Strut Rod Assembly - Pitch - 2nd Row - LH (6 Seat) (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 13029502 0.90 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
- Open the LH and RH front doors.
- Lower the LH and RH front windows.
- Open the LH and RH falcon wing doors.
- Remove the LH 2nd row seat underbelly trim. See Trim - Underbelly - 2nd Row Seat - LH (6 Seat) (Remove and Replace).
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Release the tabs (x14) and J clips (x2) that attach the lower cushion upholstery to
the bottom of the seat frame.
CAUTIONUse the 90 degree pick to release the J clips only. The lower cushion upholstery could be damaged by poking a hole through it.NoteRelease the tabs and J clip at the outboard LH rear corner of the seat frame first, and then work towards the inboard RH rear corner.NoteSome vehicles may have tape in the seat frame area that must be cut to perform this step.NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 6 in 90 degree tip miniature soft grip pick
- Plastic trim tool
- Retractable blade/knife
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Fold the seat cushion backwards.
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Remove the screws (x4) that attach the plastic base to the seat frame.
NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
- Torx T25 socket
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Lift the plastic base sightly upwards, slide the inflatable air bag between the base
and the seat frame, and then inflate the air bag to lift the plastic base enough to
remove the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod assembly from the frame.
NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Inflatable air bag
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Remove the metal push nut and spacer that attach the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod
assembly to the pitch motor.
NotePry the nut upwards from each side and apply downward pressure to the top of the strut rod to remove the nut.NoteDiscard the nut after removal.NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Clip pry tool
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Disconnect the hall effect sensor connector.
NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Pocket screwdriver
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Remove the bolts (x2) and nuts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod
assembly to the seat frame.
NoteCounter hold the nuts with a combination wrench during bolt removal.NoteDiscard the bolts after removal.NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Combination wrench 12pt 13mm
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
- Torx T45 socket
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Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod assembly
adapter to the strut rod.
NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- Torx T45 socket
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Position the gearbox onto the lower portion of lead screw.
NoteThe lead screw is keyed.
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Remove the gearbox lead screw from the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod assembly
tube.
NoteTurn the upper portion of the lead screw counter clockwise, and then once unthreaded, pull outward to remove.
Install
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Position the gearbox lead screw into the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod assembly tube,
and then turn clockwise to attach the lead screw to the tube.
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Position the gearbox onto the upper portion of lead screw.
NoteThe lead screw is keyed.
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Install the new bolts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod assembly
adapter to the strut rod.NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- ¼ in to 3/8 in adapter
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- Torx T45 socket
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Install the new bolts (x2) and nuts (x2) that attach the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod
assembly to the seat frame.NoteUse a combination wrench to hold on to each nut from underneath during bolt installation.NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Combination wrench 12pt 13mm
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- Torx T50 socket
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Slide the LH 2nd row pitch strut rod assembly through the pitch motor, and then
install the metal push nut and spacer that attach the strut rod to the motor.
NoteUse the clip pry tool to push against the nut while applying pressure to bottom side of strut rod.NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Clip pry tool
- Rectangular inspection mirror
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Remove the inflatable air bag from the plastic base and seat frame, and then install
the screws (x4) that attach the base to the frame.NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- Torx T25 socket
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Install the tabs (x14) and J clips (x2) that attach the lower cushion upholstery to
the bottom of the seat frame.
NotePrior to installation, make sure that the tabs and J clips are spread evenly to avoid excess wrinkles in the lower cushion upholstery.NoteInstall the tabs and J clip at the inboard RH rear corner of the seat frame first, and then work towards the outboard LH rear corner.
- Install the LH 2nd row seat underbelly trim. See Trim - Underbelly - 2nd Row Seat - LH (6 Seat) (Remove and Replace).
- Close the LH and RH falcon wing doors.
- Raise the LH and RH front windows.
- Close the LH and RH front doors.