Trim - Lower - Fascia - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 10012912 1.02 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 rear fascia assembly. See Fascia Assembly - Rear (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH and RH rear reflex lamps. See Lamp - Reflex - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the top LH and RH bolts that
attach the rear diffuser to the rear fascia assembly.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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Position the rear fascia assembly
upside down on workbench.
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Remove the screws (x2) and release the
tabs (x10) that attach the tow hitch cover to the rear fascia assembly, and then remove
the cover from the assembly.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Large flathead screwdriver
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Remove the bottom bolts (x6) that
attach the rear diffuser to the rear fascia assembly.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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Position the rear fascia assembly
upright on the workbench.
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Release the tabs (x8) that attach the
rear diffuser to the rear fascia assembly, and then remove the diffuser from the
assembly.
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
rear lower fascia to the rear fascia assembly.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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Release the tabs (x23) that attach the
rear lower fascia to the rear fascia assembly, and then remove the lower fascia from the
assembly.
NoteInsert a pick behind the lower fascia tab, and the rotate to pry the fascia assembly tab upward.
Install
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Place rear fascia assembly upside down
on flat and protected surface
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Position the rear lower fascia onto
the rear fascia assembly, and then secure the tabs (x23) that attach the lower fascia to
the assembly.
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Place the rear fascia assembly upright
on the workbench.
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Install the bolts that attach the rear
lower fascia to the rear fascia assembly.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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Position the rear diffuser onto rear
fascia assembly, and then secure the tabs (x8) that attach the diffuser to the
fascia.
-
Install the top LH and RH bolts that
attach the rear diffuser to the rear fascia assembly.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
-
Place the rear fascia assembly upside
down on workbench.
-
Install the bottom bolts (x6) that
attach the rear diffuser to the rear fascia assembly.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
-
Position the tow hitch cover onto the
rear fascia assembly, and then secure the tabs (x10) that attach the cover to the
fascia.
-
Install the bolts that attach the tow
hitch cover to the rear fascia.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Large flathead screwdriver
-
Place the rear fascia assembly upright
on workbench.
- Install the LH and RH rear reflex lamps. See Lamp - Reflex - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the rear fascia assembly. See Fascia Assembly - Rear (Remove and Install).