Curtain Airbag - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 20012002 0.96 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.
Remove
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH upper A-pillar bracket. See Bracket - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the driver sun visor. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Move the driver seat forward.
- Open the LH rear door.
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Release the LH front seat belt.
NoteTurn release mechanism counter clockwise, turn back clockwise after releasing
- Remove the LH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Push open the LH rear coat hook.
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Pry open to release the tabs (x2) that attach the LH rear coat hook screw cover.
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Remove the LH rear coat hook screw.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- T25 socket
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Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the down position.
NoteRelease the seat from either the button at the backrest or from the trunk switch. If the 2nd row lower seat cushion is not present, protect the seat as required.
- Remove the rear trunk parcel shelf. See Parcel Shelf - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace).
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Release the clips (x7) that attach the LH upper C-pillar trim to the C-pillar, and then move the trim aside.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the rear headliner to the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Open the RH front door.
- Remove the front passenger sun visor. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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Release the clips (x4), tether clips (x3) and hook that attach the LH rear of the headliner to the vehicle.
NoteThe headliner will be supported by tethers when released. Push upward and inward to release the hooks on the coat hook assemblies from the body.
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Release the tether clips (x3) from the LH roof body.
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Secure the LH tether clips to the headliner.
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Release the LH coat hook bracket from the body.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended
- T20 socket
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Disconnect the LH curtain airbag electrical connector.
NotePull back on the tab to release the connector from the LH curtain airbag assembly.
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Remove the bolts (x8) and release the clips (x2) that attach the LH curtain airbag to the body.CAUTIONDo NOT use impact tool to remove the self-tapping bolts.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Remove the LH curtain airbag from the vehicle.
Install
- Position the LH curtain air bag into the vehicle for installation.
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Install the bolts (x8) and fasten the clips (x2) that attach the LH curtain airbag to the body.CAUTIONAll fasteners should be hand-started first to avoid cross-threading, as the fasteners of the air bag are self-tapping. Do NOT use impact tool to install self-tapping bolts. Bolts are equipped with curtain air bag.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Connect the LH curtain airbag electrical connector, and then secure the safety lock.
- Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
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Secure the LH coat hook bracket to the headliner.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended
- T20 socket
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Install the LH rear coat hook screw.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- T25 socket
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Close the LH rear coat hook screw cover.
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Push the LH rear coat hook closed.
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Install the clips (x4), tether clips (x3) and hook that attach the LH rear of the headliner to the vehicle.
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Install the bolt that attaches the rear headliner to the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Install the front passenger sun visor. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Position the LH upper C-pillar trim onto the C-pillar, and then fasten the clips (x7) that attach the trim to the vehicle.
NoteInstall the seat belt through the LH upper C-Pillar.
- Install the rear trunk parcel shelf. See Parcel Shelf - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Secure the LH front seat belt.
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Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the vertical position.
NoteRemove seat cushion protection.
- Close the LH rear door.
- Move the driver seat to the original position.
- Install the driver sun visor. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH upper A-pillar bracket. See Bracket - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).