Rear Door Hinge - Secondary - Front - LH (Remove and Replace
Correction code 11338502 1.26 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 doors and lower the LH windows.
- Remove the LH upper rear door glass assembly. See Door Glass Assembly - Rear - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Support the LH falcon wing door.
CAUTIONPlace protection between the stand and door.
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Disconnect the LH falcon wing door front and rear strut electrical connectors (x4).
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Remove the C-clip covers (x2) from the LH falcon wing door front and rear primary struts.
NoteThe clips are located on the bottom portion of each strut.
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Release the LH falcon wing door front and rear primary struts from the door assembly.
NoteRelease the C-clip while pulling the strut away from the ball joint.NoteDo not fully remove the C-clip from the strut.
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Release the clips (x4) that attach the LH falcon wing door primary strut harnesses to the door assembly.
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Release the LH falcon wing door front and rear primary struts from the body, and then remove the struts from the door assembly.
NoteRelease the C-clip while pulling the strut away from the ball joint.NoteDo not fully remove the C-clip from the strut.
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Release the clips (x4) that attach the LH falcon wing door secondary strut harnesses to the door assembly.
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Release the LH falcon wing door front and rear secondary struts from the door assembly.
NoteRelease the C-clip while pulling the strut away from the ball joint.NoteDo not fully remove the C-clip from the strut.
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Release the LH falcon wing door front and rear secondary struts from the body.
NoteRelease the C-clip while pulling the strut away from the ball joint.NoteDo not fully remove the C-clip from the strut.
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With assistance, remove the support stand, and then close the LH falcon door.
WarningThe LH falcon door will retract after the stand is removed.
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Mark the position of the lower falcon door to the upper falcon door assembly.
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front secondary rear door hinge to the lower door assembly.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
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Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the LH front secondary rear door hinge to the upper door assembly, and then remove the hinge from the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E18
Install
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Position the LH front secondary rear door hinge into the vehicle, and then install the bolts (x3) that attach the hinge to the upper door.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E18
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With assistance, install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front secondary rear door hinge to the lower door assembly.NoteRecommend assistant to hold the lower falcon door.NoteMake sure the lower falcon door hinges align with the marked position before tightening the bolts.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
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With assistance, open and support the LH falcon wing door.
NoteAdjust the door position as required.NotePlace protection between the stand and door.
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Install the LH falcon wing door front and rear secondary struts to the body.
NoteAlign the strut to the ball joint and secure the C-clip.NotePerform a push-pull test to confirm the strut is fully installed.
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Install the LH falcon wing door front and rear secondary struts to the door assembly.
NoteAlign the strut to the ball joint and secure the C-clip.NotePerform a push-pull test to confirm the strut is fully installed.
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Secure the clips (x4) that attach the LH falcon wing door secondary strut harnesses to the door assembly.
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Install the LH falcon wing door front and rear primary struts to the body.
NoteAlign the strut to the ball joint and secure the C-clip.NotePerform a push-pull test to confirm the strut is fully installed.
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Secure the clips (x4) that attach the LH falcon wing door primary strut harnesses to the door assembly.
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Secure the LH falcon wing door front and rear primary struts from the door assembly.
NoteAlign the strut to the ball joint and secure the C-clip.NotePerform a push-pull test to confirm the strut is fully installed.
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Install the C-clip covers (x2) onto the LH falcon wing door front and rear primary struts.
NoteThe clips are located on the bottom portion of the strut.
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Connect the LH falcon wing door front and rear strut electrical connectors (x4).
- Remove the support stand.
- Install the LH upper rear door glass assembly. See Door Glass Assembly - Rear - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Calibrate the rear doors.
NoteIf the "Calibration Needed" message appears on the vehicle touchscreen, touch and hold Calibrate to calibrate the rear doors.
- Raise LH windows and close the LH front door.