13/09/2024 14:06:28

Front Seat Sliders and Controllers - 1R Power Lumbar Seatback Assembly (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1301061021 1301061022 FRT 0.42 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 2024-09-13: Added note to install new clips securing the lumbar pump foam housing to the seat frame.
  • 2024-04-03: Cleaned up topic.
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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. Open the LH rear door and lower the LH rear window.
  3. Remove the LH 1st row seat assembly. See Front Seat Assemblies - 1st Row Seat Assembly - LH Drive - LH - Black (Remove and Install).
  4. With assistance, place the seat on a protected surface such as a 500 lb portable bench or similar with the underside of the seat accessible.
  5. Release the seat back elastic straps (x2) from the seat frame.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Pick Miniature Soft Grip, 90 degree tip, 6 in
  6. Remove the LH outboard side shield. See Front Seat Covers and Pads - 1R LH Outboard Cybershield Fab (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the LH front seat inboard cover. See Front Seat Covers and Pads - 1R LH Inboard Cybershield Paint (Remove and Install).
  8. Unzip (x2) the LH seatback trim.
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    Note
    Pull the tails of the zippers outside the seatback, and then unzip the trim.
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    Note
    Use of a straight pick can aid in moving the zipper pulls.
  9. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH 1st row seatback lumbar assembly to the seat assembly
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  10. Disconnect the electrical connectors (x2), release the retaining clips (x4), and then pull the LH 1st row seatback lumbar assembly downwards out of the guides (x2) to remove it from the seat assembly.
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    Note
    Discard the clips securing the lumbar pump foam housing after removal.

Install

  1. Position the LH 1st row seatback lumbar assembly into the seat assembly, push the lumbar assembly upwards into the guides, secure the retaining clips (x4), and then connect the electrical connectors (x2).
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    Note
    Install new clips securing lumbar pump foam housing onto seat frame.
  2. Install the bolt that attaches the LH 1st row seatback lumbar assembly to the seat.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  3. Zip the LH seatback trim.
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    x2 zippers
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    Zip each side of seatback trim, and then tuck in the tails.
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    Note
    Use of a straight pick can aid in moving the zipper pulls.
  4. Install the LH front seat inboard cover. See Front Seat Covers and Pads - 1R LH Inboard Cybershield Paint (Remove and Install).
  5. Install the LH outboard side shield. See Front Seat Covers and Pads - 1R LH Outboard Cybershield Fab (Remove and Install).
  6. Install the seat back elastic straps (x2) onto the seat frame.
  7. Install the LH 1st row seat assembly. See Front Seat Assemblies - 1st Row Seat Assembly - LH Drive - LH - Black (Remove and Install).
  8. Raise the LH rear window and close the LH rear door.
  9. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.