2023-11-02

Fascia - Rear - Upper (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 10012802 0.72 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: Fascia - Rear - Upper (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts that attach the rear diffuser to the inner rear fascia
3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • 6 in extension
Reuse
Bolts that attach the lower rear fascia to the upper rear fascia
3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the rear fascia. See Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the rear parking distance sensors. See Sensor - Parking Distance - Inner - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  3. Release the tabs that attach the LH and RH rear reflectors to the rear fascia, and then remove the reflectors from the fascia.
  4. Remove the bolts that attach the rear diffuser to the inner rear fascia.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 6 in extension
    Figure 1. Inside
    Figure 2. Outside
  5. Starting from either side, release the clips (x10) that attach the diffuser to the rear fascia, and then remove the diffuser from the rear fascia.
  6. Remove the bolts that attach the lower rear fascia to the upper rear fascia.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  7. Starting from either side, release the clips that attach the upper rear fascia to the lower rear fascia, and then separate the upper rear fascia from the lower rear fascia.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.