21/08/2024 22:55:49

Liftgate Assembly (Remove and Install)

Correction code 10107001 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.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and fully lower the LH front window.
  2. Open the liftgate.
  3. Open the RH rear door.
  4. Fold the RH 2nd row seat to the down the position.
  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 RH trunk side trim. See .
  8. Remove the RH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Release the clips that attach the rear edge of the rear headliner to the vehicle.
  10. Remove the liftgate harness ground bolt.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Inspect the bolt. If the bolt is a self tapping tri-lobular bolt (1128269-00-A), then discard. If it is a normal bolt (1447438-00-A), reuse.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  11. Disconnect the liftgate harness connectors (x3).
  12. Release the grommet from the body.
  13. Use a telescoping hood prop to support the liftgate.
  14. Place shop towels on the LH and RH side trunk jambs.
  15. Release the liftgate power strut upper ball stud that is attached to the liftgate, and then lay the strut down on the door jamb.
  16. Release the liftgate strut assist upper ball stud that is attached to the liftgate, and then lay the strut down on the door jamb.
  17. With assistance, remove the bolts that attach the liftgate to the vehicle, and then place the liftgate on a stand.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm combination wrench

Install

  1. 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.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  2. Route the liftgate harness through the access hole, and then install the grommet to the body.
  3. Connect the liftgate harness connectors (x3).
  4. Install the liftgate harness ground bolt.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Inspect the bolt. If the bolt is a self tapping tri-lobular bolt (1128269-00-A), then discard. If it is a normal bolt (1447438-00-A), reuse.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  5. Install the liftgate power strut upper ball stud to the liftgate.
  6. Install the liftgate strut assist upper ball stud to the liftgate.
  7. Install the clips that attach the rear edge of the rear headliner to the vehicle.
  8. Install the RH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the RH trunk side trim. See .
  10. Install the trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  11. Install the front trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Front (Remove and Replace).
  12. Fold the RH 2nd row seat to the vertical the position.
  13. Close the liftgate to check gap/flush. With assistance, perform adjustment as necessary to the hinge bolts and trunk striker.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Refer to CVIS for latest specifications.
  14. Tighten the bolts that attach the liftgate to the vehicle.
    32 Nm (23.6 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  15. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
  16. Close the liftgate.