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Remove And Replace

  1. Open all four doors and trunk
    NOTE: Via center display > Controls > Trunk > Open Passenger > Open Driver > Open LH FWD > Open RH FWD
  2. Lower LH and RH front windows
  3. Move LH front seat forward
  4. Fold 2nd row 60 seat into down position
    G15404228Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404229Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  5. Remove LH rear sill assembly
    NOTE: 8x clips, 1x datum
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    G15404231Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  6. Apply tape to LH racetrack to avoid damage
    G15404232Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  7. Move RH front seat forward
  8. Fold 2nd row 40 seat into down position
    G15404233Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404234Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  9. Remove RH rear sill assembly
    NOTE: 8x clips, 1x datum
    G15404235Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404236Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  10. Apply tape to RH racetrack to avoid damage
    G15404237Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  11. Remove trunk rear load floor
    G15404238Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  12. Remove flat trunk load floor
    G15404239Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404240Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  13. Remove trunk gap hider
    G15404241Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404242Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  14. Remove RH trunk sill side trim
    NOTE: 4x clips, 1x datum
    G15404243Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404244Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  15. Remove RH mid C-pillar trim
    NOTE: 1x screw, T20, 2 N.m, 9x clips
    G15404245Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404246Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404247Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  16. Remove RH trunk side mini nub
    NOTE: 1x clip, 3x tabs
    G15404248Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404249Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  17. Remove RH lower C-pillar
    NOTE: 1x patch bolt, T25, 2.5 N.m, 2x screws, T20, 2 N.m, 12x clips, Discard patch bolt after removal
    G15404250Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404251Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404252Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  18. Remove LH trunk sill side trim
    NOTE: 4x clips, 1x datum
    G15404253Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404254Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  19. Remove LH mid C-pillar trim
    NOTE: 1x screw, T20, 2 N.m, 9x clips, 5x tabs
    G15404255Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404256Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404257Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  20. Remove LH trunk side mini nub
    NOTE: 1x clip, 3x tabs
    G15404258Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404259Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  21. Remove LH lower C-pillar
    NOTE: 1x patch bolt, T25, 2.5 N.m, 2x screws, T20, 2 N.m, 13x clips, Discard patch bolt after removal
    G15404260Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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    G15404264Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  22. Remove 2nd row mid floor board
    NOTE: 5x clips, Tilt front edge upwards and remove in vertical position
    G15404265Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404266Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404267Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  23. Remove RH bench seat floor support
    G15404268Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  24. Fold trunk carpet rearward
    NOTE: Starting from the front, lift carpet over harpoon brackets, Fold back enough to access rear seat components
    G15404269Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404270Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  25. Remove 2nd row rear floor board
    NOTE: 2x clips, Lift front of panel up to release clips, Lift rear of panel and slide out from behind seats
    G15404271Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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    G15404273Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  26. Remove bolts securing 40 rear seat track to body
    NOTE: 4x patch bolts, 11 mm, 45 N.m, Discard patch bolts after removal
    G15404274Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  27. Remove bolts securing 40 front seat track to body
    NOTE: 6x patch bolts, 11 mm, 45 N.m, Discard patch bolts after removal
    G15404275Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  28. Remove RH 2nd row seat carpet support bracket
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 5 N.m
    G15404276Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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    G15404278Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  29. Power off vehicle via center display
    NOTE: Controls > Safety & Security > Power Off
    G15404279Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  30. Remove rear underhood apron
    NOTE: 11x clips, 2x datums
    G15404280Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404281Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  31. Disconnect LV battery connector and First Responder Loop
    NOTE: 2x connectors, Lift up and release green locking tab, Pull black connector lock outwards to release connection, Release red lock tab on FRL
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    G15404283Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404284Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  32. Release harness from RH floor support bracket
    NOTE: 2x clips, 1 datum
    G15404285Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  33. Disconnect 40 seat harness
    NOTE: 4x connectors, Release connectors from bracket for better access by depressing bracket locks, Release locking tabs before disconnecting
    G15404286Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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  34. Remove 40 seat assembly from vehicle
    NOTE: Recommend assistance
    G15404290Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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  35. Unfold 40 seat assembly
    G15404292Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  36. Insert wedge to RH seat to gain access
    NOTE: Carefully insert wedge between RH 2nd row seat and 2nd row outer recliner cover to gain access
    G15404293Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  37. Release clip and remove RH recliner lever
    NOTE: 1x clip, carefully release clip from insert and remove RH recliner lever by pulling outward
    G15404294Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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    G15404296Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  38. Remove clip holding RH seat outer recliner cover
    NOTE: 1x clip
