08/09/2022 16:38:43

Strut - Rear Door - Primary - LH - Forward (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 11331002 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

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This procedure is a DRAFT, although it has been validated. Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near high voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Remove

  1. Remove the LH rear door trim lower garnish. See Garnish - Lower - Door Trim - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the LH front upper rear door trim bracket. See Bracket - Rear Door Trim - Upper - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the strut C-clip cover.
  4. Support the LH rear door.
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    Place protection between the stand and the door.
  5. Release the strut C-clip from the door side.
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    Release the C-clip while pulling strut away from the ball joint.
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    Do not fully remove the C-clip.
  6. Disconnect the strut electrical connector.
  7. Release the clips (x2) that attach the strut electrical harness to the door.
  8. Release the C-clip that attaches the strut on the body side, and then remove the strut from the vehicle.
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    Release C-clip while pulling strut away from the ball joint.
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    Do not fully remove C-clip.

Install

  1. Install the strut onto the body side, and then secure it with C-clip.
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    Align strut to the ball joint and engage.
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    Perform push-pull test to confirm strut is fully installed.
  2. Secure the clips (x2) that attach the strut electrical harness to the door.
  3. Connect the strut electrical connector.
  4. Install the strut onto the door side, and secure it with C-clip.
  5. Remove the support stand.
  6. Install the LH front upper rear door trim bracket. See Bracket - Rear Door Trim - Upper - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Install the LH rear door trim lower garnish. See Garnish - Lower - Door Trim - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Calibrate the rear doors.
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    If the "Calibration Needed" message appears on the vehicle touchscreen, touch and hold Calibrate to calibrate the rear doors.