10/12/2024 15:56:55

Glass - Roof - Fixed (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1020020012 FRT 1.08 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.

  • 2024-12-10: Added new caution about Pre-Installation Glass Inspection service requirements.
  • 2024-03-26: Updated 13 mm to 12.5 mm bead width and 23mm to 20 mm bead height.
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CAUTION
New glass components (windshield, roof, door, and fixed glass) must be inspected before installation to meet Tesla’s internal standards of quality. Perform the inspection described in Pre-Installation Glass Inspection before beginning this procedure.
  • 1571168-00-A WRD Spider 3 Glass Removal Kit
  • 1126465-00-A Battery Powered Drill

Remove

  1. Open all doors and lower all windows.
  2. Apply masking tape to protect the paint on the vehicle.
  3. Measure and record the gaps from the fixed roof glass to windshield, body sides, and backlight glass.
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    Note
    The gap measurements are used for the installation of the fixed roof glass.
  4. Prepare the WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit (1571168-00-A).
  5. Secure the line to the starter tool and push the tool through the urethane at the LH rear corner of the fixed roof glass assembly.
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    CAUTION
    Be careful not to damage the headliner assembly and exterior paint.
  6. Release the line from the starter tool and wrap the line around the exterior of the fixed roof glass assembly.
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    Note
    Make sure enough length is pulled through the glass, and the line sits underneath the glass.
  7. Insert an end of the nylon cord through the eye of that starter tool and pull it into inside of the body.
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    Note
    The starting tool shall be close to the glass corner as far as possible, so as to obtain a relatively large space for the nylon cord to pass through.
  8. Attach the anchor point to the interior of the fixed roof glass assembly, and then secure the line to the anchor.
  9. Secure the interior side of the line to the Spider cutting tool.
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    Note
    Follow the instructions on the Spider tool. Feed the line through the opening of the cutting tool and tie a knot to secure the line in place. If the spindle is not turned the proper direction, the cutting tool will be damaged.
  10. Secure the Spider cutting tool to the interior side of the fixed roof glass assembly.
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    Note the orientation of the cutting line. Make sure the line wraps over the large pulley and holds a 90 degree angle.
  11. Secure the angle driver to the electric drill (1126456-00-A).
  12. Turn the spindle on the cutting tool with the drill to start removing the fixed roof glass assembly, and then remove the Spider cutting tool and the anchor point.
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    CAUTION
    When passing the VIN plate, use the guard to guide the line over the plate to prevent damage.
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    Note
    Move the cutting tool as needed, keeping the line close to a 90 degree angle.
  13. Attach suction cups (x2) to each corner of the fixed roof glass.
  14. With an assistant, remove the fixed roof glass from the vehicle.
  15. Remove the suction cups from the fixed roof glass.
  16. Use a scraper to remove old urethane from the body, and then wipe the body to clean the surfaces with isopropyl alcohol wipes.

Install

  1. Attach suction cups (x2) to each corner of the new fixed roof glass.
  2. Clean the leading edge of the fixed roof glass with isopropyl alcohol wipes. Allow the surface to dry before continuing to the next step.
  3. Clean the urethane path on the vehicle with an isopropyl alcohol wipes. Allow the surface to dry before continuing to the next step.
  4. Apply urethane primer to the vehicle body along the urethane path and in areas that were damaged during removal of the fixed roof glass.
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    Allow the primer to dry for at least 2 minutes.
  5. Remove the masking tape from the vehicle.
  6. Apply urethane to the body following the original path.
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    Make sure that the urethane bead has a triangular cross-section of approximate width 12.5 mm and height 20 mm.
  7. With an assistant, place the new fixed roof glass onto the vehicle.
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    Align the datum at the rear of the glass to the body.
  8. Using the gap measurements that were recorded during removal of the fixed roof glass, press the new fixed roof glass onto the body.
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    Make sure that the glass is tightly attached to the vehicle body.
  9. Verify that the clearances with the windshield, body sides, and backlight glass are within the gap measurements and adjust, if necessary.
  10. Remove the suction cups from the new fixed roof glass.
  11. Apply tape to attach the fixed roof glass temporarily.
  12. Reposition the windshield and backlight glass seals, if necessary.
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    Spray glass cleaner to lubricate the seals, if necessary.
  13. Remove the masking tape after the urethane has cured.
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    CAUTION
    Do not drive the vehicle until the adhesive manufacturer’s recommended minimum drive-away time has passed. Dow Betaseal Express has a drive-away time of 1 hour minimum in temperatures of 0˚F (-18˚C) or warmer. If necessary, leave the tape applying pressure to the glass on the vehicle and advise the customer that they can remove it after 24 hours. Additionally, advise the customer that they should avoid high driving speeds and speed bumps for the next 24 hours.
  14. Raise all windows and close all doors.