01/08/2024 10:01:38

Power Trunk (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 10107102 0.90 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.

  • 2024-08-01: Added trunk harness ground strap discarded fasteners part number 1508949-00-A.
  1. Remove the rear license plate and license plate bracket.
  2. Open the trunk.
  3. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect)
  4. Remove power trunk trim. See Trim - Lid - Power Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH and RH rear fog/reverse lights. See Light - Fog / Reverse - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the trunk exterior release switch. See Switch - Exterior Release - Trunk (Remove and Replce).
  7. Remove the LH and RH license plate lights. See Light - License Plate (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the trunk latch. See Latch - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  9. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the trunk electrical harness ground straps to the trunk lid.
  10. Release the clips that attach the trunk electrical harness to the trunk lid.
  11. Release the electrical harness boot, and then move the trunk electrical harness through the trunk lid bulkhead and out of the trunk lid.
  12. Release the clips that attach the LH and RH bump stops to the trunk lid, and then remove the stops from the trunk lid.
  13. Unscrew the LH and RH over-slam bumpers from the trunk lid.
  14. With assistance, remove the bolts that attach the trunk lid to the trunk hinges, and then remove the trunk from the hinges.
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    CAUTION
    Remove the bolts furthest from the body first, lift up on the trunk lid, and while doing so, remove the bolts closest to the body.
    Figure 1. LH
    Figure 2. RH

Install

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CAUTION
If using this procedure to install an unpainted part, make sure to apply seam sealer to all seams prior to installing and painting the part. Refer to the Collision Repair manual for more information.
  1. With assistance, install the trunk to the trunk hinges, and then install the bolts that attach the trunk lid to the trunk hinges.
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    CAUTION
    Install the bolts closest to the body first, and then install the bolts furthest from the body.
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    Note
    Hand tighten, but do not torque the bolts at this time.
    Figure 3. LH
    Figure 4. RH
  2. Screw the LH and RH over-slam bumpers into the trunk lid.
  3. Install the LH and RH bump stops into the trunk lid, and then fasten the clips that attach the stops to the lid.
  4. Move the electrical harness in through the trunk lid bulkhead, and attach the harness boot to the trunk lid.
  5. Fasten the clips that attach the trunk electrical harness to the trunk lid.
  6. Install new bolts (x2) to attach the trunk electrical harness ground straps to the trunk lid.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    1508949-00-A - SCREW HF M6x22 [STL] SNZN PTC T2000.
  7. Install the trunk latch to the trunk lid, and then install the bolts that attach the latch to the trunk lid.
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    Note
    Hand tighten, but do not torque the bolts at this time.
  8. Connect the electrical connector to the trunk latch.
  9. Install the LH and RH license plate lights. See Light - License Plate (Remove and Replace).
  10. Install the trunk exterior release switch. See Switch - Exterior Release - Trunk (Remove and Replce).
  11. Install the LH and RH rear fog/reverse lights. See Light - Fog / Reverse - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Carefully close the trunk and check the trunk to body gap and fitment.
    Location Gap Flush
    Trunk lid lower edge to rear lower fascia 4.5 mm +2.5/-2.0 mm 3.0 mm +4.5/-3.5 mm
    Trunk lid side edge to rear side fascia N/A 3.0 mm +1.5/-3.0 mm
    Fog/reverse light to tailight 3.5 mm +3.0/-2.5 mm 1.0 mm +1.7/-2.5 mm
  13. Open the trunk, loosen the hinge bolts, adjust the trunk lid position, and tighten the bolts.
  14. Repeat step 12 and step 13 until the gap and flush is minimal and uniform.
  15. Torque the hinge bolts to specification.
    24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
  16. Torque the trunk latch bolts to specification.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
  17. Install the power trunk lid trim. See Trim - Lid - Power Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  18. Use IPA wipes to thoroughly clean these locations on the trunk lid:
    • Hinge bolts, washers and surrounding area
    • Area between the trunk lid lower lip and trunk latch
    • Trunk lid badge area above license plate location
  19. Vigorously shake the vehicle color touch-up paint applicator for several minutes.
  20. Apply a coat of touch-up paint to the discolored areas of the hinge bolts and washers, and allow at least 20 minutes to dry.
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    Note
    Perform the remainder of this procedure while the touch-up paint dries.
  21. Affix a new emissions sticker to the trunk lid, in the gap between the trunk lid lower lip and the trunk latch.
  22. Install the rear Tesla badge. See Tesla Badge - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  23. Install the rear license plate.
    1.5 Nm (1.1 lbs-ft)