2025-04-22

Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (2025+) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code New 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE 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.
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This procedure describes work that is specific to 2025+ Model S.
  1. Open LH front door
  2. Remove LH mid A-pillar trim
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    1x clip, 2x tabs
  3. Remove LH IP end cap
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    4x clips
  4. Remove LH upper A-pillar trim
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    2x tethered clips, 1x clip, 2x connector, Pull inside of the upper portion of upper A-pillar, Depress 2x tabs to remove each tether from body side, Disconnect tweeter, Then pull upper A-pillar upward to remove
  5. Install LH upper A-pillar trim
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    2x tethered clips, 1x clip, 2x connector, Slide bottom of trim along IP and speaker grill, attach each tether to body side, Set clips starting at the bottom and work up, Pull seal over trim
  6. Install LH IP end cap
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    4x clips
  7. Install LH mid A-pillar trim
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    1x clip, 2x tabs, Verify weather seal is seated properly
  8. Close LH front door
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    Close doors