08/10/2023 23:24:56

Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install)

Correction code 10013001 0.66 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.

  • 2023-09-05: Updated rear fascia removal step to include more direct mobile service and assistance instructions.
  • 2023-10-08: Added notes specifying to skip the step of disconnecting/connecting the rear fascia electrical harness for HW4 vehicles.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attaches the corner of the rear fascia to the body
4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm hex
Reuse
Bolts that attach the rear diffuser to the body
4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • 2 in extension
Reuse
Bolt that attaches the side of the rear fascia to the body
4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
  • 8 mm hex
  • 4 in extension
Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the LH and RH taillights. See Taillight - LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. On each side of the vehicle, remove the bolt that attaches the corner of the rear fascia to the body.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm hex
  3. Remove the bolts (x7) and clips (x6) that attach the rear fascia to the rear diffuser.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
  4. Remove the LH rear fender garnish. See Garnish - Fender - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH side of the rear fascia to the body.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm hex
    • 4 in extension
  6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the RH side of the vehicle.
  7. For HW3 vehicles, disconnect the rear fascia electrical harness.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Skip this step for HW4 vehicles.
  8. Remove the rear fascia from the vehicle.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Carefully remove the rear fascia from the body so that the corner fastener clips do not damage the rear quarter panel.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    If available, assistance is recommended when removing the rear fascia from the vehicle. Assistance is not mandatory for mobile service.

Install

  1. Install the rear fascia onto the vehicle.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Carefully install the rear fascia to the body so that the corner fastener clips do not damage the rear quarter panel.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    If available, assistance is recommended when installing the rear fascia to the vehicle.
  2. For HW3 vehicles, connect the rear fascia electrical harness.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Skip this step for HW4 vehicles.
  3. Install the bolt that attaches the LH side of the rear fascia to the body.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm hex
    • 4 in extension
  4. Install the LH rear fender garnish. See Garnish - Fender - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 on the RH side of the vehicle.
  6. Apply Loctite 222 onto rear diffuser bolts, and then install the bolts (x7) and clips (x6) that attach the rear fascia to the rear diffuser.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
  7. On each side of the vehicle, install the bolt that attaches the corner of the rear fascia to the body.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm hex
  8. Install the LH and RH taillights. See Taillight - LH (Remove and Replace).