2025-03-12

Badge - Tesla Chinese (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1205010302 FRT 0.10 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.

  • 1082477-04-A Diagonal Cutters
  • 1049517-00-A Seam Roller, Silicone, 5"
  • 1453028-00-A KIT, BADGE REMOVAL

Remove

  1. Prepare the badge removal tool (1453028-00-A) with approximately 24 inches/60 centimeters of monofilament line.
  2. Tie slip knots at both ends of the fishing line and attach them each to the center groove of a handle.
  3. Move the badge removal tool in a sawing motion to separate the Chinese Tesla badge from the liftgate lid.
  4. Use IPA wipes to clean all adhesive residue and debris from the lower left liftgate lid surface.

Install

  1. Adjust the liftgate to an appropriate height, install the liftgate badge alignment tool (1967006-00-A) into position on the liftgate lid and tape the tool in place.
  2. Peel the adhesive backing from the Chinese Tesla badge, then place the badge into the jig. Align the holes of the protective film to the pins of jig, then press the badge to the liftgate.
  3. Remove the protective film from the badge, and then remove the jig from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Do not discard the protective film, it will be used again in the next step.
  4. Replace the protective film over the badge, use a pressure roller (1465974-00-A) to fully adhere the badge, and then remove the protective film.
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    CAUTION
    Be careful not to damage the badge during the rolling process.
  5. Use an IPA wipe to clean the badge and the area around the badge.
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    Note
    Make sure that all edges of the badge are securely affixed to the liftgate lid surface.
  6. Close the liftgate.