02/03/2020 13:50:14

Cover - Seat Back - Driver's (Premium Seats) (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 13041002

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Note
This procedure is only valid for vehicles with Tesla Premium Seats.

Removal

  1. Move the driver's seat fully forward.
  2. Starting from the top of the seat back cover, use a trim tool to release the clips (x12) that secure the seat back cover.
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    CAUTION
    The carpet is still attached to the bottom of the seat back cover.
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    CAUTION
    Take care not to damage component(s).
  3. Release the clips (x3) that secure the carpet to the bottom of the seat back cover.
  4. Remove the seat back cover. Place the seat back cover on a soft, clean surface.

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

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CAUTION
Replace any broken clips.
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CAUTION
Take care not to scratch or damage the outside of the seat back cover during handling.
  1. Make sure that the foam piece did not fall from the rear of the headrest.
    Figure 1. Foam highlighted
  2. Install the seat back cover working from the bottom to the top of the seat.
  3. Make sure that the seat back cover is fully secured to the seat.
  4. Return the seat to its original position.