Retractor - Seatbelt - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 20054102 0.48 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.
- 2023-07-19: Removed unnecessary steps.
Remove
- Open all the doors and lower all the windows.
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Move the front seats forward.
- Remove the LH and RH 2nd row seat outer bolster. See Bolster - Outer - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Use a flathead screwdriver to
rotate the lock mechanism on the front seat belt linkage counterclockwise to
release it from the pretensioner, and then slide the linkage off the
pretensioner and set it aside.
CAUTIONDO NOT rotate clockwise to avoid damage to the mechanism.NoteThe linkage design may vary, but will function the same.NoteThe lock screw will remain in the horizontal position when released.NoteA light audible click will be heard when the linkage is released.
- Remove the LH lower B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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Disconnect the LH 1st row seatbelt
retractor connectors (x2).
- Remove the seatbelt intermediate web guide. See Seatbelt Intermediate Web Guide (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the bolt that attaches the LH 1st row seatbelt retractor to the upper
B-pillar.NoteThe bolt is captive and will be replaced with the new part.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T50 socket
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Remove and discard the bolt that
attaches the LH 1st row seatbelt retractor to the lower B-pillar, and then remove the
retractor from the vehicle.NoteThe bolt is captive and will be replaced with the new part.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
Install
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Position the LH 1st row seatbelt
retractor to the lower B-pillar, and then install a new bolt that attaches the retractor
to the vehicle.NoteThe bolt is captive and will be replaced with the new part.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
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Install the bolt that attaches the LH 1st row seatbelt retractor to the upper
B-pillar.NoteThe bolt is captive and will be replaced with the new part.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T50 socket
- Install the seatbelt intermediate web guide. See Seatbelt Intermediate Web Guide (Remove and Replace).
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Connect the LH 1st row seatbelt
retractor connectors (x2).
- Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH lower B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the upright position.
- Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH and RH 2nd row seat outer bolster. See Bolster - Outer - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Install the front seat belt
linkage to the pretensioner:
- Move the front seats to the original positions.
- Raise all the windows and close all the doors.