17/10/2023 18:48:13

Rear Energy Absorber - Assembly Rear Bumper Beam - Extrusion (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1001050012 FRT 0.54 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.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Rear Energy Absorber - Assembly Rear Bumper Beam - Extrusion (Remove and Replace) and Trailer Hitch - Rear Energy Absorber (Retrofit) (Retrofit)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nuts (x6) that attach the rear bumper beam or trailer hitch to the vehicle.
60 Nm (44.2 lbs-ft)
  • 6 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 15 mm deep socket
  • Torque wrench with angle measurement (for installation only)
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the rear fascia. See Bumper and Fascia - Rear Bumper Fascia - Rear Fascia (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the rear center bracket. See Rear Bumper Fascia - Rear Fascia Center Bracket (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH nuts (x3) that attach the rear bumper beam to the vehicle, then repeat this step on the RH side.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 6 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 15 mm deep socket
    • Torque wrench with angle measurement (for installation only)
    Figure 1. LH shown, RH similar
  4. With an assistant, remove the rear bumper beam.

Install

  1. Install the LH nuts (x3) that attach the rear bumper beam to the vehicle, then repeat this step on the RH side..
    60 Nm (44.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 6 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 15 mm deep socket
    • Torque wrench with angle measurement (for installation only)
    Figure 2. LH shown, RH similar
  2. Install the rear center bracket. See Rear Bumper Fascia - Rear Fascia Center Bracket (Remove and Replace).
  3. Install the rear fascia. See Bumper and Fascia - Rear Bumper Fascia - Rear Fascia (Remove and Install).