28/06/2022 15:25:24

Bracket - Racetrack - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 15188502 0.84 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 and RH front doors.
  2. Lower the LH and RH front windows.
  3. Open the LH and RH falcon wing doors.
  4. Move the LH front seat rearward.
  5. Remove the LH sun visor bezel A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Sun Visor Bezel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the bolts (x2), screw, and nut that attach the LH upper A-pillar trim to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Discard the nut after removal.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 2 in extension
    • 10 mm hex
    • 13 mm hex
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Torx T20 socket
  7. Move the LH upper A-pillar trim for access to the headliner.
  8. Remove the screw that attaches the LH front end of the headliner to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 2 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Torx T20 socket
  9. Move the LH front seat forward.
  10. Release the LH front door seal from the B-pillar trim.
  11. Remove the LH front sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Remove the LH rear sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  13. Remove the LH lower B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  14. Release the clips (x3) and magnets (x2) that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar, and then disconnect the LH falcon wing door button electrical connector.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Clip pry tool
    • Plastic trim tool
    • Pocket screwdriver
  15. Move the LH upper B-pillar trim aside.
  16. Open the liftgate.
  17. Fold the LH 3rd row seat downwards.
  18. Release the clips (x4) that attach the LH trunk sill side trim to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Plastic trim tool
  19. Remove the LH mid C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace).
  20. Remove the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  21. Release the clips (x10) that attach the lower portion of the LH rear racetrack trim to the vehicle, and then move the trim inward to gain access to the LH lower racetrack trim.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Plastic trim tool
  22. Remove the LH lower racetrack trim. See Racetrack Trim - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  23. Partially release the clips (x5) that attach the LH headliner to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Clip pry tool
    • Plastic trim tool
  24. Remove the LH front racetrack trim. See Racetrack Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  25. Remove the nuts (x3) that attach the LH lower B-pillar racetrack bracket to the vehicle, and then remove the bracket from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm hex
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench

Install

  1. Position the LH lower B-pillar racetrack bracket on the vehicle, and then install the nuts (x3) that attach the bracket to the vehicle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm hex
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  2. Install the LH front racetrack trim. See Racetrack Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Install the clips (x5) that attach the LH headliner to the vehicle.
  4. Install the LH front racetrack trim. See Racetrack Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Install the LH lower racetrack trim. See Racetrack Trim - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install the clips (x10) that attach the lower portion of the LH rear racetrack trim to the vehicle.
  7. Ensure that the falcon wing door seal is seated behind the LH rear racetrack trim.
  8. Install the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the LH mid C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Install the clips (x4) that attach the LH trunk sill side trim to the vehicle.
  11. Move the LH 3rd row seat to original position.
  12. Close the liftgate.
  13. Install the screw that attaches the LH front end of the headliner to the vehicle.
    2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 2 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Torx T20 socket
  14. Connect the LH falcon wing door button electrical connector, and then install the clips (x3) and magnets (x2) that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar.
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    Note
    Replace the clips if damaged.
  15. Install the LH lower B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  16. Install the LH rear sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  17. Install the LH front sill panel trim. See Trim - Sill Panel - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  18. Fully seat the LH front door seal on the B-pillar trim.
  19. Move the LH front seat rearward.
  20. Position the LH upper A-pillar trim for installation.
  21. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH upper A-pillar trim to the vehicle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 2 in extension
    • 10 mm hex
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  22. Install the screw that attaches the LH upper A-pillar trim to the vehicle.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Torx T20 socket
  23. Install the nut that attaches the LH upper A-pillar trim to the vehicle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Install a new nut.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 2 in extension
    • 13 mm hex
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  24. Install the LH sun visor bezel A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Sun Visor Bezel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  25. Move the LH front seat to original position.
  26. Close the LH and RH falcon wing doors.
  27. Raise the LH and RH front windows.
  28. Close the LH and RH front doors.