10/04/2024 20:23:23

Glass - Body - Rear Quarter - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1020010012 FRT 1.20 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.

  • 2024-04-10: Added steps of removing the rear quarter glass seal.
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Warning
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including cut-resistant gloves and safety glasses when performing this procedure.

Remove

  1. Open the front doors and lower the front windows.
  2. Open the trunk.
  3. Remove the LH B-pillar applique. See Applique - B-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the LH upper brightwork. See Cap - Brightwork - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH side rail trim. See Trim - Side Rail - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the LH side bolster. See Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the LH C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove and discard the rear quarter glass seal.
  9. Clean the exterior area of the LH rear quarter body glass.
  10. Apply masking tape to the rear around the LH rear quarter body glass to protect the body and paint.
  11. Break the locating posts on the interior side of the LH rear quarter body glass using diagonal cutters and a flat head screwdriver to assist with the removal of the glass.
  12. Using a plastic trim tool, pry out the rear edge of the LH quarter brightwork from the LH rear quarter body glass, and then use a retractable blade to cut the urethane that attaches brightwork to the vehicle to remove the trim from the vehicle.
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    Warning
    Always wear cut-resistant gloves when using cutting tools.
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    CAUTION
    Use caution with the clip that attaches the rear quarter brightwork to the LH upper body side brightwork.
  13. Remove any remaining clip parts from the upper portion of the LH quarter brightwork.
  14. Using a retractable blade knife, cut down the rubber seal around the LH rear quarter body glass to allow greater access when removing the glass.
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    Warning
    Always wear cut-resistant gloves when using cutting tools.
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    Note
    This action will avoid causing damage to the body and keep the wire from getting stuck in the seal when cutting the LH rear quarter body glass.
  15. Apply masking tape to the body area near the inner side of the LH rear quarter body glass.
  16. Set up a pair of T-handles with square wire 6 feet long.
  17. Wrap the square wire around the rear edge of the LH rear quarter body glass between the body the seal.
  18. Cut the LH rear quarter body glass from the body, and then remove glass from the vehicle.
    Tip: Use a sawing motion to cut through the urethane.
  19. Clean the remaining urethane from the body using a winged scraper set.
  20. Clean the body around the urethane path with an isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipe. Allow the area to dry for at least 1 minute.

Install

  1. Apply primer to the urethane path and any areas where the paint was damaged during the removal of the LH rear quarter body glass. Allow primer to dry for at least 1 minute before continuing.
  2. Prepare the caulking gun and urethane.
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    Note
    The urethane opening must be 7 mm wide and 12 mm tall.
  3. Apply urethane to the LH rear quarter glass, following the original path.
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    Note
    To avoid future NVH issues, pinch the ends of the urethane together, and make sure there are no gaps in the urethane.
  4. Remove masking tape from the body area near the inner side of the LH rear quarter body glass.
  5. Position the LH rear quarter body glass over the vehicle.
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    Note
    Make sure the locating posts are aligned with the holes on the body, and then install the rear quarter body glass onto the body by applying pressure from the rear locating post, and then work forward.
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    Note
    Start from the rear locating post will help with the fitment of the rear quarter brightwork to the body.
  6. Secure the LH rear quarter body glass with tape while the urethane is curing.
  7. Install the LH C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Install the LH side bolster. See Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the LH side rail trim. See Trim - Side Rail - LH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Install the LH upper brightwork. See Cap - Brightwork - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  11. Install the LH B-pillar applique. See Applique - B-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Close the trunk.
  13. Raise the front windows and close the front doors.
  14. 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.