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Side Shield - Outboard - Driver Seat - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Move the driver seat forward and raise the seat to the highest position.
    CAUTION: Adjust the seat back to avoid contact with the headliner, if necessary.
  3. Release the lock that attaches the LH front seat belt to the seat.
    NOTE: Rotate the lock mechanism counter clockwise to release the seat belt.
    G15405002Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  4. Remove the screw that attaches the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat assembly.

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

    • Torx T20 socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    G15405003Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  5. Carefully release the clips (x7) that attach the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat assembly, but do not fully remove the side shield from the seat assembly.
    G15405004Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  6. Disconnect the electrical harness from the seat switch.
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  7. Remove the driver seat cushion adjust button. See BUTTON - CUSHION ADJUST - DRIVER SEAT (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  8. Remove the driver seat recliner adjust button. See BUTTON - RECLINER ADJUST - DRIVER SEAT (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  9. Remove the screws (x3) that attach the back rest and cushion adjust switch to the driver seat outboard side shield, and then remove the switch from the side shield.
    WARNING: Do not remove the Phillips head screws or damage may occur to the seat switch.

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

    • Torx T20 socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    G15405007Courtesy of TESLA, INC.