Hinge - Door - Front - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction code
1133010302
FRT
0.00
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
Description | Torque Value | Recommended Tools | Reuse/Replace | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH front upper/lower door hinge to the body |
![]() 24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
Nut that attaches the LH front upper/lower door hinge to the door |
![]() 26 Nm (19.2 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse |
Remove
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
-
Support the LH front door from the
bottom.
NoteMake sure to use soft material to protect the door paint.
- Apply tape to the LH front fender.
- Apply tape surrounding the LH front door side and body side upper hinge to mark the hinge installation position.
-
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
LH front upper door hinge to the body.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
-
Remove the nut that attaches the LH
front upper door hinge to the door.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
-
Remove the LH front door upper
hinge.
NoteUse one hand to push the top of the door (the area near the speaker) outward, and then pivot the hinge up and move it out toward the back of the vehicle.
Install
-
Position the LH front door upper hinge
onto the vehicle.
NoteUse one hand to push the top of the door (the area near the speaker) outward, and then insert the upper hinge.
- Hand-tighten the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front upper door hinge to the body.
- Hand-tighten the nut that attaches the LH front upper door hinge to the door.
- Remove the floor jack from the LH front door.
-
Close the LH front door, and then
check that gap and flushness are within specifications. Adjust as necessary.
NoteRefer to CVIS for current gap/flush specifications.
- Open the LH front door.
-
Torque the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front upper door hinge to the body.24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
-
Install the nut that attaches the LH front upper door hinge to the door.26 Nm (19.2 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- Remove the tape around the upper hinge from the body and the door.
- Remove the tape from the LH front fender.
- Use IPA wipes to clean the LH front door upper hinge bolts, and allow 1 minute to dry.
-
Shake the touch up paint, and then
apply it to the LH front door upper hinge bolts.
NoteMake sure the paint fully cover the bolts.
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.