Tesla Model X Owners & Service Manuals

Tesla Model X: Cladding - Door - Rear - Wheel Arch - LH (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model X 2015-2024 Service Manual / Exterior Fittings / Cladding - Door - Rear - Wheel Arch - LH (Remove and Replace)

Special tool required for this procedure:

Supplier Part Number Description
Tesla 223-MR05029-TSL Ergonomic Silicone Seam Roller
Removal
  1. Open the rear door to a comfortable working height.
  2. Use a trim tool to carefully release the clips (x4) and double sided tape that secure the cladding to the rear door.

    Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).

     Cladding - Door - Rear - Wheel Arch - LH (Remove and Replace)

  3. Remove the rear door wheel arch cladding.
Installation
  1. Clean any remaining double sided tape residue.
  2. Apply new tape if reinstalling the cladding. Remove the tape backing.
  3. Install the bottom clip first, then install the remaining clips (x3) working towards the rear of the vehicle.

     Caution: Failure to install the bottom clip first can result in poor seating of the cladding.

     Cladding - Door - Rear - Wheel Arch - LH (Remove and Replace)

  4. Press firmly on the cladding using a silicone seam roller to completely seal the tape.
  5. Close the rear door and ensure that the door cladding is aligned properly.