05/05/2020 12:25:47

Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 15183402 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.

Remove

  1. Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH 2nd row seat side bolster. See Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the LH rear sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Release the clips that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the vehicle, and then set the trim aside.
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    Note
    Pull the bottom of the LH upper B-pillar trim towards the inside of the vehicle to release the bottom clips, and then pull the top of the trim to release the remaining upper clips.
  8. Release the clips that attach the LH lower B-pillar trim to the body, and remove the trim from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Remove any remaining LH lower B-pillar trim clips from the LH B-pillar, and if the LH lower B-pillar trim is to be later installed, remove all clips from the trim.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

  • If reusing the same LH lower B-pillar trim, install new clips onto the trim.
  • Align the LH lower B-pillar trim bottom guide tab with the slot, engage the bottom clips, and then work upward to engage the remaining clips.
  • Make sure that the door seal overlaps the LH lower B-pillar trim.