2025-04-07

Buckle - 2nd Row - Center (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 20057202 0.18 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.

  • 2023-06-29: Added a video at Step 4 in Remove part.
  • 2152873-00-A Tool, Inductive Heating

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Buckle - 2nd Row - Center (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attaches the RH and center buckles to the body
40 Nm (29.5 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
Replace

Remove

  1. Remove the 2nd row seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  2. Disconnect the RH and center seat buckle electrical connectors.
  3. Release the bracket that attaches the female side of the electrical connectors to the body studs.
  4. Remove and discard the bolt, and then remove the RH and center seat buckles together.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    If the bolt is hard to remove, use an inductive heating tool to melt the adhesive patch material. Position the inductive heating tool coil around the bolt, and then heat the bolt for 20 seconds. Allow the bolt to cool down for 2 minutes, and then remove and discard the bolt.

Install

  1. Install new bolt that attaches the RH and center seat buckles to the body.
    40 Nm (29.5 lbs-ft)
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Ensure the fastener is going through both the RH and center buckle anchor plates.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Ensure the guide slot on the center buckle anchor plate is aligned with the pin on the RH buckle anchor plate.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
  2. Install the bracket that attaches the female side of the connectors to the body studs.
  3. Connect the RH and center seat buckle electrical connectors.
  4. Install the 2nd row seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  5. Raise all windows and close all doors