04/09/2023 18:29:06

Bracket - License Plate - Front (Retrofit)

Correction code 12070106 0.12 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.

  • 2023-09-05: Added retrofit procedure for license plate brackets of Japanese vehicles.
  • 1049517-00-A ERGONOMIC SILICONE SEAM ROLLER
  • 1126494-00-A Drill Bit Set
  • 1126456-00-A Powered Drill

Retrofit (NA)

Figure 1. Animated demonstration
  1. Use IPA wipes to clean the front center surface of the front fascia. Allow to fully dry before continuing.
  2. Remove the backing from the long horizontal tape strip on the new front license plate bracket.
  3. Fold the backing of the vertical tape strips out at a 90 degree angle.
  4. Hold the license plate bracket horizontally and align the locator tab at the bottom lip of the bracket with the center rib of the fascia grille.
  5. Rotate the license plate bracket vertically and press the top edge against the front fascia.
  6. Pull the tape strips out from the sides of license plate bracket.
  7. Press the bracket against the front fascia to wet out the adhesive tape.
    Tip: Use a seam roller to wet out the adhesive tape.
  8. Install the license plate onto the front license plate bracket, and then install the screws that attach the plate to the bracket.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    Warning
    Wear protective eye wear and hearing protection when drilling.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Only drill though the top surface of the front fascia. Drilling too far can result in damage to the vehicle.

Retrofit (Japan)

  1. Use IPA wipes to clean the front center surface of the front fascia. Allow to fully dry before continuing.
  2. Hold the license plate bracket horizontally and align the locator tab at the bottom edge of the bracket with the center rib of the fascia grille.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    The distance between the license plate bracket and the parking sensors on both sides is about 16.5cm.
  3. Mark the four bracket holes on the front license plate with an oily marker, and then use a 7/64 in (3 mm) drill bit to drill 4 holes through the front fascia.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    Warning
    Wear protective eye wear and hearing protection when drilling.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Only drill though the top surface of the front fascia. Drilling too far can result in damage to the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 1126494-00-A Drill Bit Set
    • 1126456-00-A Powered Drill
  4. Install the license plate onto the front license plate bracket, and then install the screws (x4) that attach the bracket to the front fascia.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not over torque the screws to prevent damage to the front fascia.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm 12-point deep socket
    • Electronic Torque Wrench
    • 2 in extension