2024-12-04

Seat Assembly - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13040102 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

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Note
The front seats contain airbags and pretensioners and therefore must be disposed of properly. See GUID-BB8F4E06-D5F5-4B92-B95B-477478852C4A.html for more information. Add Correction Code 20010707 to document the labor; the labor time for destructively removing and disposing of the front seat airbag and pretensioner is not reflected in the front seat removal and replacement labor time.
  • 2024-12-04: Added configuration information for seat assemblies with the mini-tilt motor.
  • 2023-10-24: Updated gateway configuration value to be set when replacing a seat not equipped with a Farside Air Bag by a seat equipped with a Farside Air Bag, replaced Toolbox routines by touchscreen routines.
  • 2023-06-19: Updated seat belt linkage release and install steps.
  • 2023-06-15: Added change config steps for replacing non-FSAB seat with FSAB-equipped seat.

Remove

  1. Open the LH doors and lower the front windows.
  2. Move the 1st row LH seat forward.
  3. 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.
  4. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the rear of the 1st row LH seat tracks to the vehicle.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx Plus T45 socket
  5. Move the 1st row LH seat rearward.
  6. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the front of the 1st row LH seat tracks to the vehicle.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx Plus T45 socket
  7. Move the 1st row LH seat to the middle of the track and the seat back to the most upright position.
  8. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  9. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  10. Position the 1st row LH seat to gain access to the underside of the seat.
  11. Release the red locking tab on the black connector, disconnect the LH side body harness electrical connectors (x2) from the seat controller, and then release the clip that attaches the harness to the seat assembly.
  12. With assistance, remove the 1st row LH seat from the vehicle.
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    CAUTION
    Use caution to not damage other components.

Install

  1. With assistance, position the 1st row LH seat into the vehicle.
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    Take care not to damage surrounding components while lifting the seat into the vehicle.
  2. With assistance, position the 1st row LH seat to gain access to the underside of the seat.
  3. Fasten the clip that attaches the LH side body harness to the 1st row LH seat assembly, connect the harness electrical connectors (x2), and then engage the red locking tab on the black connector.
  4. With assistance, move the 1st row LH seat to the upright position.
  5. Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  6. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  7. Move the 1st row LH seat forward.
  8. 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.
  9. Install new bolts (x2) that attach the rear of the 1st row LH seat tracks to the vehicle.
    34 Nm (25.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx Plus T45 socket
  10. Move the 1st row LH seat rearward.
  11. Install new bolts (x2) that attach the front of the 1st row LH seat tracks to the vehicle.
    34 Nm (25.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx Plus T45 socket
  12. Move the 1st row LH seat to the original position.
  13. Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle.
  14. Replacement front seat assemblies and seat cushion frame assemblies procured after June 2024 are equipped with a newly-designed Tesla "mini-tilt" motor, and replacing these parts (or the tilt motor itself) might require a configuration change. Review the configuration information in the table and perform the following substeps if a configuration update is needed.
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    Figure 1. Old Tilt Motor
    Figure 2. New Mini Tilt Motor (P/N: 1868276-00-B or newer)
    1. Access the Vehicle Configuration section of the Infotainment Dashboard. See Gateway Configuration (Display and Change).
    2. Update cfg_frontSeattype according to the combination of tilt motors described in the table.
  15. North America only: If replacing a non-FSAB (Farside Air Bag) seat with an FSAB-equipped seat, perform the following:
    1. Use Toolbox 3 to change the configuration value for restraintsHardwareType to na_mxp2_fsab. See .
    2. Disconnect Toolbox 3 and remove the laptop from the vehicle.
  16. Use the vehicle touchscreen to enable Service Mode. See Service Mode (Enable and Disable).
  17. Reinstall the vehicle software. See Firmware Reinstall - Touchscreen.
  18. On the vehicle touchscreen, touch Driver Seat > Steering & Mirrors Calibration > Start, and then follow the on screen instructions.
  19. Calibrate the rear doors.
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    If the "Calibration Needed" message appears on the vehicle touchscreen, touch and hold Calibrate to calibrate the rear doors