19/12/2022 15:28:16

Armrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13058002 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.

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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 all the doors and open all the windows.
  2. Move the driver and front passenger seats fully forward.
  3. Remove the LH and RH 2nd row seat outer bolsters. See Bolster - Outer - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the 2nd row center seat belt lower anchor to the vehicle, and then release the lower anchor from the vehicle.
    25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  6. Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the down position.
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    Note
    If the seat cushion is not present, protect the seat as required.
  7. Remove the LH 2nd row seat back panel. See Back Panel – 2nd Row Seat – LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the vertical position, but do not latch the seat back.
  9. Release the 2nd row armrest.
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    Note
    The release button is located behind the 2nd row center headrest.
  10. Release the clips (x3) and release the hooks (x4) that attach the 2nd row armrest trim to the backrest frame, and then pull the trim upward and out to release it from the backrest frame. Release the upholstery from the trim.
  11. Secure 2nd row center armrest.
  12. Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the down position.
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    Note
    If the seat cushion is not present, protect the seat as required.
  13. Disconnect the LH 2nd row seat back harness electrical connector.
  14. Release the clip that attaches the LH 2nd row seat back harness to the pivot bracket.
  15. Release the pivot bushing that attaches the LH 2nd row seat back assembly to the pivot bracket.
  16. Slightly tilt the LH 2nd row seat back upward, and then pull the LH 2nd row pivot cast upward to release it from the pivot bracket.
  17. Release the LH 2nd row seat back from the RH pivot, and then remove the seat back from the vehicle.
  18. Place the LH 2nd row seat back assembly upside down on a padded workbench.
  19. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH 2nd row seat bolster assembly to the back frame.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  20. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the 2nd row center armrest harness electrical connector.
  21. Remove the nuts (x4) that attach the 2nd row armrest to the back frame.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
  22. Remove the LH 2nd row armrest bun. See Bun - Armrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  23. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the 2nd row armrest to the back frame.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  24. Manually release the retractable datums that attach the 2nd row armrest to the seat back assembly.
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    Note
    Press and hold the datums, then pivot the armrest to the 1 o'clock position.
  25. Release the fasteners (x2) and studs (x4) that attach the 2nd row armrest to the seat back assembly, and then maneuver the trim around the pivot to remove the armrest from the assembly.

Install

  1. Maneuver the trim around the pivot, and then secure the 2nd row armrest onto the seat back assembly.
  2. Manually secure the retractable datums that attach the 2nd row armrest the seat back assembly.
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    Note
    Ensure the datums are engaged.
  3. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the 2nd row armrest to the back frame.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  4. Install the clips (x3) that attach the 2nd row armrest bun to the seat back assembly.
  5. Install the clips (x2) that attach the 2nd row armrest bun to the seat assembly.
  6. Install the clips (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row bolster assembly to the seat assembly.
  7. Position the seat back assembly upside down on the padded workbench.
  8. Install the nuts (x4) that attach the 2nd row armrest to the back frame.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
  9. Connect the LH 2nd row center armrest harness electrical connector, and then engage the locking tab.
  10. Install the bolt that attaches the LH 2nd row seat bolster assembly to the back frame.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  11. Position the LH 2nd row seat back into the vehicle, and then secure the seat back into the RH pivot.
  12. Slightly tilt the LH 2nd row seat back upward, and then press the LH 2nd row pivot cast downward to secure it to the pivot bracket.
  13. Install the pivot bushing that attaches the LH 2nd row seat back assembly to the pivot bracket.
  14. Fasten the clip that attaches the LH 2nd row seat back harness to the pivot bracket.
  15. Connect the LH 2nd row seat back harness electrical connector.
  16. Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the up position.
  17. Release the 2nd row armrest.
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    Note
    The release button is located behind the 2nd row center headrest.
  18. Install the center armrest trim.
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    Note
    x1 push clip, x4 hooks, x2 clips
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    Note
    Slide the trim down and into the 2nd row back frame.
  19. Fold the 2nd row armrest up.
  20. Fold LH 2nd row seat to the down position.
  21. Install the LH 2nd row seat back panel. See Back Panel – 2nd Row Seat – LH (Remove and Replace).
  22. Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the up position.
  23. Install a new bolt that attaches the 2nd row center seat belt lower anchor to the vehicle.
    25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  24. Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  25. Install the LH and RH 2nd row seat outer bolsters. See Bolster - Outer - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
  26. Restore the driver and front passenger seats back to their original position.
  27. Close all doors and raise all windows.