Door Assembly - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 10106202 1.44 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.
Remove
- Remove the LH rear door trim panel. See Panel - Door Trim - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the bolts that attach the LH
rear door grab handle to the door assembly, and then remove the grab handle from the
door.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 8 mm socket
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Remove the butyl patches that cover
the LH rear door regulator isolator clamps.
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Remove plugs (x2) that cover the
openings in LH rear door to access the LH rear door regulator mounting
guides.
- Connect the window switch special tool to the LH rear door harness.
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Pull the white tab to release the
connector lock, and then disconnect the LH rear door handle controller electrical
connector.
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Disconnect the LH rear door pressure
sensor electrical connector.
NoteDO 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.
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Remove the bolts (x6) that attach the
LH rear door closeout panel to the door assembly.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 8 mm socket
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
- 2 in extension
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Release the clips (x3) that attach the
wiring harness to the LH rear door closeout panel, and then remove the closeout panel
from the vehicle.
NoteRelease the clips from the back of panel to prevent damage.
- Remove the LH rear door speaker. See Speaker - Rear Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Use the window switch special tool to raise the LH rear door glass partially for access to the foremost regulator isolator clamp.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the rear
LH door glass to the foremost regulator isolator clamp.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
- 2 in extension
- Raise the LH rear window partially for access to the rearmost regulator isolator clamp.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the rear
LH door glass to the rearmost regulator isolator clamp.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
- 2 in extension
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Release the LH C-pillar margin seal
from the LH rear door assembly, and then remove the seal from the
assembly.
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Release the LH rear door margin seal
from the LH rear door assembly, and then remove the seal from the
assembly.
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Release the clips (x11) that attach
the LH rear door seal to the door assembly, and then remove the seal from the
assembly.
- Remove the LH B-pillar margin rear door seal. See Seal - Door - Rear - Margin - B Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH rear door inner belt seal. See Seal - Inner Belt - Rear Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Remove rear LH door glass from the
door assembly.
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Remove the lower LH rear regulator
mounting nuts (x2).
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Remove the plug and butyl patch that
cover the LH rear door regulator upper mounting nuts.
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Remove the LH rear door regulator
upper mounting nuts (x2).Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Remove the screws (x3) that attach the
LH rear window regulator motor to the door.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
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Release the LH rear window regulator
from the lower mounts.
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Collapse and partially maneuver the LH
rear window regulator through the door opening enough to access the motor harness
electrical connector.
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Disconnect the LH rear window
regulator motor electrical connector.
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Remove the LH rear window regulator
from the door.
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Release the locking tab, and then
disconnect the LH rear door handle electrical connector.
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Remove the rubber grommets, and then
push the wiring harness and grommet assembly into the LH rear door.
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Release the clips (x8) that attach the
wiring harness to the LH rear door.
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Remove the wiring harness from the LH
rear door.
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Apply tape to the LH rear door
exterior handle, and then carefully cut around the door handle to protect the handle and
door.
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Remove the nuts (x4) that attach the
LH rear door exterior handle to the door assembly, and then remove the handle from the
door.NoteAccess the bottom left nut by reaching into the door opening.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
LH rear door striker to the LH rear door, and then remove the striker from the
door.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T40 socket
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With an assistant supporting the door,
remove the hinge bolts (x4) that attach the LH rear door to the vehicle, and then remove
the door from the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
Install
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With an assistant, position the LH rear door onto the vehicle, and then install the
hinge bolts (x4) that attach the door to the vehicle.NoteAdjust alignment as necessary before tightening the bolts.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
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Position the LH rear door striker to the LH rear door, and then install the bolts
(x2) that attach the striker to the door.NoteAdjust alignment as necessary before tightening the bolts.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T40 socket
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Position the LH rear door exterior handle into the door, and then install the nuts
(x4) that attach the door handle to the door.NoteUse a door handle alignment tool to ensure the door handle is properly adjusted.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Partially install the LH rear window
regulator into the door opening with enough clearance to access the motor harness
electrical connector.
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Secure the LH rear window regulator
into the lower mounts.
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Install the LH rear door harness into
the LH rear door.
NoteSlide regulator motor electrical connector between the regulator and door.
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Install the clips (x8) that attach the wiring harness to the LH rear
door.
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Install the rubber grommets into the LH rear door.
NoteSlide the connector and harness into the B-pillar. Press firmly to ensure proper sealing.
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Connect the LH rear door handle
electrical connector, and then engage the connector lock.
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Connect the LH rear window regulator
motor electrical connector.
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Install the screws (x3) that attach
the LH rear window regulator motor to the door.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
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Install the LH rear door regulator
upper mounting nuts (x2).Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Install the plug and butyl patch that
cover the LH rear door regulator upper mounting nuts.
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Install and hand-tighten the lower
nuts (x2) that attach the LH rear window regulator to the door assembly.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Position the rear LH door glass into
the LH rear door.
