Taillight - RH (Global) (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 17402212 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.
- 2023-11-30: Reorganized the procedure.
Remove
- Remove the parcel shelf. See Parcel Shelf - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the trunk sill panel. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the RH trunk load floor bracket. See Bracket - Trunk Load Floor - RH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the trunk floor front trim. See Trim - Front - Floor - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the rear wall trim. See Trim - Rear Trunk - Rear Wall (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the RH trunk side trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - RH (Remove and Replace).
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Disconnect the RH taillight electrical
connector.
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Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the
RH taillight to the body.
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
- 8 mm 12-point deep socket
- 4 in extension
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Release the datum (x2) to remove the
RH taillight from the body.
NoteNote one datums clips into the fixed door assembly
Install
- Hand-tighten the nuts that attach the taillight to the body.
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Use the body gap and flush tool to
verify the fitment of the taillight to the body.
NoteBody Gap and Flush Tool - 1588903-00-ANoteRefer to the latest specifications in the Complete Vehicle Inspection Standards.
- If adjustment is necessary, remove the taillight from the vehicle.
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Position the adjustable datum in the
center of the taillight to correct the taillight gap fitment and adjust the top threaded
studs if additional clearance is needed.
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Secure the datums (x2) to attach the
RH taillight to the body.
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Install the nuts (x2) that attach the
taillight to the body.
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
- 8 mm 12-point deep socket
- 4 in extension
- Ratchet/torque wrench
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Connect the RH taillight electrical
connector.
- Install the RH trunk side trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - RH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the rear wall trim. See Trim - Rear Trunk - Rear Wall (Remove and Replace).
- Install the trunk floor front trim. See Trim - Front - Floor - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Install the RH trunk load floor bracket. See Bracket - Trunk Load Floor - RH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the trunk sill panel. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Install the trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Install the parcel shelf. See Parcel Shelf - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace).