2024-02-07

Brightwork - Upper - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 12200502 0.30 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.

  • 2024-02-07: Added steps for clips securing seal and brightwork to body.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Open the LH falcon wing door.
  3. Release the LH front door seal from the B-pillar.
  4. Pull back the lower seal on the LH B-pillar applique, and then remove the screws (x2) that attach the applique to the vehicle.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T25 socket
  5. Release the retaining clip that attaches the LH B-Pillar applique to the body.
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    Note
    The clip is located about 80mm below camera lens opening.
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    Slide a plastic pry tool behind the applique seal and twist to release the clip.
  6. Pull the LH B-pillar applique downward to release the upper tab, and then pull the applique away from the body.
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    CAUTION
    Use caution as the camera harness is still connected and does not have much slack.
  7. Release the locking tabs, and then disconnect the LH B-Pillar camera electrical connectors (x2).
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    Hold the applique away from body to gain better access to the camera connectors.
  8. Remove the LH B-Pillar applique from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Pull the B-pillar applique seal away from the applique to release it. Start at the top and work around the applique.
  9. Release the LH front door primary seal from the LH front upper brightwork molding.
  10. Separate the LH front upper brightwork molding seal from the brightwork.
  11. Release the clips (x2) that attach the LH front upper brightwork molding seal to the body at the LH front fender, and then remove the molding seal from the vehicle.
  12. Remove the screws (x7) that attach the LH front upper brightwork to the vehicle, and then remove the brightwork from the vehicle.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    There may be 2 clips at the lower front of the brightwork to be released from the body.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T20 socket

Install

  1. Position the LH front upper brightwork onto the vehicle, and then install the screws (x7) that attach the brightwork to the vehicle.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    There may be 2 clips at the lower front of the brightwork to be fastened to the body.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T20 socket
  2. Fasten the clips (x2) that attach the LH front upper brightwork molding seal to the body at the LH front fender.
  3. Install the LH front upper brightwork molding seal into the LH front upper brightwork.
  4. Install the LH front door primary seal onto the upper brightwork molding.
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    Note
    Ensure the primary seal is properly seated onto the interior trim.
  5. Secure the applique seal into the LH B-pillar applique. Use P-80 emulsifier to assist with seal installation.
  6. Connect the LH B-Pillar camera electrical connectors (x2), and then secure the locking tabs.
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    Hold the applique away from body to gain better access to the camera connectors.
  7. Position the LH B-pillar applique onto the vehicle, and then secure the clip that attaches the applique to the vehicle..
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    Note
    Be sure to place the top of applique in position behind the upper seal. Insert the top tab first, and then push up and secure the lower clip.
  8. Pull back the lower seal on the LH B-pillar applique, and then install the screws (x2) that attach the applique to the vehicle.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T25 socket
  9. Secure the retaining tabs (x3) on the lower portion of the LH B-Pillar applique seal.
  10. Inspect the upper LH B-pillar applique seal to make sure it is fully seated and adjust as necessary.
  11. Secure the top triangle portion of the LH B-Pillar applique seal into position against the body.
  12. Close LH falcon wing door.
  13. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.