22/09/2022 12:05:56

Taillight - RH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17402202 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.

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Note
This procedure is for the Original version of this part. An updated/region-specific Global Refresh version of this part is available for newer vehicles and that procedure is here: Taillight - RH (Global) (Remove and Replace).

Remove

  1. Open the liftgate and remove the parcel shelf and trunk load floor.
  2. Release the 6 clips that attach the trunk sill panel to the vehicle.
  3. Release the clips that attach the RH trunk bracket to the vehicle.
  4. Remove the rear trunk floor.
  5. Release the 4 clips that attach the rear wall trim to the vehicle.
  6. Release the clip that attaches the RH side bolster trim to the vehicle.
  7. Release the clips (x4) that attach the RH lower C-pillar trim to the RH mid C-pillar trim.
  8. Release the clips (x3) that attach the RH mid C-pillar trim to the vehicle.
  9. Release the clips (x7) that attach the RH upper C-pillar trim and move the trim aside.
  10. Release the clips (x3) that attach the RH trunk side trim to the vehicle.
  11. Disconnect the electrical harness from the RH taillight.
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    CAUTION
    DO 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.
  12. Remove the nuts (x4) that attach the RH taillight to the vehicle.
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    Note
    4x nuts, 8mm, 4 Nm
  13. Remove the RH taillight from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Make note of any shims or spacers to retain fitment on install.
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    CAUTION
    Use caution not to damage painted surfaces.
  14. Remove the screws (x3) that attach the fixed door to the RH taillight.
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    Note
    3x screws, T20, 2.5 Nm

Install

  1. Position the datums on the fixed door, and then install the screws (x3) that attach the fixed door to the RH taillight.
  2. Position the RH taillight to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Install the stud to slotted hole for the fixed door, and then align the remaining 3 taillight studs.
  3. Install the nuts (x4) that attach the RH taillight to the vehicle.
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    Note
    4x nuts, 8mm, 4 Nm
  4. Connect the RH taillight electrical harness.
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    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab into the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  5. Install the clips (x4) that attach the RH trunk side trim to the vehicle.
  6. Install the clips (x7) that attach the RH upper C-pillar trim to the vehicle.
  7. Install the clips (x3) that attach the RH mid C-pillar trim to the vehicle.
  8. Install the clips (x4) that attach the RH lower C-pillar trim to the RH mid C-pillar trim.
  9. Install the clip that attaches the RH side bolster trim to the vehicle.
  10. Install the clips (x4) that attach the rear wall trim to the vehicle.
  11. Install the rear trunk floor.
  12. Install the clips (x3) that attach the RH trunk bracket to the vehicle.
  13. Install the clips (x6) that attach the trunk sill panel to the vehicle.
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    Note
    6x clips, 4x guides
  14. Install the trunk load floor and the rear parcel shelf, and then close the liftgate.