2025-06-11

Tail Lamp - Liftgate (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1740030501 FRT 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  1. 2025-06-11: Updated the torque and routine.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Tail Lamp - Liftgate (Remove and Install) / Tail Lamp - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x4) that attach the lamp to the liftgate
4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse
Nuts (x2) that attach the lamp to the liftgate
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse
Exterior bolts (x3) that attach the lamp to the liftgate
3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the spoiler outer panel. See Spoiler Outer Panel (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the lamp to the liftgate.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 10 mm socket
  3. Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the lamp to the liftgate.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Remove the rear backup camera. See Camera - Rear Facing (Remove and Install).
  5. Disconnect the liftgate handle switch connector.
  6. Disconnect the liftgate tail lamp assembly connector.
  7. Remove the harness clip from the liftgate tail lamp assembly.
  8. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the lamp to the liftgate.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  9. Remove the tail lamp assembly from the liftgate.

Install

  1. Install the tail lamp assembly to the liftgate.
  2. Install the exterior bolts (x3) that attach the lamp to the liftgate.
    3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  3. Install the harness clip to the liftgate tail lamp assembly.
  4. Connect the liftgate tail lamp assembly connector.
  5. Connect the liftgate handle switch connector.
  6. Install the rear backup camera. See Camera - Rear Facing (Remove and Install).
  7. Install the bolts (x4) that attach the lamp to thee liftgate.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 10 mm socket
  8. Install the nuts (x2) that attach the lamp to the liftgate.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  9. Install the spoiler outer panel. See Spoiler Outer Panel (Remove and Replace).
  10. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  11. Place the vehicle in Service Mode by using the touchscreen. See Service Mode.
  12. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  13. On the touchscreen, tap the Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap Driver Assist > Cameras > Clear Camera Calibration, select RearView in the Camera Selection drop list, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
  14. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  15. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.