    G15404297Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  39. Remove bolt holding RH seat outer recliner cover
    NOTE: 1x bolt, 10 mm, 4 N.m
    G15404298Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  40. Release clips and remove RH seat outer recliner cover from seat
    NOTE: 4x clips, release clips and lift upward to remove from vehicle
    G15404299Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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    G15404301Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  41. Remove the seat belt from the RH 40 seat
    NOTE: 1x bolt, T50, 45 N.m, Discard patch bolt
    G15404302Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  42. Release 2nd row RH seat belt buckle harness
    NOTE: 1x connector, 1x edge clip, 1x clip, Release clips after disconnecting harness
    G15404303Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404304Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  43. Remove 2nd row RH seat belt buckle
    NOTE: 1x bolt, T50, 45 N.m
    G15404305Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404306Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  44. Remove 2nd row 40 seat inner hinge cover
    NOTE: 1x clip, 4x tabs, Pull away from seat to release clips, then release tabs from bottom up, Lift to release top edge from seat frame
    G15404307Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404308Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  45. Release seat cushion trim from 40 seat bracket assembly
    NOTE: 6x J-clips
    G15404309Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404310Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  46. Release 40 seat assembly heater and seat belt reminder connections
    NOTE: 2x connectors, 1x clip, Release clip at seat belt reminder harness
    G15404311Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404312Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  47. Remove 40 seat cushion
    NOTE: Guide harness and tension flaps underneath backrest
    G15404313Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404314Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  48. Release 40 seat back upholstery
    NOTE: 1x J-hook
    G15404315Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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    G15404318Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  49. Unzip 40 seat back upholstery on LH and RH sides of backrest cover
    NOTE: Ends of zippers are tucked underneath upholstery, Using a pick will aid in moving the zipper
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    G15404322Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  50. Remove plastic seat back from 40 seat assembly
    NOTE: 5x clips, 2x Velcro strips, Fold backrest cover over the headrest for access
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  51. Disconnect 40 seat heater and side airbag connectors
    NOTE: 2x connectors, 1x clip, Side airbag clipped to backrest frame
    G15404326Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404327Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404328Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  52. Release 40 seat side airbag
    NOTE: 2x nuts, 13 mm, 20 N.m, Discard nuts after removal, Pull side airbag away from backrest frame and clear of mounting studs
    G15404329Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404330Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  53. Release the lower part of the 40 seat back cushion from seat frame
    NOTE: Guide harness and tension flaps through seat back frame
    G15404331Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  54. Remove 40 seat back trim subassembly from the backrest frame
    NOTE: Lift trim subassembly to release from the frame
    G15404332Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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    G15404334Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  55. Install 40 seat back trim subassembly to the backrest frame
    NOTE: Slide trim subassembly over headrest bracket down to seat controller bracket
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    G15404337Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  56. Secure the lower part of the 40 seat back cushion to seat frame
    NOTE: Guide harness and tension flaps through seat back frame
    G15404338Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  57. Secure 40 seat side airbag
    NOTE: 2x nuts, 13 mm, 20 N.m, Position side airbag mounting studs through backrest frame, Install new bolts
    G15404339Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404340Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  58. Connect 40 seat heater and side airbag connectors
    NOTE: 2x connectors, 1x clip, Side airbag clipped to backrest frame
    G15404341Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404342Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404343Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  59. Secure plastic seat back to 40 seat frame
    NOTE: 5x clips, 2x Velcro strips, Fold backrest cover over the headrest for access
    G15404344Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404345Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404346Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  60. Zip 40 seat back upholstery on LH and RH sides of backrest cover
    NOTE: Ensure ends of zippers are tucked underneath upholstery, Using a pick will aid in moving the zipper
    G15404347Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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    G15404350Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  61. Secure 40 seat back upholstery to backrest cover
    NOTE: 1x J-hook
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    G15404352Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404353Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404354Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  62. Install 40 seat cushion
    NOTE: Guide harness and tension flaps underneath backrest
    G15404355Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404356Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404357Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  63. Secure 40 seat assembly heater and seat belt reminder connections
    NOTE: 2x connectors, 1x clip, Secure clip at seat belt reminder harness
    G15404358Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404359Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  64. Secure seat cushion trim to 40 seat bracket assembly
    NOTE: 6x J-clips
    G15404360Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404361Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  65. Install 2nd row 40 seat inner hinge cover
    NOTE: 1x clip, 4x tabs, Slide upper tabs down onto seat frame, then secure clips and tabs
    G15404362Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404363Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  66. Install 2nd row RH seat belt buckle
    NOTE: 1x bolt, T50, 45 N.m
    G15404364Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404365Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  67. Secure 2nd row RH seat belt buckle harness
    NOTE: 1x connector, 1x edge clip, 1x clip
