2025-10-20

Cover - Knee Air Bag - LH (2025+) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code New FRT 0.42 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 wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

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Note
This procedure describes work that is specific to 2025+ Model X.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower both front windows.
  2. Move the LH front seat backward.
  3. Disconnect the LV battery power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  4. Remove the LH console side carpet. See Carpet - Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove and discard the patch bolts (x2) that attach the LH knee air bag assembly to the vehicle.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E10
  6. Disconnect the connectors (x3) and remove the clip and the tabs that attach the LH knee air bag assembly to the vehicle.
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    Release the locking tabs (x2) on the airbag connector.
  7. Remove and discard the patch bolts (x2) that secure the LH knee air bag cover brace.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E10
  8. Remove and discard the patch bolts (x4) that attach the knee air bag to the LH knee air bag cover.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E10

Install

  1. Install new patch bolts (x4) (1116594-00-B) that attach the knee air bag to the LH knee air bag cover.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E10
  2. Install new patch bolts (x2) (1116594-00-B) that secure the LH knee air bag cover brace.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E10
  3. Connect the connectors (x3) and install the clip and the tabs that attach the LH knee air bag assembly to the vehicle.
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    Hook the tabs before fully seating. Use caution not to damage the connector/harness. Support the knee air bag while connecting the connectors.
  4. Install new patch bolts (x2) (1116594-00-B) that attach the LH knee air bag assembly to the vehicle.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E10
  5. Install the LH console side carpet. See Carpet - Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Connect the LV battery power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  7. Hold the upper B-pillar button in the down position to manually calibrate the LH and RH falcon wing doors.
  8. Move the LH front seat to its original position.
  9. Raise both front windows and close the LH front door.