Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 10107002 3.54 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
- Open the LH and RH front doors.
- Move the LH and RH front seats fully forward.
- Open the LH and RH rear doors.
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Fold the LH and RH 2nd row seats into
down position if equipped with bench seat.
- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the lower liftgate trim. See Trim - Liftgate - Lower (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the liftgate speaker grille. Grille - Speaker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the liftgate upper trim. See Trim - Upper - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the RH trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the RH mid C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the RH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Release the clips (x7) that partially
attach the RH rear side of the headliner.
- Remove the RH active spoiler catch basin cover. See Catch Basin - Active Spoiler - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Release the clip from the liftgate
assembly, and then disconnect the high mounted brake light electrical connector.
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Remove the LH catch basin cover.
- Remove the FM antenna amplifiers. See Antenna Amplifier - FM (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the antenna ground noise filter. See Noise Filter - Ground - Antenna (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the antenna LV noise filter. See Noise Filter - LV - Antenna (Remove and Replace).
- Close the liftgate.
- Remove the high mounted brake light. See Light - Brake - High Mounted (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the screws (x4) that attach the
spoiler assembly.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
- Remove the backlight glass. See Backlight Glass (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the masking tape from the
liftgate assembly.
- Open the liftgate.
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Release the locking tab, and then
disconnect the liftgate harness electrical connectors (x4).
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Remove the clips (x4) that attach the
liftgate electrical harness to the body.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the
ground strap to the body.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Release the grommet, and then remove
the harness from the vehicle.
- Remove the LH and RH liftgate speakers. See Speaker - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH and RH liftgate tweeters. See Tweeter - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the patch bolts (x8) that
attach the liftgate bracket trim.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T25 bit
NoteDiscard the bolts after removal. -
Release the clips (x2) that attach the
RH and LH liftgate water catch basin assemblies.
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
ground straps to the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Remove the clips (x17) that attach the
liftgate harness to the liftgate assembly, and then remove the harness from the
vehicle.
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Release the locking tabs, and then
disconnect the LH and RH rear fog/reverse light electrical connectors (x2).
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Remove the nuts (x6) that attach the
LH and RH rear fog/reverse light assemblies, and then remove them from the liftgate
assembly.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 8 mm socket
NoteRemove the light trim covers to gain access to the fasteners that attach the light assemblies to the liftgate. -
Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the
liftgate applique bracket.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T20 socket
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Release the clips (x6) that attach the
liftgate taillight and applique bracket assembly to the liftgate.
NoteNote the center of the applique is secured by clips.NoteTake care not to damage the applique or body.NoteThe applique can let rest on the liftgate.
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Put the removed liftgate tail lights,
applique, and bracket assembly in a safe area.
- Remove the rear facing camera. See Camera - Rear Facing (HW3) (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
liftgate handle to the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
NoteSupport the liftgate handle from the inside when released. -
Disconnect the liftgate handle
assembly electrical connector.
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Disconnect the LH and RH liftgate
anti-pinch electrical connectors.
NoteUse a pocket screwdriver to release the tab on the connectors.
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Release the holding tab that attaches
the liftgate latch power release cable to the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate latch. See Latch - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the liftgate cinching actuator. See Actuator - Cinching - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the liftgate high force
cinching actuator with the liftgate latch power release from liftgate, and then
disconnect the electrical connector.
NoteRelease the emergency release cable from the liftgate.
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Remove the remaining clips (x3) that
attach the LH rear liftgate pinch strip to the liftgate.
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Remove the LH pinch strip grommet, and
then remove the pinch strip from the liftgate.
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Remove the remaining push pin clips
(x3) that attach the RH rear liftgate pinch strip to the liftgate.
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Remove the RH pinch strip grommet, and
then remove the pinch strip from the liftgate.
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Disconnect the RH and LH license plate
light electrical connectors (x2).
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Disconnect the electrical connectors
(x2), and then remove the LH and RH license plate lights.
NoteFrom both sides of the liftgate, press the locking tab on each license plate light to release.
- Remove the radio tuner. See Tuner - FM / HD / XM (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the liftgate drain plug.
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Remove the screws (x4) that attach the
LH and RH liftgate wedge dampers to the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
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Remove the LH and RH liftgate lower
bumpers from the liftgate.
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Place a fender cover on the LH side of
the vehicle.
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Mark the fastener location for
installation.
NoteLocation of bolts for hinge can be marked using masking tape, sharpie, or lightly scribing with pocket screwdriver.
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Install a hood prop to support the
liftgate.
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Release the clips (x2) that attach the
LH and RH liftgate struts to the liftgate.
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With an assistant, remove the liftgate
from the vehicle.
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Remove and discard the LH and RH
liftgate strut ball studs from the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
NoteDiscard the strut ball stud after removal. -
With an assistant, remove the bolts
(x4) that attach the liftgate hinges to body, and then remove the hinges from the
vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E18
Install
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With an assistant, install the
liftgate onto the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E18
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Install the LH and RH liftgate strut
ball studs onto the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
NoteInstall new patched ball studs. -
Install the LH and RH liftgate struts
to liftgate and secure them with strut clips (x2).
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Install the screws (x4) that attach
the LH and RH liftgate wedge bumpers onto the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
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Install the LH and RH liftgate lower
bumper stops onto the liftgate.
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Close the liftgate to check for
gap/flush, and that the liftgate closes as expected.
