2023-06-19

Podium - 1st Row (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13012412 1.98 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.

Remove

  1. Open all the doors and lower the LH front window.
  2. Move the driver 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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    Note
    The lock screw will remain in the horizontal position when released.
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    Note
    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 driver seat 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
  5. Move the driver seat rearward.
  6. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the front of the driver seat seat tracks to the vehicle.
    34 Nm (25.1 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx Plus T45 socket
  7. Move the driver seat to the middle of the track and the seat back to the most upright position.
  8. Repeat step 2 through step 7 for the front passenger seat.
  9. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  10. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  11. Position the driver seat to gain access to the underside of the seat.
  12. Release the clip that attaches the LH side body harness to the seat assembly, and then release the connector lock and disconnect the LH side body harness electrical connectors (x2) from the seat controller.
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    Note
    Release the red locking tab on the black connector before disconnecting the connector.
  13. With assistance, remove the driver seat from the vehicle.
  14. Repeat steps 12 and 13 for the front passenger seat.
  15. Remove the 1st row center console assembly from the vehicle. See Center Console Assembly - 1st Row (Remove and Install)
  16. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the driver seat outer riser assembly to the vehicle, and then remove the assembly from the vehicle.
    33 Nm (24.3 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  17. Release the clips (x2) that attach the driver seat inner riser outboard cover to the riser, and then remove the cover from the riser.
  18. Release the clips (x2) that attach the driver seat inner riser inboard cover to the riser, and then remove the cover from the riser.
  19. Release the clips (x2) that attach the driver seat harness to the driver seat inner riser, and then release the harness from the riser.
  20. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the front passenger seat outer riser assembly to the vehicle, and then remove the assembly from the vehicle.
    33 Nm (24.3 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  21. Remove the clip that attaches the center console HVAC duct to the vehicle, and then remove the duct from the vehicle.
  22. Remove the clip that attaches the 1st row podium seat riser carpet to the vehicle, and then remove the carpet from the vehicle.
  23. Release the tabs (x2) that attach the duct to the 1st row podium.
  24. Remove and discard the bolts (x4) that attach the 1st row podium to the vehicle, and then remove the podium from the vehicle.
    33 Nm (24.3 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket

Install

  1. Position the 1st row podium into the vehicle, and then install new bolts (x4) that attach the podium to the vehicle.
    33 Nm (24.3 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  2. Secure the tabs (x2) that attach the duct to the 1st row podium.
  3. Position the 1st row podium seat riser carpet into the vehicle, and then install the clip that attaches the carpet to the vehicle.
  4. Position the center console HVAC duct into the vehicle, and then install the clip that attaches the duct to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Slide the duct into the HVAC assembly and make sure the duct is fully seated.
  5. Secure the clips (x2) that attach the driver seat harness to the driver seat inner riser.
  6. Position the front passenger seat inner riser inboard cover onto the riser, and then secure the clips that attach the cover to the riser. Repeat this step for the front passenger inner riser outboard cover.
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    Note
    Install the inboard cover first, and then the outboard cover.
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    Note
    Be sure to route the seat harness through the outboard cover.
  7. Position the driver seat inner riser inboard cover onto the riser, and then secure the clips that attach the cover to the riser. Repeat this step for the driver seat inner riser outboard cover.
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    Note
    Install the inboard cover first, and then the outboard cover.
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    Note
    Be sure to route the seat harness through the outboard cover.
  8. Install the 1st row center console assembly. See Center Console Assembly - 1st Row (Remove and Install)
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    Note
    The front seats will be installed at a later step.
  9. Position the driver seat outer riser assembly into the vehicle, and then install new bolts (x2) that attach the assembly to the vehicle.
    33 Nm (24.3 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  10. With assistance, position the driver seat into the vehicle.
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    CAUTION
    Take care not to damage the surrounding components while lifting the seat into the vehicle.
  11. With assistance, position the driver seat to gain access to the underside of the seat.
  12. Secure the clip that attaches the LH side body harness to the seat assembly, connect the LH side body harness electrical connectors (x2) to the seat controller, and then secure the connector lock.
  13. With assistance, move the driver seat to the upright position.
  14. Position the front passenger seat outer riser assembly into the vehicle, and then install new bolts (x2) that attach the assembly to the vehicle.
    33 Nm (24.3 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  15. With assistance, position the front passenger seat into the vehicle.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Take care not to damage surrounding components while lifting the seat into the vehicle.
  16. With assistance, position the front passenger seat to gain access to the underside of the seat.
  17. Secure the clip that attaches the RH side body harness to the seat assembly, connect the RH side body harness electrical connectors (x2) to the seat controller, and then secure the connector lock.
  18. With assistance, position the front passenger seat to the upright position.
  19. Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  20. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  21. 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
  22. Move front passenger seat forward.
  23. 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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      Note
      An audible click will be heard.
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      Note
      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.
  24. Install new bolts (x2) that attach the rear of the front passenger seat seat tracks to the vehicle.
    34 Nm (25.1 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx Plus T45 socket
  25. Move the front passenger seat rearward.
  26. Install new bolts (x2) that attach the front of the front passenger seat seat tracks to the vehicle.
    34 Nm (25.1 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx Plus T45 socket
  27. Move the front passenger seat to the original position.
  28. Close the RH front door.
  29. Repeat step 22 through step 27 for the LH side of the vehicle.