10/12/2024 16:33:16

Glass - Door - LH - Front (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 11500102 0.42 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.

  • 2024-12-10: Added new caution about Pre-Installation Glass Inspection service requirements.
  • 2023-05-24: Added cleaning instructions to prevent glass damage.
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Warning
The side impact airbag deployment depends on the front door sensor's ability to detect a side impact from air pressure. Make sure that there are no uncovered holes in the front door shells. Additionally, always reinstall plugs or tape when servicing or inspecting the front doors and their components.
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CAUTION
New glass components (windshield, roof, door, and fixed glass) must be inspected before installation to meet Tesla’s internal standards of quality. Perform the inspection described in Pre-Installation Glass Inspection before beginning this procedure.
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Warning
The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Glass - Door - LH - Front (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts that secure the LH front door regulator guide blocks
12 Nm (8.8 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • ¼ in std ratchet
  • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
  • 6 in extension
Reuse
  • 1454796-00-A TOOLKIT, WINDOW SWITCH

Remove

  1. Remove the LH front door trim panel. See Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the LH front door inner belt seal from the door. See Seal - Inner Belt - Front Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the plugs that cover the openings in door for access to the regulator guide blocks.
  4. Temporarily connect the puddle lamp to the LH front door harness.
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    CAUTION
    Route the electrical cable so that it will not be damaged when closing the door.
  5. Connect the window switch tool to the LH front door electrical harness.
  6. Latch the LH front door to allow the window to raise fully, and then raise the window for access to the regulator guide blocks.
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    CAUTION
    Do not close the door with the window in this position, as upper bright trim will be damaged.
  7. Remove the bolt that secures the rearmost regulator guide block.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 6 in extension
  8. Loosen the bolt that secures the foremost regulator guide block, and then remove the door glass from the door.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 6 in extension
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    Note
    If the glass is stuck in the rearmost regulator block, continue to the next step.
  9. If the glass is stuck in the rearmost regulator block which impedes smooth removal of the door glass, follow these steps:
    1. Loosely reinstall the bolt that attaches the glass to the rearmost regulator block.
    2. Use a plastic wedge in between the glass and the regulator block to release the grip of the regulator block on the glass.
    3. Remove the bolt from the rearmost regulator block.
    4. Remove the door glass from the door.

Install

  1. Inspect the regulator guide blocks for glass splinters or other debris, and clean them if necessary.
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    CAUTION
    Debris and splinters may damage or shatter the new door glass.
  2. Position the front LH door glass onto the front LH door, and then hand tighten the bolts that secure the glass to the guide blocks clamps.
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    Note
    Make sure the clamps are not bottomed out on the regulator.
  3. Lower the front LH window fully.
  4. Install the LH front door inner belt seal onto the door. See Seal - Inner Belt - Front Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Release LH front door latch by pulling the emergency release cable.
  6. Close the LH front door.
  7. Raise the LH front window fully by accessing the window switch tool through the LH rear door.
  8. Inspect the front LH window for proper gap and flushness: Gap 8 mm +/- 1.7 mm; Flushness 0 mm +/- 1.7 mm.
  9. Open the LH front door.
  10. Latch the LH front door to allow window height adjustment.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not close the door with the window fully raised, as upper bright trim will be damaged.
  11. Adjust glass for access to regulator guide blocks.
  12. If the glass gap and flushness is out of specifications: Loosen the bolts that attach the glass to the regulator isolator clamps approximately 1/2 turn to maintain position of the glass but still allow adjustment of the glass, and then adjust the glass to gap and flushness specifications.
  13. Once the glass gap and flushness is in specifications, hand tighten the bolts that attach the glass to the regulator isolator clamps.
  14. Release LH front door latch by pulling the emergency release cable.
  15. Close the LH front door.
  16. Check again the gap and flushness of the front LH door glass and make adjustments, if necessary.
  17. Open the LH front door.
  18. Latch the LH front door to allow window height adjustment.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not close the door with the window fully raised, as upper bright trim will be damaged.
  19. Adjust glass for access to regulator guide blocks.
  20. Tighten the bolts that secure the glass to the regulator guide blocks.
    12 Nm (8.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 6 in extension
  21. Release LH front door latch by pulling the emergency release cable.
  22. Lower the front LH window.
  23. Disconnect the window switch special tool.
  24. Install the plugs that cover the openings in the door regulator isolation clamps.
  25. Install the puddle lamp to the front door panel.
  26. Install the LH front door trim panel. See Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
  27. Calibrate the window. See Window Regulator (Recalibrate).