    G15404366Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404367Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  68. Install the seat belt to the RH 40 seat frame
    NOTE: 1x bolt, T50, 45 N.m, Install new bolt
    G15404368Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  69. Install RH seat outer recliner cover to seat
    NOTE: 4x clips, Hook the top right corner to seat before securing clips
    G15404369Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404370Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404371Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  70. Secure bolt holding RH seat outer recliner to seat
    NOTE: 1x bolt, 10 mm, 4 N.m
    G15404372Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  71. Secure clip holding RH seat outer recliner to seat
    NOTE: 1x clip
    G15404373Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  72. Install RH recliner lever
    NOTE: Push into seat and allow clip to set fully
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    G15404377Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  73. Fold down 40 seat
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  74. Install 40 seat assembly into vehicle
    NOTE: Recommend assistance, Make sure guide pins are aligned properly
    G15404379Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404380Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  75. Connect 40 seat assembly harness
    NOTE: 4x connectors, Ensure connector locks engaged, Secure connector housings to bracket
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    G15404383Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404384Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  76. Secure 40 seat harness to RH floor support bracket
    NOTE: 2x clips, 1x datum
    G15404385Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  77. Install RH 2nd row seat carpet support bracket
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 5 N.m
    G15404386Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404387Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404388Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  78. Install bolts securing the front seat track on 40 seat hand tight
    NOTE: 6x patch bolts, 11 mm, 45 N.m, Install new patch bolts, Torque at a later step
    G15404389Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  79. Install remaining rear 40 seat track bolts
    NOTE: 4x bolts, 11 mm, 45 N.m, Install new patched bolts
    G15404390Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  80. Torque the front 40 seat track bolts
    NOTE: 6x bolts, 11 mm, 45 N.m, Torque the most forward bolt on each side before the outer bolts
    G15404391Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  81. Install RH bench seat floor support
    G15404392Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  82. Install 2nd row rear carpet floor board
    NOTE: 2x clips, Slide panel down behind seats, Lower front of panel to engage clips
    G15404393Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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  83. Fold trunk carpet into original position
    NOTE: Fold carpet down over harpoon brackets
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    G15404398Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  84. Install 2nd row mid carpet floor board
    NOTE: 5x clips, Replace clips if damaged, Install rear of panel into position and then secure clips
    G15404399Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404400Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404401Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  85. Install LH lower C-pillar
    NOTE: 1x patch bolt, T25, 2.5 N.m, 2x screws, T20, 2 N.m, 13x clips, Install new patch bolt
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    G15404405Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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  86. Install LH rear sill assembly
    NOTE: 8x clips, 1x datum
    G15404407Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404408Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  87. Install LH mid C-pillar trim
    NOTE: 9x clips, 5x tabs, 1x screw, T20, 2 N.m
    G15404409Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404410Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404411Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  88. Install RH lower C-pillar trim
    NOTE: 1x patch bolt, T25, 2.5 N.m, 2x screws, T20, 2 N.m, 12x clips, Install new patch bolt
    G15404412Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404413Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404414Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  89. Install RH rear sill assembly
    NOTE: 8x clips, 1x datum
    G15404415Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404416Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  90. Install RH mid C-Pillar trim
    NOTE: 1x screw, T20, 2 N.m, 9x clips
    G15404417Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404418Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  91. Install RH trunk sill side trim
    NOTE: 4x clips, 1x datum
    G15404419Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404420Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  92. Install LH trunk sill side trim
    NOTE: 4x clips, 1x datum
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  93. Install trunk gap hider
    G15404423Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  94. Install LH trunk side mini nub
    NOTE: 1x clip, 3x tabs
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    G15404426Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  95. Install RH trunk side mini nub
    NOTE: 1x clip, 3x tabs
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    G15404428Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  96. Install flat trunk load floor
    G15404429Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  97. Install trunk rear load floor
    G15404430Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  98. Connect First Responder Loop and LV battery connector
    NOTE: 2x connectors, Secure FRL first, Seat LV battery connection and push black connector lock inwards to secure, Engage upper locking tab when fully seated
    G15404431Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G15404432Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  99. Install rear underhood apron
    NOTE: 11x clips, 2x datums
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    G15404434Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  100. Close hood
  101. Close liftgate via UI
    NOTE: Controls > Trunk
  102. Remove masking tape from the RH lower C-pillar and from the race tracks
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  103. Unfold the 40 seat assembly
  104. Move RH front seat to original position
  105. Close RH front door
  106. Remove masking tape from the LH lower C-pillar and from the race tracks
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  107. Unfold the 60 seat assembly
  108. Calibrate the rear doors.
    NOTE: If the "Calibration Needed" message appears on the vehicle touchscreen, touch and hold Calibrate  to calibrate the rear doors.
  109. Move LH front seat to original position
  110. Raise LH and RH front windows
  111. Close LH front door
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