21/03/2024 12:20:59

Panel - Door Trim - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1513020012 FRT 0.18 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.

  • 2024-01-09: Added the ambient light-related routine.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Panel - Door Trim - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screws (x2) that attach the LH rear door panel to the LH rear door
6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • Torx T30 socket
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Open the LH rear door, and fully lower the window.
  2. Remove the screws (x2) that attach the LH rear door trim panel to the door.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Torx T30 socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  3. Remove the LH rear door puddle light. See Puddle Lamp - Rear Door (Remove and Replace).
  4. Pull out on the trim panel from the puddle light opening to release the clips that attach the trim panel to the door.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not remove the trim panel from the door at this time.
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    Warning
    The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
  5. Continue to pull and release all of the clips around the edge of the trim panel, working from the bottom up.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not remove the trim panel from the door at this time.
  6. Disconnect the electrical wiring harness from the door connector.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not remove the trim panel from the door at this time.
  7. Raise the trim panel up to unhook it from the door, and then remove the panel from the door.
  8. Check the LH rear door for any remaining push clip retainers, and if present, remove them from the door.

Install

  1. Install the LH rear door puddle light to the door trim panel. See Puddle Lamp - Rear Door (Remove and Replace).
  2. Bring the trim panel to the door, and rest it on the door edge.
  3. Connect the electrical harness to the LH rear door connector.
  4. Lift the trim panel, compress the LH rear door inner belt seal slightly, and hook the three trim panel tabs into the top edge of the door.
  5. Fasten the clips that attach the trim panel to the door.
  6. Make sure that the trim panel fits tightly, and that there are no gaps from misaligned or bent clips.
  7. Install the screws (x2) that attach the LH rear door trim panel to the LH rear door.
    6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Make sure that all fasteners are properly torqued and not cross-threaded.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Torx T30 socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  8. Raise the LH rear window and close the door.
  9. Open the LH front door.
  10. Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  11. On the laptop, click the Actions tab and search for "RGB". Select via Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
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    Note
    For the RH rear door trim, run the via Toolbox: (link) routine.
  12. Disconnect the laptop.
  13. Close the LH front door.