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Is this dModel Y Panel Gap Normal?
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NeverGoingBack
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Mr. Wonderful
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I think if you were told it is within spec you are up the creek without a paddle.
They get away with so much by saying that just to avoid them having to correct
the problem and make it look like it should have when it left the factory.
They get away with so much by saying that just to avoid them having to correct
the problem and make it look like it should have when it left the factory.
Unfortunately many model Ys have gaps like this and it not easy to correct. I don’t think they will fix it.
stopcrazypp
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There are nubs that allow adjusting of the panel gaps:
How to fix trunk and frunk panel gaps on Tesla Model Y
However, it might not fix that particular gap, as not all gaps are easily adjustable. From memory, I believe that gap can only be adjusted by loosening the mounting bolts, adjusting, and tightening again (although you can try to see if the adjustment mentioned in the link above helps). On the Model 3, I know having that gap being too tight is quite dangerous (have seen the trunk clip and deform when the bolts loosen a bit and positions shifts a bit, given there is no margin for error):
In general most gaps are "within spec" from 2-5mm (even if they don't match on both sides). Most manufacturers actually do have a reference in their tech manuals for every single gap for what is the acceptable tolerance. The number may be given as an average (+/- a tolerance). For example 3.5mm +/- 1mm (AKA 2.5-4.5mm).
However, not every tech actually checks that, they just say "within spec" by default. I remember for a Model X buyer, they found that even though the tech said their falcon door was within spec, he checked in the service manual and found it was way off (and he fixed himself).
Model 3 Frunk Fit tolerance
How to fix trunk and frunk panel gaps on Tesla Model Y
However, it might not fix that particular gap, as not all gaps are easily adjustable. From memory, I believe that gap can only be adjusted by loosening the mounting bolts, adjusting, and tightening again (although you can try to see if the adjustment mentioned in the link above helps). On the Model 3, I know having that gap being too tight is quite dangerous (have seen the trunk clip and deform when the bolts loosen a bit and positions shifts a bit, given there is no margin for error):
In general most gaps are "within spec" from 2-5mm (even if they don't match on both sides). Most manufacturers actually do have a reference in their tech manuals for every single gap for what is the acceptable tolerance. The number may be given as an average (+/- a tolerance). For example 3.5mm +/- 1mm (AKA 2.5-4.5mm).
However, not every tech actually checks that, they just say "within spec" by default. I remember for a Model X buyer, they found that even though the tech said their falcon door was within spec, he checked in the service manual and found it was way off (and he fixed himself).
Model 3 Frunk Fit tolerance
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ElectricAnt54
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My lift-gate had a very large gap on one side and tiny tiny gap on other, I swear it looked like it was rubbing on the side panel of the car. When going over bumps my trunk made thrashing sounds too. I had misalignments on all but one door. First SC said everything spec except the one door which was fine , they said was out of spec and "adjusted it"..and made it have a gap. Grrrrr. I took car to another SC and they said everything except one item was out of spec. The door other SC adjusted ws deemed out of spec too. Second SC sent car to body shop because SC said they did not have proper equipment to adjust lift gates. Body shop ended up fixing everything even the item that was supposedly in spec...I suspect to fix another gap they had to correct the "in spec" item. Good luck. It definitely is not easy to have the car sent to body shop. I think my trunk making horrible noises when traveling over bumps helped open up the possibility of having car sent to body shop.
I know it feels disappointing to see a larger panel gap than you would like. I had a misaligned door handle on delivery and a scratch on inside of door.
That gap doesn't look horrible to me. If your not satisfied with it I wouldn't accept the car. Unless it's really bad Tesla is going to likey say "within spec" and not attempt repair.
I always tell everyone if your not happy with something do not accept the car.
That gap doesn't look horrible to me. If your not satisfied with it I wouldn't accept the car. Unless it's really bad Tesla is going to likey say "within spec" and not attempt repair.
I always tell everyone if your not happy with something do not accept the car.
HenryT
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If you are being told it's 'within spec' then not unreasonable for you to expect to be told what 'spec' is?
Aligned. I always get annoyed with the debris left on the floor mats. Why don’t they use those “thank you” paper floor mats?
Then, by looking at others, you can see what’s typical. You’ll have to decide for yourself whether or not it’s acceptable.
lowtek
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The hood and tailgate are actually easy to adjust yourself … the doors not so much but can be done
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