2025-05-07

Taillight - LH (Global) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17402012 0.66 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

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Note
This procedure is for the Global Refresh version of this part. The procedure for the Original version of this part is here: Taillight - LH (Remove and Replace).

Remove

  1. Move the LH monopost seat forward.
  2. Remove the LH rear sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the rear trunk floor NVH insulator. See NVH Insulator - Floor - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the rear trunk carpet. See Carpet - Rear Trunk (7 Seat) (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH mid C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the LH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Remove the LH trunk side trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (5 Seat) (Remove and Replace).
  10. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the LH taillight electrical connector.
  11. Remove the fasteners (x2) that attach the LH taillight to the vehicle, and then remove the taillight from the vehicle.
    3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
  12. Release the datum (x2) to remove the LH taillight from the body.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.