15/08/2023 12:17:08

Light - Brake - High Mounted (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17402502 0.84 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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CAUTION
For Europe only: Only technicians who have been trained in working with diisocyanates and have completed all required certification courses are permitted to perform procedures using urethane and other products containing diisocyanates. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when working with products containing diisocyanates.

Remove

  1. Open the liftgate.
  2. Remove the lower liftgate trim. See Trim - Liftgate - Lower (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the liftgate speaker grille. See Grille - Speaker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the liftgate upper trim. See Trim - Upper - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the RH active spoiler catch basin cover. See Cover - Catch Basin - Active Spoiler - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Release the clip that attaches the high mounted brake light harness connector to the liftgate assembly, and then disconnect the harness connector.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Clip pry tool
  7. Close the liftgate.
  8. Carefully tape around the edges of the upper active spoiler applique and the liftgate to prevent any paint damage when cutting away from the lower spoiler assembly.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Masking tape
  9. Carefully insert the equalizer blade between the passive spoiler upper wing and spoiler lower wing to cut through the urethane, and then remove the passive spoiler upper wing from the spoiler lower wing.
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    Note
    Use a wedge to help separate the passive spoiler upper wing and allow additional clearance for the equalizer blade to access and prevent contact to the body.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Combi wedge
    • Equalizer 360 - 1080598-00-A
    • Equalizer blade - 1083427-00-A
    • Equalizer blade handle - 1080594-00-A
  10. Use IPA wipes to clean and remove any excess urethane from the spoiler lower wing assembly surface area.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • IPA wipes
    • Winged scraper set - 1080601-00-A
  11. Carefully release the high mounted brake light harness from the lower spoiler wing assembly.
  12. Remove and discard the screws (x6) and patch screws (x2) that attach the high mounted brake light to the lower spoiler wing assembly, and then remove the light from the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 4 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Plastic trim tool
    • Torx T10 bit
  13. Place the passive spoiler upper wing onto a soft surface, and then carefully use IPA wipes to clean and remove any excess urethane from the surface area underneath the passive spoiler upper wing.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • IPA wipes
    • Winged scraper set - 1080601-00-A

Install

  1. Position the high mounted brake light on the vehicle, and then install the new screws (x6) and patch screws (x2) that attach the light to the lower spoiler wing assembly.
    1.5 Nm (1.1 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 4 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Torque wrench with angle measurement
    • Torx T10 bit
  2. Ensure the high mounted brake light harness is routed properly on the lower spoiler wing assembly.
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    Note
    Use tape to secure the harness on the lower spoiler wing assembly.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Harness tape
  3. Apply Betaseal primer on the spoiler lower wing assembly.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Betaseal primer
  4. Apply Betaseal express on the surface of the spoiler lower wing assembly.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Caulk and adhesive gun
  5. Install the passive spoiler upper wing on the spoiler lower wing assembly.
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    Note
    Apply equal pressure, use tape if needed to hold down passive spoiler upper wing, and check gaps and fitment from side to side and front to back.
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    Note
    Allow 1 hour for urethane to dry. Remove masking tape after drying time has passed.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Masking tape
  6. Open the liftgate.
  7. Install the clip that attaches the high mounted brake light harness connector to the liftgate assembly, and then connect the harness connector.
  8. Install the RH active spoiler catch basin cover. See Cover - Catch Basin - Active Spoiler - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the liftgate upper trim. See Trim - Upper - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  10. Install the liftgate speaker grille. See Grille - Speaker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  11. Install the lower liftgate trim. See Trim - Liftgate - Lower (Remove and Replace).
  12. Close the liftgate.