NoteAdjust the hinges if necessary, and then open the liftgate when done.
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Install the license plate frame screw
grommets (x4) onto the liftgate.
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Install the applique bracket screw
grommets (x3) onto the liftgate.
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Install the RH license plate light
onto the liftgate.
NoteMake sure you hear the locking tab snap into place holding the license plate light in place.
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Install the LH license plate light
onto the liftgate.
NoteMake sure you hear the locking tabs (x3) snap into place holding the license plate light in place.
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Install the liftgate drain plug.
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Insert the liftgate harness through
the top liftgate grommet hole, and then secure the harness with clips (x17).
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Install the liftgate harness
grommet.
NoteApply P-80 onto the grommet for easier fit.NoteMake sure the grommet is fully installed.
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Install the RH pinch strip grommet
onto the liftgate.
NoteApply P-80 onto the grommet for easier fit.
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Install the RH rear liftgate pinch
strip assembly onto the liftgate and secure it with push clips (x3).
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Install the LH pinch strip grommet
onto the liftgate.
NoteApply P-80 onto grommet for easier fit.
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Install the LH rear liftgate pinch
strip assembly onto the liftgate and secure it with push clips (x3).
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Install the LH and RH liftgate anti
pinch electrical connectors (x2).
- Install the backlight glass, but do not install the upper and lower trims or the speaker trim at this time. See Backlight Glass (Remove and Replace).
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Connect the RH and LH license plate
light electrical connectors (x2).
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Install the LH and RH liftgate water
catch basin assemblies, and secure them with clips (x2).
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Install new patch bolts (x8) that
attach the liftgate bracket trim to the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T25 bit
NoteInstall new bolts. - Install the LH and RH liftgate tweeters. See Tweeter - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH and RH liftgate speakers. See Speaker - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Install the bolts (x2) that attach the
ground strap to the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Remove the radio tuner. See Tuner - FM / HD / XM (Remove and Replace).
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Connect the liftgate high force
cinching actuator electrical connector.
NoteEngage the locking tabs.
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Connect the liftgate latch power
release electrical connector.
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Install the bolts (x2) that attach the
harness ground straps to the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Install the rear facing camera..
NoteFeed the camera electrical connector and grommet seal through the liftgate.
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Install the grommet to the
liftgate.
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Connect the rear facing camera
electrical connector.
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Clean the mating surfaces of the
liftgate applique bracket with an IPA wipe.
NoteClean away any residue. Use your thumb to help roll off the adhesive. Allow 1 minute for the IPA to dry before continuing.
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Place the liftgate taillight and
applique bracket assembly onto the liftgate body.
NoteDo not fully secure the applique yet. Rest on the liftgate and route rear facing camera onto the applique bracket.
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Install new bolts (x2) that attach the
rear facing camera to the liftgate bracket.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T20 bit
Note(x1) hook.NoteInstall new bolts.NoteSecure the rear facing camera electrical harness. -
Secure the liftgate applique bracket,
and then install bolts (x3).Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T20 bit
NoteApply double sided tape if needed. Peel away the red tape, as needed. -
Install the nuts (x6) that attach the
LH and RH taillight assemblies.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 8 mm socket
Note(x2) taillight trim covers. -
Connect the LH and RH taillight
electrical connectors.
NoteSecure the locking tabs.
- Install the antenna LV noise filter. See Noise Filter - LV - Antenna (Remove and Replace).
- Install the FM antenna amplifiers. See Antenna Amplifier - FM (Remove and Replace).
- Install the antenna ground noise filter. See Noise Filter - Ground - Antenna (Remove and Replace).
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Connect the liftgate handle assembly
electrical connector.
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Install the bolts (x2) that attach the
liftgate handle to the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
NoteSupport the liftgate handle from the interior. -
Install the bolts (x2) that attach the
liftgate latch to the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T30 socket
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Install the liftgate latch power
release cable to the liftgate.
Note(x1) holding tab
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Connect the cable to the liftgate high
force cinching actuator, and then position the actuator into the liftgate.
Note(x2) holding tabs
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Install the bolts (x3) that attach the
liftgate cinching actuator to the liftgate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Close the liftgate to check for
gap/flush and that the latch closes as expected.
NoteAdjust the hinges if necessary, and then open the liftgate when done.
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Connect the electrical harness to the
high mounted brake light assembly.
NoteSecure the clip onto the liftgate.
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Install the RH catch basin
cover.
NotePosition the electrical harness onto the catch basin cover.
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Install the LH catch basin
cover.
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Position the electrical harness into
the vehicle and secure the grommet.
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Install the bolt that attaches the
ground strap to the body.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Install the clips (x5) that attach the
liftgate electrical harness to the body.
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Connect the liftgate harness
electrical connectors.
NoteSecure the locking tabs.
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Install the partially released
headliner corner. Secure the headliner with clips (x7).
- Install the RH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the RH mid C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the RH trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Install the liftgate upper trim. See Trim - Upper - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
- Install the liftgate speaker grille. Grille - Speaker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
- Install the lower liftgate trim. See Trim - Liftgate - Lower (Remove and Replace).
- Close the liftgate.
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Fold 2nd row seats into vertical
position, if equipped.
- Close the LH and RH rear doors.
- Move the driver and front passenger seats back to their original position.
- Close the LH and RH front doors.