2025-10-02

Glass - Door - Front - LH (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code TBD FRT 0.3 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.NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautionsfor safe and healthy working practices.

  • 1454796-00-A TOOLKIT, WINDOW SWITCH
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Warning
The side impact airbag deployment depends on the front door sensor's ability to detect a side impact from air pressure. Make sure that there are no uncovered holes in the front door shells. Additionally, always reinstall plugs or tape when servicing or inspecting the front doors and their components.

Remove

  1. Remove the LH front door trim. See Door Trim - Front - LH (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the LH front door inner belt seal. See Inner Belt Seal - Front Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH front door outer belt seal. See Outer Belt - Front Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the plugs that cover the openings in door for access to the regulator guide blocks.
  5. Connect the window switch tool to the LH front door electrical harness.
  6. Latch the LH front door to allow the window to raise fully, and then raise the window for access to the regulator guide blocks.
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    CAUTION
    Do not close the door with the window in this position.
  7. Remove the bolt that secures the rearmost regulator guide block.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  8. Loosen the bolt that secures the foremost regulator guide block, and then secure a set of suction cups to the door glass to remove the glass from the door.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • SOCKET, 1/4" DR., DEEP, MAGNETIC, 10MM

Install

  1. Inspect the regulator guide blocks for glass splinters or other debris, and clean them if necessary.
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    CAUTION
    Debris and splinters may damage or shatter the new door glass.
  2. Position the LH front door glass onto the LH front door, and then hand-tighten the bolts (x2) that secure the glass to the guide blocks.
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    Note
    Make sure the clamps are not bottomed out on the regulator.
  3. Release the LH front door latch by pulling the emergency release cable.
  4. Lower the LH front window fully.
  5. Install the LH front door outer belt seal. See Outer Belt - Front Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install the LH front door inner belt seal. See Inner Belt Seal - Front Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Request an assistant sit in the driver seat, and then close the LH front door.
  8. Raise the LH front window fully using the window switch tool.
  9. Inspect the LH front window for proper gap and flushness.
  10. Have the assistant tighten the bolts (x2) that secure the glass to the isolator clamps.
    12 Nm (8.8 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Having the assistant perform this step can avoid position change of the window.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • SOCKET, 1/4" DR., DEEP, MAGNETIC, 10MM
  11. Lower the LH front window fully and open the LH front door.
  12. Disconnect the window switch tool.
  13. Install the plugs that cover the openings in door.
  14. Install the LH front door trim. See Door Trim - Front - LH (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Replace).
  15. Place the vehicle in Service Mode by using the touchscreen. See Service Mode.
  16. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  17. Perform the following routine using Service Mode or Toolbox (see 0005 - Service Modes): TEST-SELF_VCLEFT_FRONT-L_CALIBRATE-WINDOWvia Toolbox: (link)
  18. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.