12/10/2023 09:58:12

Fender Support - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 10101032 0.78 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: Fender Support - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attaches the LH front fender support to the front end carrier
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse
Bolt that attaches the LH front fender support to the front fender assembly
9.8 Nm (7.2 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse
Bolts (x3) that attach the LH front fender support to the vehicle
35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse

Remove

  1. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  2. Remove the front fascia. See Fascia - Front (Remove and Install).
  3. Disconnect the LH headlamp connector.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  4. Remove the front harness clips (x2) around the LH headlamp area.
  5. Disconnect the LH front wheel speed sensor connector.
  6. Disconnect the LH front ride height sensor connector.
  7. Remove the front harness clips (x3) around the LH front wheel liner area.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    American region vehicles have 2 clips.
  8. Remove the clips (x3) that attach the front harness to the LH crush can.
  9. Disconnect the front harness from the LH acceleration sensor.
  10. Disconnect the connectors (x2) from the horn assembly.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    The horn is located on the LH front area of the vehicle.
  11. Disconnect the front harness connector for the LH front carrier harness.
  12. Disconnect the cooling fan module connector.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Disconnect the connector after the coolant hose is capped to avoid the coolant damaging the connector.
  13. Remove the harness from the LH front fender support.
  14. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front fender support to the front end carrier.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  15. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front fender support to the front fender assembly.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  16. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the LH front fender support to the vehicle, and then remove the LH front fender support from the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench

Install

  1. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the LH front fender support to the vehicle.
    35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  2. Install the bolt that attaches the LH front fender support to the front fender assembly.
    9.8 Nm (7.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  3. Install the bolt that attaches the LH front fender support to the front end carrier.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Route the front harness through the LH fender support, and secure the harness to the fender support.
  5. Connect the LH front ride height sensor connector.
  6. Connect the LH front wheel speed sensor connector.
  7. Install the front harness clips (x3) around the LH front wheel liner area.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    American region vehicles have 2 clips.
  8. Install the clips (x3) that attach the front harness to the LH crush can.
  9. Connect the front harness from the LH acceleration sensor.
  10. Connect the connectors (x2) to the horn assembly.
  11. Connect the front harness connector for the LH front carrier harness.
  12. Connect the cooling fan module connector.
  13. Install the front harness clips (x2) around the LH headlamp area.
  14. Connect the LH headlamp connector.
  15. Install the front fascia. See Fascia - Front (Remove and Install).
  16. Connect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).