2025-08-06

Hinge Pillar Reinforcement

Correction code: 10100128202 10100128302 NOTE: Unless explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code includes all Collision Repair and Service repair work required to perform this procedure, including the linked Collision Repair procedures and linked Service procedures. Do not stack Collision Repair correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. Depending on the damage to the vehicle, additional repairs may be required.

Parts List

Quantity Description Image / Notes
1 ASY-REINF HINGE PILLAR LWR (Hinge Pillar Reinforcement)
2 Bolt, hex-head , M6x1.00x18 Tesla part number 1006529-00-A.
1 Rivnut Tesla part number 1038174-00-A.

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Repair Procedure

  1. Remove the necessary portion of the Body Side Outer to expose the underlying component being replaced.
  2. Remove the A-Pillar Reinforcement Assembly.
  3. Remove the original component.
    Rivnut

    or Bolts, hex-head

    Cut Line

    Reference Line/Point

    • A = 85 mm.
    • B = 175 mm.
    • C = 27 mm.
    • D = 112 mm.
  4. Remove the Rivnut from the Hinge Pillar Reinforcement service part.
  5. Drill a 20 mm. hole in the Hinge Pillar Reinforcement service part in the indicated location.

    Cut Line

    Reference Line/Point

    • E = 20 mm.
    • F = 185 mm.
  6. Prepare for installation.
    or Bolts, hex-head

    Rivnut

  7. Apply structural adhesive to the mating surfaces on the vehicle and the new component or components.
  8. Install the new component or components.
    Torque the bolts to 10 Nm.
  9. Install the A-Pillar Reinforcement Assembly.
  10. Install the portion of the Body Side Outer that was removed to expose the component being replaced.
  11. Perform any necessary post-repair operations.