20/07/2023 19:34:50

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

Correction code 15184002 0.06 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.

  • 2023-07-06: Added a video in step 5 of Remove part.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door.
  2. Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH middle A-Pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Release the clips that attach the LH upper A-pillar trim to the A-pillar.
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    Note
    Release the top clip first and work forward and down.
  5. Release the LH upper A-pillar trim tether by twisting and pulling the tether hooks (x3) away from the LH upper A-pillar trim.
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    CAUTION
    Do not remove the LH upper A-pillar trim tether from the body side. If removed from the body side, the tether will have to be replaced.
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    Warning
    The 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.
  6. Pull upwards to remove the LH upper A-pillar trim from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Remove any remaining LH upper A-pillar trim clips from the LH A-pillar, and if the LH upper A-pillar trim is to be later installed, remove all clips from the trim.

Install

  1. If reusing the same LH upper A-pillar trim, install new clips onto the trim.
  2. Make sure that the clips are undamaged, and at the correct positions on the trim.
  3. Fasten the tether hooks (x3) to the LH upper A-pillar trim.
  4. Insert the front lower edge of the trim into the instrument panel carrier, and then firmly fasten the clips that attach the LH upper A-pillar trim to the A-pillar.
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    Note
    Fasten the top clip first, and then work toward the front of the vehicle.
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    Note
    Look through the windshield from outside of the vehicle to check that the LH upper A-pillar trim is flush with the A-pillar.
  5. Pull the primary front side body seal over the LH upper A-pillar trim.
  6. Install the LH middle A-Pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Install the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).