28/08/2024 18:32:50

Ambient Lighting Brightwork Assembly - Rear - LH (China) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1513011702 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.

  • 2024-08-28: 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

  1. Remove the LH rear door panel trim. See Panel - Door Trim - Rear - LH (Remove and Install).
  2. Place the LH rear door panel on the workbench.
  3. Disconnect the LH rear door ambient light LED module connector.
  4. With assistance, grind off the plastic weld spots for the LH rear door panel.
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    CAUTION
    Do not polish the tab near the ambient light.
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    CAUTION
    Be careful not to damage the door panel.
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    Note
    For 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
    Figure 1. DO NOT POLISH - The Tab Near the Ambient Light
  5. With assistance, remove the upper trim from the LH rear door panel.
  6. With assistance, remove the ambient light brightwork from the LH rear door panel.
  7. Use the blow gun to clean the LH rear door lower trim.

Install

  1. With assistance, install the ambient light brightwork to the LH rear door panel.
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    Note
    Make sure the labels are in place.
  2. With assistance, install the upper trim to the LH rear door panel.
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    Note
    Make sure the labels are in place.
  3. Check the clearance between the trim and the ambient light.
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    Note
    Ensure 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.
  4. With assistance. weld the heat staked tabs for the LH rear door panel.
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    Note
    The solder joint tools are available in 2 types: round and square. Use the correct solder joint tools for welding.
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    Note
    Ensure 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.
  5. Connect the LH rear door ambient light LED module connector.
  6. Install the LH rear door panel trim. See Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
  7. Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  8. On the laptop, click the Actions tab, type "RGB" into the search field, click TEST-SELF_VCLEFT_RGBDOORRLvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
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    Note
    For the RH rear door trim, run the TEST-SELF_VCRIGHT_RGBDOORRRvia Toolbox: (link) routine.
  9. 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.
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    Note
    For the RH rear door trim, run the TEST-SELF_VCRIGHT_RGBvia Toolbox: (link) routine.
  10. Disconnect the laptop.
  11. Close the LH front door.