Power Strut - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Correction code
11334202
0.48
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
- Open all the doors and lower all the windows.
- Remove the rear trunk parcel shelf. See Parcel Shelf - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Move the front passenger seat forward.
- Remove the RH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Fold the RH 2nd row seat back to the
down position.
NoteIf the seat cushion is not present, protect the seat as required.
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Release the clip and tab that attach
the RH side bolster trim to the vehicle, and then remove the bolster trim from the
vehicle.
NoteStart by releasing the upper portion.
- Release the clips (x4) that attach the RH lower C-pillar trim to the mid C-pillar trim.
- Release the clips (x3) that attach the RH mid C-pillar trim to the C-pillar, and then remove the trim from the vehicle.
- Release the clips (x7) that attach the RH upper C-pillar trim to the C-pillar, and then move the trim aside.
- Push open the RH coat hook.
- Release the tabs (x2) that attach the RH coat hook screw cover to the assembly.
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Remove the RH coat hook screw.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- T25 socket
- Repeat step 3 through step 12 for the LH side of the vehicle.
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
rear of the headliner to the vehicle.3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)NoteThe bolts are located on LH and RH side of the headliner.TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10mm socket
- Release the clips (x5) that attach the rear portion of the headliner to the vehicle, and then release the rear of the headliner.
- Release the clip that secures the power liftgate harness to the body.
- Disconnect the power liftgate connector.
- Release the liftgate power strut grommet, and then feed the harness out.
- Safely prop up and support the liftgate.
- Release the clip that secures the liftgate power strut to the upper ball stud, and then release the strut from the ball stud.
- Release the clip that secures the liftgate power strut to the lower ball stud, release the strut from the ball stud, and then remove the strut from the vehicle.
Install
- Position the liftgate power strut into the vehicle, secure the strut to the lower ball stud, and then install the clip that secures the strut to the ball stud.
- Install the liftgate power strut to the upper ball stud, and then install the clip that secures the strut to the ball stud.
- Remove the prop from the liftgate.
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Secure the liftgate power strut
grommet, and then feed the harness through the body.
NoteVerify the grommet is fully seated.NoteNote the direction of the arrow.
- Connect the power liftgate connector.
- Fasten the clip that secures the power liftgate harness to the body.
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Secure the clips (x5) that attach the
rear portion of the headliner to the vehicle.
NoteVerify the clips are properly seated prior to installation.NoteReplace any damaged or missing clips.
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Install the bolts (x2) that attach the
rear of the headliner to the vehicle.3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)NoteThe bolts are located on LH and RH side of the headliner.TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10mm socket
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Install the RH coat hook screw.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- T25 socket
- Close the RH coat hook screw cover.
- Push the RH coat hook closed.
- Position the RH upper C-pillar trim to the C-pillar, and then fasten the clips (x7) that attach the trim to the vehicle.
- Install the RH mid C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Fold the RH 2nd row seat back to the
vertical position.
NoteRemove seat cushion protection.
- Install the RH side bolster trim. See Bolster - Outer - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the RH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Move the front passenger seat to the original position.
- Repeat step COAT HOOK through step MOVE FRONT SEAT for the RH side of the vehicle.
- Install the rear trunk parcel shelf. See Parcel Shelf - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Raise all the windows and close all the doors.