2022-12-20

Cover - Seat Back - 2nd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13081002 0.30 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

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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. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Open the LH rear door and lower the LH rear window.
  3. Move the driver seat fully forward.
  4. Remove the LH 2nd row back panel. See Back Panel – 2nd Row Seat – LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH 2nd row headrest. See Headrest - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the LH and RH 2nd row backrest guide locks. See Guide Lock - Headrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  7. Disconnect the LH 2nd row backrest harness, and then release the clip that attaches the harness to the backrest.
  8. Disconnect the LH 2nd row backrest cushion heat pad electrical connector.
  9. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row backrest cushion to the back frame.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  10. Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the vertical position, but do not latch the seat back.
  11. Release the clips (x4) that attach the LH 2nd row backrest cushion to the backrest frame, and then remove the cushion assembly from the vehicle.
  12. Release the clips that attach the LH 2nd row backrest cushion heat pad harness to the LH 2nd row seat back substrate.
  13. Release the hooks (x4) that attach the bottom portion of the LH 2nd row seat back cover to the LH 2nd row seat back substrate.
  14. Release clips (x4) that attach the LH 2nd row seat back cover to the LH 2nd row seat back substrate.
  15. Release the hooks (x6) and clips (x2) that attach the top portion of the LH 2nd row seat back cover to the LH 2nd row seat back substrate.
  16. Pull the top portion of the LH 2nd row seat back cover down and off of the LH 2nd row seat back substrate.
  17. Remove the LH 2nd row seat back substrate from the cushion assembly.
  18. Release the velcro that attaches the LH 2nd row seat back cover to the LH 2nd row seat back foam.
  19. Use diagonal cutters to cut the hog rings (x3) that attach the LH 2nd row seat back cover to the 2nd row seat back foam.
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    Note
    Push down on the foam to allow access to the rings.
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    Remove any excess hog ring pieces.
  20. Remove the LH 2nd row seat back cover from the seat back foam.

Install

  1. Position the LH 2nd row seat back cover onto the LH 2nd row seat back foam.
  2. Use hog ring pliers to crimp the hog rings (x3) to secure the LH 2nd row seat back cover to the 2nd row seat back foam.
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    Place the hog ring into the hog ring pliers prior to installation.
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    Push down on foam to allow access, if necessary.
  3. Secure the velcro that attaches the LH 2nd row seat back cover to the 2nd row seat back foam.
  4. Install the LH 2nd row seat back substrate into the cushion assembly.
  5. Pull the top portion of LH 2nd row seat back cover up and onto the LH 2nd row seat back substrate.
  6. Secure the hooks (x6) and clips (x2) that attach the top portion of LH 2nd row seat back cover to the LH 2nd row seat back substrate.
  7. Fasten clips (x4) that attach the LH 2nd row seat back cover to the LH 2nd row seat back substrate.
  8. Secure the hooks (x4) that attach the bottom portion of the LH 2nd row seat back cover to the LH 2nd row seat back substrate.
  9. Fasten the clips (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row backrest cushion heat pad harness to the LH 2nd row seat back substrate.
  10. Position the LH 2nd row backrest cushion onto the backrest frame, and then fasten the clips (x4) that attach the cushion to the frame.
  11. Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the down position.
  12. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row backrest cushion to the back frame.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  13. Connect the LH 2nd row backrest cushion heat pad electrical connector.
  14. Fasten the clip that attaches the LH 2nd row backrest harness to the backrest, and then connect the electrical connector.
  15. Install the LH and RH 2nd row backrest guide locks. See Guide Lock - Headrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  16. Install the LH 2nd row headrest. See Headrest - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
  17. Install the LH 2nd row back panel. See Back Panel – 2nd Row Seat – LH (Remove and Replace).
  18. Raise the LH rear window and the LH rear door.
  19. Restore the driver seat back to its original position.
  20. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.