to ease installation.
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    Position the end slat onto the tonneau and slide it into place.
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    Make sure the end slat is properly installed onto the tonneau sealing channel.
  3. Install the RH End Slat Bolt, Roller, Tonneau Service Kit. Repeat this step for the LH side.
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    x2 slat bolts, x2 sleeves, x4 rollers, x1 Y-React Clip
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    Insert the slat bolts into the slats until fully engaged.
    Figure 3. RH side
    Figure 4. LH side
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Re-establish vehicle connection to Toolbox 3.
  7. In Toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "Tonneau."
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  11. Placeholder - Remove the tonneau service jig from the vehicle.
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    Back away from the tailgate. Lower jig. Remove air supply.
  12. 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.
  13. 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.
  14. 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)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
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    Hand start the center black locating bolt first.
  15. Install the LH and RH rear lamp closeout appliques. See Truck Bed Exterior Trim - Rear Lamp Closeout Applique - LH (Remove and Install).
  16. Install the LH and RH water management seals. See Tailgate Seals - Tonneau Water Management Seal, LH, Center (Remove and Install).
  17. Install the LH and RH sail appliques. See:
  18. Close the tailgate.
  19. Close the tonneau cover.
  20. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  21. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.