2022-06-17

Bracket - Trim - Liftgate - Center (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 15110052 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 liftgate.
  3. Remove the lower liftgate trim. See Trim - Liftgate - Lower (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the liftgate speaker grille. See Grille - Speaker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the upper liftgate trim. See Trim - Upper - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the LH and RH liftgate speakers. See Speaker - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the LH and RH liftgate tweeters. See Tweeter - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove and discard the bolts (x8) that attach the center liftgate trim bracket to the liftgate, and then remove the bracket from the liftgate.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T25 socket
  9. Remove the clips (x4) from the center liftgate trim bracket.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not over stretch the clips when removing from the bracket.

Install

  1. Install the clips (x4) onto the center liftgate trim bracket.
  2. Position the center liftgate trim bracket onto the liftgate, and then install new bolts (x8) that attach the bracket to the liftgate.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T25 socket
  3. Install the LH and RH liftgate tweeters. See Tweeter - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Install the LH and RH liftgate speakers. See Speaker - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Install the upper liftgate trim. See Trim - Upper - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install the liftgate speaker grille. See Grille - Speaker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  7. Install the lower liftgate trim. See Trim - Liftgate - Lower (Remove and Replace).
  8. Close the liftgate.
  9. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.