10/04/2023 13:10:37

Taillight - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 17402001 0.36NOTE: 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.

Remove

  1. Open the LH rear door.
  2. Release the portion of the LH rear door seal that overlaps the LH lower c-pillar trim.
  3. Fold down the LH 2nd row 60 seatback.
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    Note
    Protect the seat back upholstery if necessary.
  4. Remove the rear trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the front trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Front (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the LH trunk load floor bracket. See Bracket - Trunk Load Floor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the LH trunk pocket bracket. See Bracket - Trunk Pocket - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Remove the LH trunk side trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Pull up on the LH liftgate bump stop to remove it from the assembly.
  11. Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the electrical harness from the taillight connector.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  12. Remove the nuts that attach the taillight to the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm 12-point deep socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
  13. Remove the LH taillight assembly from the vehicle.

Install

  1. If the same taillight is to be reinstalled, replace the gaskets from around each taillight mounting bolt (x2) and the taillight electrical connector (x1).
  2. Position the LH taillight studs into the grommets, and then install the taillight onto the body.
  3. Install the nuts (x2) that attach the taillight to the vehicle.
    3.2 Nm (2.4 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm 12-point deep socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
  4. Connect the electrical harness to the taillight connector, and then engage the connector lock.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    If the connector has a red locking tab: Push the red locking tab into the connector to engage the connector lock.
  5. Align the LH liftgate bump stop onto the taillight assembly, and then press down on the bump stop to install it to the assembly.
  6. Install the LH trunk side trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Install the LH trunk pocket bracket. See Bracket - Trunk Pocket - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Install the LH load floor bracket. See Bracket - Trunk Load Floor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace)
  10. Install the front trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Front (Remove and Replace).
  11. Install the rear trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  12. Close the liftgate.
  13. Reseat the portion of the LH rear door seal that overlaps the LH lower c-pillar trim.
  14. Close the LH rear door.