Correction code 10103708 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 to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

1. Install seat cover on the LH front seat and cover A-pillar trim
2. Loosen bolts securing LH inner A-pillar to A-pillar reinforcement
   Note

   2x bolts, 10mm, 1x bolt, 13mm, 10 Nm

   

3. Align LH A-pillar reinforcement riv nuts with corresponding holes

   

4. Remove affected riv nut from the LH A-pillar reinforcement
   Note

   Use 7mm drill bit to remove damaged riv nut, pay attention not to drill on Inner and reinforcement A-pillars

   

5. Use a blow gun with shop air to blow out fallen riv nut into the lower part of A-pillar reinforcement

   

6. Measure the distance between square hole in the LH A-pillar and affected riv nut hole

   

7. Attach a nut to a wire
   Note

   Make sure there is enough wire length on basis of measurements between square hole in the LH A-pillar and affected riv nut hole

   

8. Clean the nut mating with an alcohol wipe
   Note

   Allow to dry for 1 minute
9. Apply approved structural adhesive on the mating face of the nut
   Note

   Apply Structural Adhesive only on the mating face of the nut avoid contact with thread, refer to the Approved Chemicals section of Collision Repair Procedures.

   

   

10. Ensure there is no adhesive on the nut threads
    Note

    Clean with alcohol wipe if needed, Allow to dry for 1 minute

    

11. Install the nut into the LH A-pillar reinforcement
    Note

    Maneuver the wire with the nut into the A-pillar reinforcement until it is aligned with affected riv nut hole, use straight pick if needed to align, pay attention to contact the the mating face of the nut with A-pillar reinforcement

    

    

    

12. Install bolt into the repaired nut in LH A-pillar
    Note

    1x bolt, 10mm, 7 Nm, carefully catch the thread of the nut and hand tighten bolt

    

13. Remove wire from the LH A-pillar reinforcement
    Note

    Wiggle the wire to release it from the the nut

    

    

14. Allow adhesive to cure
    Note

    Follow product instructions for cure time
15. Remove bolt from the repaired nut in LH A-pillar
    Note

    1x bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm

    

16. Clean the thread of the repaired nut in LH A-pillar
    Note

    1x nut, clean the remaining adhesive from thread using M6 restoring tap

    

17. Torque bolts securing LH inner A-pillar to A-pillar reinforcement
    Note

    2x bolts, 10mm, 1x bolt, 13mm, 10 Nm

    

18. Release LH front A-pillar grommet
    Note

    1x grommet

    

19. Connect pvc hose to cartridge of the expandable foam
    Note

    Connect 50cm of the hose to the tip of expandable foam

    

20. Apply expandable foam into LH A-pillar reinforcement
    Note

    Insert pvc hose through the A-pillar grommet hole into the A-pillar reinforcement, guide the hose to the bottom of the reinforcement pillar and apply a small amount of expandable foam (approximately 15 clicks) to secure fallen riv nut

    

21. Install LH front A-pillar grommet

    

22. Remove seat cover and A-pillar trim cover from the vehicle