2024-12-10

Motor - Seat Tilt - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13011502 0.15 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.

  • 2024-12-10: Added mini-tilt motor configuration information.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door 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.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    DO NOT rotate clockwise to avoid damage to the mechanism.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    The linkage design may vary, but will function the same.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    The lock screw will remain in the horizontal position when released.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    A light audible click will be heard when the linkage is released.
  4. Remove the screw that attaches the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat assembly.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  5. Remove the driver seat cushion adjust button. See Button - Cushion Adjust - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the driver seat recliner adjust button. See Button - Recliner Adjust - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace).
  7. Carefully release the clips (x7) that attach the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat assembly, but do not fully remove the side shield from the seat assembly.
  8. Disconnect the electrical harness from the seat switch.
  9. Disconnect the LH driver seat seat tilt motor electrical connector.
  10. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the driver seat seat tilt motor to the seat assembly.
    7.5 Nm (5.5 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Do not remove the fastener for the adjustment arm.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
  11. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the driver seat seat tilt motor adjustment arm to the seat assembly.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 socket
  12. Remove the driver seat seat tilt motor from the seat cushion frame.

Install

  1. Position the driver seat seat tilt motor to seat cushion frame for installation
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Hold the tilt motor up and against the seat frame. Ensure the motor alignment pins are visible in the seat frame.
  2. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the driver seat seat tilt motor to the seat assembly.
    7.5 Nm (5.5 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Do not remove the fastener for the adjustment arm.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
  3. Install a new bolt that attaches the driver seat seat tilt motor adjustment arm to the seat assembly.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 socket
  4. Connect the driver seat seat tilt motor electrical connector.
  5. Connect the electrical harness to the back rest and cushion adjust switch assembly, and then verify the functions of the seat switches.
  6. Position the driver seat outboard side shield onto the seat, and then install the clips (x7) that attach the side shield to the seat.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Apply pressure to the side shield to fully seat the clips. The side shield should sit flush against the seat cushion.
  7. Install the driver seat recliner adjust button. See Button - Recliner Adjust - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace).
  8. Install the driver seat cushion adjust button. See Button - Cushion Adjust - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the screw that attaches the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat assembly.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  10. 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.
      Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
      Note
      An audible click will be heard.
      Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
      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.
  11. 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.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    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.
  12. Perform a seat calibration. See Seat - 1st Row (Calibration).
  13. Move the driver seat to the original position.
  14. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.