Ambient Lighting Brightwork Assembly - Front - LH (China) (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 1513001702 FRT 0.84 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.
- 2024-08-28: Added a note to remind not to polish the tab near the ambient light.
- 1453179-00-A TOOL, KIT, CORDLESS LITHIUM-ION ROTARY, M12
- 1082494-00-A Blow Gun
- 1082486-20-A Assembly wedge set Parts E-M
- 1082484-02-A Pick Miniature Soft Grip 45 degree tip 6in
- 2082332-00-A Ultrasonic welding machine
- 1064740-00-A SCRAPER, RAZOR BLADE
Remove
- Remove the LH front door panel trim. See Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
- Place the LH front door panel on the workbench.
- Disconnect the LH front door ambient light LED module connector.
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With assistance, grind off
the heat staked tabs for the LH front door panel.
CAUTIONDo not polish the tab near the ambient light.CAUTIONBe careful not to damage the door panel.NoteFor round heat staked tabs, polish in the middle to facilitate removal. For square heat staked tabs, completely polish for removal.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 1453179-00-A: TOOL, KIT, CORDLESS LITHIUM-ION ROTARY, M12
- 1064740-00-A: SCRAPER, RAZOR BLADE
- With assistance, remove the upper trim from the LH front door panel.
- With assistance, remove the ambient light brightwork from the LH front door panel.
- Use the blow gun to clean the LH front door lower trim.
Install
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With assistance, install the
ambient light brightwork to the LH front door panel.
NoteMake sure the labels are in place.
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With assistance, install the
upper trim to the LH front door panel.
NoteThe upper trim needs to be replaced with the updated part.NoteMake sure the labels are in place.
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Check the clearance between
the trim and the ambient light.
NoteEnsure that the upper trim and the ambient light do not interfere with each other, and the door trim and the ambient light do not interfere with each other. Adjust if necessary.
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With assistance, weld the
heat staked tabs for the LH front door panel.
NoteThe solder joint tools are available in 2 types: round and square. Use the correct solder joint tools for welding.NoteEnsure there is no large gap between the ambient light and door trim plate, and then push down slowly to make sure the weld spot is flat.
- Connect the LH front door ambient light LED module connector.
- Install the LH front door panel trim. See Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
- Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
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On the laptop, click the Actions tab, type "RGB"
into the search field, click TEST-SELF_VCLEFT_RGBDOORFLvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to
complete.
NoteFor the RH front door trim, run the TEST-SELF_VCRIGHT_RGBDOORFRvia Toolbox: (link) routine.
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On the laptop, click the Actions tab,
type "RGB" into the search field, click TEST-SELF_VCLEFT_RGBvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
NoteFor the RH front door trim, run the TEST-SELF_VCRIGHT_RGBvia Toolbox: (link) routine.
- Disconnect the laptop.
- Close the door and verify the operation of the manual door release lever, that the door latch releases smoothly and easily.
- Raise the LH front window and close the door.