2025-03-12

FRONT BUMPER BEAM (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1001030402 FRT 0.80 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 wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: FRONT BUMPER BEAM (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x2) that attaches the LH and RH ankle catcher brackets to the front bumper beam
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attaches the LH accelerometer sensor to the front bumper beam
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x4) that attach the front bumper beam to the LH and RH crush cans
75 Nm (55.3 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
 Replace 1536481-00-A

Remove

  1. Disconnect LV battery. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  2. Remove the front bumper beam foam. See Bumper Beam Foam (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    It is not necessary to separate the pressure sensors from the front bumper beam foam.
  3. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH ankle catcher bracket to the front bumper beam.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  4. Disconnect the LH accelerometer sensor connector.
  5. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH accelerometer sensor to the front bumper beam, and then move the sensor from the vehicle.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  6. Repeat step 3 through step 5 on the right side of the vehicle.
  7. Remove and discard the bolts (x4) that attach the front bumper beam to the LH and RH crush cans.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  8. Use a pry bar to release the front bumper beam from the LH and RH crush cans.
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    CAUTION
    Do not damage the body when prying the front bumper.
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    Slightly tap the front bumper beam with a dead blow hammer to assist with removal of the front bumper.
  9. Remove the front bumper beam from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the front bumper beam to the vehicle.
  2. Use a dead blow hammer to install the front bumper beam to the LH and RH crush cans.
  3. Install new bolts (x4) that attach the front bumper beam to the LH and RH crush cans.
    75 Nm (55.3 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  4. Install the bolt that attaches the LH accelerometer sensor to the front bumper beam.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  5. Connect the LH accelerometer sensor connector.
  6. Install the bolt that attaches the LH ankle catcher bracket to the front bumper beam.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  7. Repeat step 4 through step 6 on the right side of the vehicle.
  8. Install the front bumper beam foam. See Bumper Beam Foam (Remove and Replace).
  9. Connect LV battery. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).