10/12/2024 13:20:54

Motor - Seat Tilt - Front Seat (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1301020072 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 2024-12-10: Added mini-tilt motor configuration information.
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Warning
Seat base edges are sharp and can cause personal injury. Wear cut resistant gloves when removing the seat from the vehicle, and while performing procedures that involve work on or near the seat base.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Motor - Seat Tilt - Front Seat (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x3) that attach the driver seat tilt motor to the seat frame
7.5 Nm (5.5 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 8 mm deep socket
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches the driver seat tilt motor adjustment arm to the seat assembly
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T40 socket
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the driver seat outboard side shield. See Side Shield - Outboard - LH (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    It is not necessary to remove the seat cushion button switch, the recliner button switch and the 8 way switch.
  2. Disconnect the electrical harness from the driver seat tilt motor connector.
  3. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the driver seat tilt motor to the seat frame.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 8 mm deep socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Remove the bolt that attaches the driver seat tilt motor adjustment arm to the seat assembly, and then remove the driver seat tilt motor from the seat frame.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench

Install

  1. Position the driver seat tilt motor to the seat frame for installation.
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    Hold the tilt motor up and against the seat frame. Ensure the motor alignment pins are visible in the seat frame.
  2. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the driver seat tilt motor to the seat frame.
    7.5 Nm (5.5 lbs-ft)
  3. Install the bolt that attaches the driver seat tilt motor adjustment arm to the seat assembly.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Connect the electrical harness to the driver seat tilt motor connector.
  5. Install the driver seat outboard side shield. See Side Shield - Outboard - LH (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    It is not necessary to install the the seat cushion button switch, the recliner button switch and the 8 way switch.
  6. Replacement front seat assemblies and seat cushion frame assemblies procured after June 2024 are equipped with a newly-designed Tesla "mini-tilt" motor, and replacing these parts (or the tilt motor itself) might require a configuration change. Review the configuration information in the table and perform the following substeps if a configuration update is needed.
    1. Access the Vehicle Configuration section of the Infotainment Dashboard. See Gateway Configuration (Display and Change).
    2. Update cfg_frontSeattype according to the combination of tilt motors described in the table.
  7. Use the touchscreen to enable Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  8. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway Unlock
  9. Use the vehicle touchscreen to perform seat calibration.
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    Controls > Service > Seat Calibration > Start