2022-09-08

Fascia Assembly - Rear (Remove and Install)

Correction code 10013001 0.60 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

Remove

  1. Press brake pedal to turn on drive rails.
  2. Use the touchscreen to set the air suspension ride height to “Very High”.
  3. Use the touchscreen to set the air suspension to "Jack Mode".
  4. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  5. Open the liftgate.
  6. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  7. Remove the LH and RH liftgate stop. See Stop - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the bolt that attaches the upper LH side of the rear fascia assembly to the bracket. Repeat this step for the RH side.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Lift up on the outer section where the upper trough meets the lower trough. Be careful not to remove the double sided tape. This will allow access to the bolt without fully removing the trim.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
  9. Remove clips (x2) and bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear fender garnish and arch liner to the vehicle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  10. Release the clips (x3) and tabs (x7) to partially release the LH rear fender garnish from the rear fascia assembly.
  11. Remove the screw that attaches the LH side of the rear fascia assembly to the LH rear quarter panel.
    1.5 Nm (1.1 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  12. Repeat step 9 through step 11 for the RH side of the vehicle.
  13. Remove the clips (x2) and bolts (x4) that attach the rear diffuser to the rear fascia assembly.
    6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  14. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the rear lower valence to the body.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  15. Reach through the access area on RH side of the rear fascia, release the locking tab, and then disconnect the rear fascia harness electrical connector.
  16. With assistance, release the tabs (x24) that attach the rear fascia assembly to the vehicle, and then remove the assembly from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Place the assembly on a protected surface.

Install

  1. With assistance, position the rear fascia assembly onto the vehicle, and then secure the tabs (x24) that attach the assembly to the vehicle.
  2. Reach through the access area on RH side of the rear fascia, connect the rear fascia harness electrical connector, and then engage the locking tab.
  3. Install the bolts (x4) that attach the rear lower valence to the body.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  4. Install the clips (x2) and bolts (x4) that attach the rear diffuser to the rear fascia assembly.
    6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  5. Install the screw that attaches the LH side of the rear fascia assembly to the LH rear quarter panel.
    1.5 Nm (1.1 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
  6. Secure the clips (x3) and tabs (x7) that attach the LH rear fender garnish to the rear fascia assembly.
  7. Install the clips (x2) and bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear fender garnish and arch liner to the vehicle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  8. Repeat step 5 through step 7 for the RH side of the vehicle.
  9. Install the bolt that attaches the upper LH side of the rear fascia assembly to the bracket. Repeat this step for the RH side.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    Figure 2. LH shown; RH similar
  10. Install the LH and RH sides of rear fascia trough.
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    Note
    Verify the trim is flush to the rear fascia and body.
  11. Install the LH and RH liftgate stop. See Stop - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  13. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  14. Close the hood.
  15. Calibrate the rear doors.
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    Note
    If the "Calibration Needed" message appears on the vehicle touchscreen, touch and hold Calibrate to calibrate the rear doors
  16. Close the liftgate.
  17. Press brake pedal to turn on drive rails.
  18. Use the touchscreen to remove the air suspension from "Jack Mode".
  19. Use the touchscreen to set the air suspension ride height to “Standard”.