2023-06-19

Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 15183002 0.18 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

  • 2023-06-19: Updated seat belt linkage release and install steps.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Move the driver seat backward.
  3. Open the LH falcon wing door.
  4. 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.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT rotate clockwise to avoid damage to the mechanism.
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    Note
    The linkage design may vary, but will function the same.
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    The lock screw will remain in the horizontal position when released.
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    A light audible click will be heard when the linkage is released.
  5. Release the LH front door seal from the B-pillar trim.
  6. Release the clips (x5) that attach the upper portion of the LH lower B-pillar trim to the LH upper B-pillar trim.
  7. Release the clips (x3) and magnets (x2) that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar, and then disconnect the LH falcon wing door button electrical connector.
  8. Guide the driver seat seat belt through the height adjuster, and then remove the LH upper B-Pillar trim from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Guide the driver seat belt through the height adjuster opening, connect the LH falcon wing door button electrical connector, and then secure the clips (x3) and magnets (x2) that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar.
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    Align the height adjuster slider to the adjustable D-ring.
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    Replace any damaged clips.
  2. Secure the clips (x5) that attach the upper portion of the LH lower B-pillar trim to the LH upper B-pillar trim.
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    Replace any damaged clips.
  3. Fully seat the LH front door seal along the LH B-pillar.
  4. Install the front seat belt linkage to the pretensioner:
    1. Make sure the lock screw is in the horizontal position. If the lock screw is not in the horizontal position, follow the release instructions to unlock it.
    2. Verify there are no twists in the seat belt from the upper B-pillar trim to the pretensioner.
    3. Install the linkage onto the pretensioner cable.
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      An audible click will be heard.
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      The lock screw will rotate back to the locked position.
    4. Perform a firm pull test on the seat belt with at least 15 pounds of force.
  5. Move the driver seat to the original position.
  6. Close the LH falcon wing door.
  7. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.