2025-07-03

Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1518006151 1518006152 1518006161 1518006162 FRT 0.24 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-07-03: Removed steps for IP quarter panel, added notes for clarity, added images.
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This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Remove the front header trim. See Trim - Header - Front (Remove and Install).
  3. Remove the LH mid A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Install).
  4. Disconnect the LH upper A-pillar electrical connector.
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    Note
    Release the lower A-pillar as needed.
  5. Apply masking tape to the top pad around the upper A-pillar trim area to prevent damage.
  6. Release the trim clips (x8) and tether clip that attach the LH upper A-pillar trim to the A-pillar, disconnect the electrical connector and release the harness clip, and then remove the bolt that attaches the tether to the A-pillar.
    6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Depress the tabs on either side of tether clip to release.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket

Install

  1. Position the LH upper A-pillar trim to the A-pillar, install the bolt that attaches the tether to the A-pillar, connect the electrical connector and install the harness clip, and then secure the clips (x8) that attach the trim to the vehicle.
    6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
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    Make sure the tether is correctly oriented.
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    Replace any missing or damaged clips.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  2. Remove the masking tape.
  3. Connect the LH upper A-pillar electrical connector.
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    Note
    Secure the lower A-pillar trim as needed.
  4. Install the LH mid A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Install).
  5. Install the front header trim. See Trim - Header - Front (Remove and Install).
  6. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.