- Install the LH rear door inner belt seal. See Seal - Inner Belt - Rear Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH B-pillar margin rear door seal. See Seal - Door - Rear - Margin - B Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Position the LH rear door seal onto the door assembly, and then fasten the clips
(x11) that attach the to the door assembly.
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Install the LH C-pillar margin seal
onto the LH rear door assembly.
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Install the LH rear door margin seal
onto the LH rear door assembly.
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Install and hand tighten the bolt that
attaches the LH rear door glass to the rearmost regulator isolator clamp.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Lower the LH rear door glass partially for access to foremost regulator isolator clamp.
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Install and hand tighten the bolt that
attaches the LH rear door glass to the foremost regulator isolator clamp.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Install the LH rear door speaker. See Speaker - Rear Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Position the LH rear door closeout
panel onto the door, and then install the bolts (x6) that attach the closeout panel to
the door..Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 8 mm socket
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
- 2 in extension
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Install the clips (x3) that attach the
wiring harness onto the LH rear door closeout panel.
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Connect the LH rear door pressure
sensor electrical connector, and then engage the connector lock.
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Connect the LH rear door handle
controller electrical connector, and then engage the connector lock.
- Raise the LH rear window fully.
- Close the LH rear door.
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Check gap and flushness on the LH rear
door.
NoteMeasure 4x area to ensure all points are within specification. Refer to CVIS for current specifications.
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Check the gap between the LH rear
window and LH B-pillar applique.
NoteMeasure the spots (x3) labeled in example image. Refer to CVIS for current specifications.
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Adjust the LH rear door to
specification as necessary.
NoteLoosen the hinge and striker bolts to make adjustments. Torque the bolts after alignment.NoteWindow and door adjustment may need to be done simultaneously in order to ensure proper closure.
- Lower the LH rear window partially to access the rearmost regulator isolator clamp.
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Loosen the rearmost bolt that attaches
the LH rear door glass to the regulator isolator clamp enough to maintain glass position
but still allow for adjustment.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Lower the LH rear window partially to access the rearmost regulator isolator clamp.
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Loosen the foremost bolt that attaches
the LH rear door glass to the regulator isolator clamp enough to maintain glass position
but still allow for adjustment.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Adjust the LH rear door glass to
achieve gap target, and then hand tighten foremost bolt.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Raise the LH rear window partially to access the rearmost regulator isolator clamp.
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Adjust the LH rear door glass to
achieve gap target, and then hand tighten rearmost bolt.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Raise the LH rear window fully and close the LH rear door.
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Check the gap between the LH rear window and LH B-pillar applique.
NoteMeasure the spots (x3) labeled in example image. Refer to CVIS for current specifications.
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Check gap and flushness on the LH rear door.
NoteMeasure 4x area to ensure all points are within specification. Refer to CVIS for current specifications.
- Open the LH rear door.
- Lower the LH rear window partially to access the rearmost regulator isolator clamp.
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Torque bolt that attaches the LH rear
door glass to the regulator rearmost isolator clamp.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Lower the LH rear door glass partially for access to foremost regulator isolator clamp.
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Torque the bolt that attaches the LH
rear door glass to the foremost regulator isolator clamp.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Raise the window fully.
- Close the LH rear door.
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Check the flushness between the LH
rear door glass and LH B-pillar applique.
NoteMeasure the spots (x3) labeled in example image. Refer to CVIS for current specifications.
- Open the LH rear door.
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Loosen the lower LH rear regulator
mounting nuts (x2) enough to maintain position but still allow adjustment.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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With assistance, adjust the LH rear
door glass to achieve flushness target, and then hand tighten the lower LH rear
regulator mounting nuts (x2).
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Close the LH rear door.
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Check the flushness between the LH
rear door glass and LH B-pillar applique.
NoteMeasure the spots (x3) labeled in example image. Refer to CVIS for current specifications.
- Open the LH rear door.
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Torque the lower LH rear regulator
mounting nuts (x2).Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Lower the LH rear window fully.
- Disconnect the window switch special tool.
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Install plugs (x2) that cover the
openings in LH rear door.
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Install the butyl patches that cover
the openings in the LH rear door.
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Position the LH rear door grab handle
onto the door assembly, and then install the bolts that attach the grab handle to the
door.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 8 mm socket
- Install the LH rear door trim panel. See Panel - Door Trim - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle.
- In Toolbox, click the Actions/Autodiag tab, and then search for "window".
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Click
TEST-SELF_VCLEFT_REAR-L_CALIBRATE-WINDOWSearch for routine in ToolboxRear Left Window Calibration, and then click
Run and allow the routine to complete.
NoteClick ‘X’ at top right of the window to close once complete.
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Press LH rear window switch down to
second position to activate the auto-lower function, then raise window switch up to
second position to activate auto-raise function.
NoteIf window does not lower completely, repeat previous calibration steps.
- Disconnect Toolbox 3 from the vehicle.