17/06/2022 13:09:39

Carrier - Rocker Panel - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 12202402 0.42 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

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Open the LH falcon wing door.
  3. Release the clips (x3) and tabs (x2) that attach the rear portion of the LH front fender garnish to the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Release the garnish starting from the rear.
  4. Remove the screw and push clip that attach the front of the LH rocker panel to the vehicle.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T25 socket
  5. Remove the LH rear rocker panel fairing. See Fairing - Rocker Panel - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Release the bolt covers (x4) on the LH rocker panel.
  7. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the LH rocker panel to the body.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10mm socket
  8. Release the clips (x14) that attach the LH rocker panel to the body, and then remove the panel from the body.
  9. Remove the push clip and bolts (x10) that attach the LH rocker panel carrier to the vehicle, and then remove the carrier from the vehicle.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Discard patch bolts after removal.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8mm socket

Install

  1. Position the LH rocker panel carrier onto the vehicle, and then install the push clip and new bolts (x10) that attach the carrier to the vehicle.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8mm socket
  2. Position the LH rocker panel onto the body, and then secure the clips (x14) that attach the panel to the body.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Verify the rocker is seated correctly around the lift pads.
  3. Install the bolts (x4) that attach the LH rocker panel to the body.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10mm socket
  4. Secure the bolt covers (x4) on the LH rocker panel.
  5. Install the LH rear rocker panel fairing. See Fairing - Rocker Panel - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install the screw and push clip that attach the front of the LH rocker panel to the vehicle.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T25 socket
  7. Secure the clips (x3) and tabs (x2) that attach the rear portion of the LH front fender garnish to the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Fully engage clips.
  8. Close the LH falcon wing door.
  9. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.