26/01/2024 00:06:35

Trunk Hinges And Fittings - Power Trunk Hinge LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1133070052 FRT 0.24 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.

  • 2024-01-29: Fixed broken links.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Trunk Hinges And Fittings - Power Trunk Hinge LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nuts (x2) that attach the power trunk hinge to the vehicle
24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • Cordless hex driver
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse
Bolts that attach the power trunk hinge to the trunk lid
24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • Cordless hex driver
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the trunk power strut. See Trunk Hinges And Fittings - Power Strut LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Apply masking tape on the trunk lid and body of the vehicle to mark the position of the currently installed power trunk hinge.
  3. With assistance, remove the bolts (x2) that attach the trunk power hinge to the trunk lid.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Cordless hex driver
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the power trunk hinge to the body, and then remove the hinge from the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Cordless hex driver
    • Ratchet/torque wrench

Install

  1. Position the new power trunk hinge on the vehicle, and then install the nuts (x2) that attach the power trunk hinge to the vehicle.
    24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Align the hinge with the masking tape on the body.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Cordless hex driver
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  2. With assistance, hand-tighten the bolts (x2) that attach the trunk power hinge to the trunk lid.
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    Note
    Align the hinge with the masking tape on the trunk lid.
  3. Remove the masking tape from the vehicle.
  4. Install the trunk power strut and trunk garnish. See Trunk Hinges And Fittings - Power Strut LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Close the trunk, and then check trunk gap and flush.
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    Note
    If necessary, adjust the hinge bolts and trunk latch to modify the trunk lid gap/flush. Assistance is recommended.
  6. When trunk lid gap/flush is finalized, open the trunk and torque the bolts that attach the power trunk hinge to the trunk lid.
    24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Cordless hex driver
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  7. If necessary, apply touch-up paint to the trunk hinge bolt heads.
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    Note
    Shake the paint container before applying paint.