Headliner (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 1520010012 FRT 0.96 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.
- 2024-03-14: Added rear-dome-light-related Toolbox routines and changed the steps of removing the rear view mirror to steps of flipping the mirror upwards.
Torque Specifications
Description | Torque Value | Recommended Tools | Reuse/Replace | Notes |
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Screw that attaches the LH rear coat hook to the body. |
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Reuse |
Remove
- Remove the LH and RH sun visors. See Sun Visor Assembly, LH (Remove and Replace).
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Flip the rear view mirror upwards to provide more space for releasing the front
headliner.
CAUTIONMake sure not to damage the rear view mirror when releasing the headliner.
- Remove the LH side rail trim. See Trim - Side Rail - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH 2nd row seat side bolster. See Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the 2nd row seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH lower B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH middle B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Push to open the LH rear coat hook.
- Use a small flat head screwdriver to pry open the LH rear coat hook screw cover.
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Remove the screw that
attaches the LH rear coat hook to the body.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 2 in extension
- Torx T25 socket
- Torque Wrench Hexagon - 1060071-00-A (for installation only)
- Repeat step 3 through step 12 on the RH side of the vehicle.
- Move the LH and RH front seat fully rearward, and then move the LH and RH seat back to the down position.
- Release the brackets that attach the headliner electrical harness to the LH A-pillar area.
- Disconnect the headliner electrical harness connector.
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Release the clips (x10) that
attach the headliner to the body.
WarningThe video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
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With an assistant, remove the headliner from the vehicle.
NoteRemove the headliner through the front passenger door.
Install
- With the help of an assistant, move the headliner through the front passenger doorway and into the cabin.
- Install the headliner to the body, and then fasten the clips that attach the headliner to the body.
- Connect the electrical harness to the headliner connector.
- Fasten the clips that attach the headliner electrical harness to the LH A-pillar area.
- Restore the rear view mirror to original position.
- Install the LH and RH sun visors. See Sun Visor Assembly, LH (Remove and Replace).
- Move the LH and RH front seats forward.
- Push to open the new LH rear coat hook.
- Use a small flat head screwdriver to pry open the new LH rear coat hook screw cover.
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Install the screw that
attaches the LH rear coat hook to the body.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 2 in extension
- Torx T25 socket
- Torque Wrench Hexagon - 1060071-00-A (for installation only)
- Close the LH rear coat hook screw cover.
- Close the LH rear coat hook.
- Install the LH side rail trim. See Trim - Side Rail - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH middle B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH lower B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Repeat step 8through step 17 on the RH side of the vehicle.
- Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH 2nd row seat side bolster. See Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
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Select the
Actions
tab, search forTEST-SELF_VCLEFT_REAR-DOME-LIGHTS
, click on TEST-SELF_VCLEFT_REAR-DOME-LIGHTSvia Toolbox: (link), clickRun
, and allow the routine to complete. - Disconnect the laptop.
- Reinstall the firmware. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen.