08/10/2023 23:24:56

Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install)

Correction code 10013001 0.60 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.

  • 2023-04-18: Added steps to remove/install fascia to rear quarter panel U-nuts.
  • 2023-07-06: Added videos in step 6 of Remove part and step 5 of Install part.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attaches the corner of the rear fascia to the body
4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm hex
Reuse
Bolt that attaches the fascia to the rear quarter panel
2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T25 socket
  • 2 in extension
Reuse
Bolts that attach the rear portion of the mid aero shield
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm hex
  • 2 in extension
Reuse
Bolts that attach the rear diffuser to the body
4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm hex
  • 2 in extension
Reuse

Remove

  1. Move the vehicle to a 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Remove the LH taillight. See Taillight - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH side of the rear fascia to the outer LH rear quarter panel.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm hex
  4. Release the clips (x3) and remove the push nut that attach the rear portion of the LH rear wheel arch liner to the body.
  5. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH side of the rear fascia to the inner LH rear quarter panel.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
    • 2 in extension
  6. Without pulling back the rear fascia, reach behind the fascia to remove the U-nut that attaches the LH rear fascia to the LH rear quarter panel.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not pull back on the rear fascia while the u-nut is still installed, as this can scratch the rear quarter panel.
  7. Repeat step 2 through step 6 on the RH side of the vehicle.
  8. Remove the bolts (x5) that attach the rear portion of the mid aero shield panel to the rear subframe.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm hex
    • 2 in extension
  9. Remove the bolts (x5) that attach the rear diffuser to the body.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm hex
    • 2 in extension
  10. Repeat the previous step on the RH side of the vehicle.
  11. Disconnect the rear fascia electrical harness.
  12. With the help of an assistant, remove the rear fascia from the vehicle.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Carefully remove the rear fascia from the body to help prevent damage to the rear quarter panels.

Install

  1. With the help of an assistant, install the rear fascia onto the vehicle.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Carefully install the rear fascia to the body to help prevent damage the rear quarter panels.
  2. Connect the rear fascia electrical harness.
  3. Install the bolts (x5) that attach the rear diffuser to the body.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm hex
    • 2 in extension
  4. Install the bolts (x5) that attach the rear portion of the mid aero shield panel to the rear subframe.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm hex
    • 2 in extension
  5. Install the u-nut that attaches the rear fascia to the LH rear quarter panel, and then install the bolt that attaches the LH side of the rear fascia to the inner LH rear quarter panel.
    2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
    • 2 in extension
  6. Fasten the clips (x3) and install the push nut that attach the rear portion of the LH rear wheel arch liner to the body.
  7. Install the bolt that attaches the LH side of the rear fascia to the outer LH rear quarter panel.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm hex
  8. Install the LH taillight. See Taillight - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Repeat step 5 through step 8 on the RH side of the vehicle.
  10. Remove the vehicle from the 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.