2024-10-22

Liftgate Assembly (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 10107002 2.40 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.

  • 2024-10-23: Added a reminder for technicians to install all badges that are equipped with the working vehicle.
  • 2023-08-23: Updated note on self-tapping harness bolt for more clarity.
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Note
Refer to the following video for tips and tricks on aligning the Model Y liftgate:

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Liftgate (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts that attach the liftgate ball stud bracket to the liftgate
11 Nm (8.1 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T25 socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  • 4 in extension
Reuse
Bolt that attaches the liftgate harness ground strap to the liftgate
8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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Note
Inspect the bolt: if it is a standard bolt (1447438-00-A), it can be reused. If it is a self-tapping tri-lobular bolt (1128269-00-A), discard and replace with the standard bolt.
Bolts that attach the liftgate to the vehicle
32 Nm (23.6 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
Screw that attaches the antenna filter electrical connector to the liftgate
2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T30 socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
Bolt that attaches the RH FM amplifier to the liftgate
4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
Bolts that attach the radio tuner to the liftgate
8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
Screws that attach the license plate bracket to the liftgate
1.2 Nm (.9 lbs-ft)
  • PH2 Phillips screwdriver
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the rear license plate.
  2. Remove the screws that attach the license plate bracket to the liftgate, and then remove the bracket from the assembly.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • PH2 Phillips screwdriver
  3. Open the liftgate.
  4. Open the LH front door and fully lower the LH front window.
  5. Remove the liftgate upper trim. See Trim - Upper - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the liftgate lower trim. See Trim - Liftgate - Lower (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the LH and RH bump stops from the lower liftgate.
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    Note
    Note the number of turns to remove each bumpstop.
  8. Remove the LH and RH liftgate bumpstop and jamb nut from the liftgate.
    Figure 1. LH shown, RH similar
  9. Remove the trunk liftgate latch. See Latch - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  10. Remove the LH and RH license plate lights. See Light - License Plate (Remove and Replace).
  11. Disconnect the radio tuner electrical connectors.
  12. Remove the bolts that attach the radio tuner to the liftgate, and then remove the radio tuner from the liftgate.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  13. Remove the LH and RH rear fog / reverse lights. See Light - Fog / Reverse - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  14. Remove the LH and RH tail lamp plugs.
    Figure 2. LH shown, RH similar
  15. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the LH FM antenna amplifier.
  16. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH FM amplifier to the liftgate, and then remove the amplifier from the liftgate.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  17. Repeat steps 15and 16 for the RH FM amplifier.
  18. Disconnect the LH antenna filter electrical connector from the liftgate glass.
  19. Remove screw that attaches the LH antenna filter electrical connector to the liftgate, and then remove the antenna from the liftgate.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  20. Repeat steps 18 and 19 for the RH antenna filter.
  21. Disconnect the CHMSL electrical connector.
  22. Release the clips that attach the LH liftgate side trim bracket to the liftgate, and then remove the bracket from the liftgate.
  23. Cut the zip ties on the RH liftgate side trim bracket.
  24. Release the clips that attach the RH liftgate side trim bracket to the liftgate, and then remove the bracket from the liftgate.
  25. Remove the bolt that attaches the liftgate harness ground strap to the liftgate, and then remove the ground strap from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Inspect the bolt: if it is a standard bolt (1447438-00-A), it can be reused. If it is a self-tapping tri-lobular bolt (1128269-00-A), discard and replace with the standard bolt.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  26. Release the clips that attach the liftgate harness to the liftgate.
  27. Release the grommet from the liftgate, and then feed the harness through the access hole to remove it from the liftgate.
  28. Remove the backlight glass. See Glass - Backlight (Remove and Replace).
  29. Support the liftgate with a telescoping hood prop.
  30. Place a shop towel on the LH and RH side trunk jamb.
  31. Release the liftgate power strut upper ball stud that is attached to the liftgate, and then lay the strut down on the door jamb.
  32. Release the liftgate strut assist upper ball stud that is attached to the liftgate, and then lay the strut down on the door jamb.
  33. With assistance, remove the bolts that attach the liftgate to the vehicle, and then place the liftgate on a stand.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm combination wrench
  34. Remove the bolts that attach the LH liftgate ball stud bracket to the liftgate, and then remove the bracket from the liftgate. Repeat this step for the RH liftgate ball stud bracket.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension

