26/01/2022 00:50:38

Hinge - Door - Rear - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 11337002 0.18 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. Apply masking tape to the area surrounding the LH lower rear door hinge on the body and door to aid in alignment during installation.
  3. Remove the bolts that attach the LH lower rear door hinge to the body.
    24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13mm swivel ball socket
  4. Remove the bolt or nut that attaches the LH lower rear door hinge to the door.
    49 Nm (36.1 lbs-ft)
    49 Nm (36.1 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13mm deep socket
    • 6 in extension
    Figure 1. Fixation by bolt
    Figure 2. Fixation by nut
  5. Carefully remove the LH lower rear door hinge from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Use the alignment tape to position the LH lower rear door hinge onto the body, and then hand tighten the bolts that attach the hinge to the body.
  2. Use the alignment tape to position the LH lower rear door hinge onto the door, and then hand tighten the bolt or nut that attaches the hinge to the door.
    Figure 3. Fixation by bolt
    Figure 4. Fixation by nut
  3. Close the LH front door and check for gap and flushness. Adjust as necessary.
  4. Tighten the bolt or nut that attaches the LH lower rear door hinge to the door.
    49 Nm (36.1 lbs-ft)
    49 Nm (36.1 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13mm deep socket
    • 6 in extension
  5. Tighten the bolts that attach the LH lower rear door hinge to the body.
    24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13mm swivel ball socket
  6. Remove the masking tape from the door and body.
  7. Apply touch up paint on the LH hinge rear door bolts as needed.
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    Note
    Shake the touch up paint before applying. Allow the first coat to dry for 20 minutes before applying and second coat.
  8. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.