17/06/2022 13:19:08

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

Correction code 15183402 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Move the driver seat forward.
  3. Open the LH falcon wing door.
  4. Release the LH front door seal from the B-pillar trim.
  5. Remove the LH front sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the LH rear sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH lower B-pillar trim to the B-pillar
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
  8. Release the clips (x7) that attach the LH lower B-pillar trim to the B-pillar, and then remove the trim from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the LH lower B-pillar trim onto the B-pillar, and then secure the clips (x7) that attach the trim to the B-pillar.
  2. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH lower B-pillar trim to the B-pillar.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
  3. Install the LH rear sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Install the LH front sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Fully seat the LH front door seal along the LH B-pillar.
  6. Move the driver seat to the original position.
  7. Close the LH falcon wing door.
  8. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.