Install

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CAUTION
If using this procedure to install an unpainted part, make sure to apply seam sealer to all seams prior to installing and painting the part. Refer to the Collision Repair manual for more information.
  1. Install the bolts that attach the LH liftgate ball stud bracket to the liftgate. Repeat this step for the RH liftgate ball stud bracket.
    11 Nm (8.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  2. With assistance, position the liftgate onto the vehicle, and then install the bolts that attach the liftgate to the vehicle. Do not tighten the bolts at this time.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  3. Install the liftgate power strut upper ball stud to the liftgate.
  4. Install the liftgate strut assist upper ball stud to the liftgate.
  5. Remove the liftgate support from the vehicle.
  6. Route the liftgate harness through the access hole, and then install the grommet into the liftgate assembly.
  7. Install the clips that attach the liftgate harness to the liftgate.
  8. Install the bolt that attaches the liftgate harness ground strap to the liftgate.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Inspect the bolt: if it is a standard bolt (1447438-00-A), it can be reused. If it is a self-tapping tri-lobular bolt (1128269-00-A), discard and replace with the standard bolt.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  9. Install the liftgate latch. See Latch - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  10. Close the liftgate to check gap/flush, and perform adjustments as necessary.
  11. Tighten the bolts that attach the liftgate to the vehicle.
    32 Nm (23.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  12. Install the backlight glass. See Glass - Backlight (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    Do not connect any connectors or install liftgate trim at this time.
  13. Install the clips that attach the RH liftgate side trim bracket to the liftgate.
    Figure 3. LH shown, RH similar
  14. Install zip ties on the RH liftgate side trim bracket.
  15. Install the clips that attach the LH liftgate side trim bracket to the liftgate.
  16. Connect the CHMSL electrical connector.
  17. Install the screw that attaches the RH antenna filter electrical connector to the liftgate, and then connect the electrical connector.
    2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    Figure 4. LH shown, RH similar
  18. Connect the RH antenna filter electrical connector.
  19. Install the bolt that attaches the RH FM amplifier to the liftgate, and then connect the electrical connector.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  20. Connect the RH FM antenna amplifier electrical connectors.
  21. Repeat steps 17 and 20 for the LH side of the vehicle.
  22. Install the LH and RH tail lamp plugs.
  23. Install the LH and RH rear fog/reverse lights. See Light - Fog / Reverse - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  24. Position the radio tuner into the liftgate, and then install the bolts that attach the radio tuner to the liftgate.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  25. Connect the radio tuner electrical connectors.
  26. Install the LH and RH license plate lights. See Light - License Plate (Remove and Replace).
  27. Install the LH and RH liftgate bumpstops and jamb nuts onto the liftgate.
  28. Install the liftgate lower trim. See Trim - Liftgate - Lower (Remove and Replace).
  29. Install the liftgate upper trim. See Trim - Upper - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  30. Install the LH and RH bump stop onto the lower liftgate.
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    Note
    Note the number of turns during removal of the bumpstop.
  31. Clean the LH and RH liftgate hinge bolts, washer and surrounding area.
  32. Apply touch up pain to the head of the LH and RH liftgate hinge bolts as necessary.
  33. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
  34. For China, Japan and Korea only: Install a new motor ID label on the liftgate assembly.
  35. Install the T-badge. See Tesla Badge - Rear (Remove and Replace).
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    If the removed trunk/liftgate had additional badges due to vehicle configuration or regional badges, make sure that all badges are installed on the replacement trunk/liftgate.
  36. Install the LH and RH license plate grommets into the liftgate.
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    Press the grommet in fully to secure it to the liftgate.
  37. Remove the screws that attach the license plate bracket to the liftgate, and then remove the bracket from the assembly.
    1.2 Nm (.9 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • PH2 Phillips screwdriver
  38. Install the rear license plate.