2024-04-29

Door - Front - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 10106001 0.42 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

Remove

  1. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  3. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  4. Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the middle A-Pillar trim panel. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Disconnect the LH front door electrical connectors from the LH body controller module.
  8. Release the electrical harness clip from the LH body controller module.
  9. Release the grommet, and then push the LH door electrical harness through the A-pillar bulkhead.
  10. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front door check strap to the A-pillar.
    24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
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    CAUTION
    Unbolting the door check allows the door to swing freely beyond opening limits.
  11. Use tape to mark the mounting locations of the door hinges on the LH front door.
  12. Loosen the hinge bolts, and then remove the lower bolts for each hinge.
    24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
  13. Partially unthread the upper bolt for each hinge, and with assistance, lift the LH front door away from the vehicle.

Install

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For instructions on how to align the front door, refer to Front Door Alignment.

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

Partially thread the upper bolt for each hinge in the door so that the door can set on the hinges to install the lower bolt.