User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Front Frame Rail Outer (Complete)
- Parts List
- Repair Information
- Prerequisites
- Removal
- Replacement
- Prepare for installation.
- Prepare the surfaces.
- Apply structural adhesive.
- Install the new component.
- After refinishing, use a 360-degree spray wand of suitable length to ap
- Prime any bare metal with a suitable corrosion-resistant epoxy primer.
- Install the new Shotgun Shear Wall.
- Install the new Torque Box Cover Assembly.
Repair Information Warnings and Cautions Special Tools
This procedure is for the left-hand
c
omponent; the procedure is identical for
the right-hand component.
The items listed in the "Prerequisites"
section of this document include only the
last structural component that needs to
be removed before starting the repair
and any other prerequisites that are not
obvious. Refer to the estimating system
being used for a complete list of the
prerequisites that must be performed
before starting the repair.
WARNING: W
ear the appropriate
personal protective equipment
(PPE) when performing this
procedure.
CAUTION: T
his procedure involves
only steel components. Use the
appropriate tools to avoid cross-
contamination.
The special tools listed below are
required to perform this procedure:
• Microstop Countersink kit
• Resistance Spot Welder
Use only an approved resistance spot
welder. Refer to BR-16-92-007,
"Approved Welders" for a list of
current approved resistance spot
welders.
• Frame bench
The vehicle must be properly mounted
on an approved frame bench to
replace this component. Refer to
BR-16-92-006, "Approved Frame
Bench Systems" for a list of current
approved bench repair systems.
Front Frame Rail Outer (Complete)
Repair Information
TESLA BODY REPAIR MANUAL
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Updated: 24JAN18 3