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Hinge - Door - Rear - Upper- LH - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Open the LH doors and lower the LH windows.
  2. Use a floor jack to support the LH rear door.
    NOTE: Protect painted surface with a soft object.
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  3. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH upper rear door hinge to the door assembly.

    31 N.m (22.9 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm ratcheting combination flex head wrench
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  4. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH upper rear door hinge to the vehicle.

    52 N.m (38.3 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm ratcheting combination flex head wrench
    G15079391Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  5. Remove the LH upper rear door upper hinge from the vehicle.
    NOTE: Raise the door support as necessary to provide clearance.
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