2026-08-09

Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - RH (2025+) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code New FRT 0.18 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated 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. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-06-13: Released new procedure.
Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.
Note
This procedure describes work that is specific to 2025+ Model S.

Remove

  1. Remove LH and RH side bolster trims. See Bolster - Outer - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  3. Fold the RH 2nd row seat to the down position.
    CAUTION
    If seat cushion is not present, protect the seat as required.
  4. Remove the NVH foam bag from the inside of the lower C-pillar trim.
  5. Use a pry tool to carefully release the clips (x9) that attach the RH lower C-pillar trim to the C-pillar, and then remove the trim from the vehicle.
  6. Release the clips (x3) that attach the RH mid C-pillar trim to the C-pillar, and then remove the trim from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the RH mid C-pillar trim onto the LH C-pillar, and then fasten the clips (x3) that attach the trim to the vehicle.
    Note
    Replace any damaged clips.
  2. Position the RH lower C-pillar trim onto the C-pillar, and then fasten the clips (x9) that attach the trim to the vehicle.
    Note
    Pull the seal over trim.
  3. Install the NVH foam bag inside of the lower C-pillar trim.
  4. Fold the RH 2nd row seat to the up position.
    Note
    Remove the seat cushion protection.
  5. Install 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install LH and RH side bolster trims. See Bolster - Outer - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).