22/12/2022 12:58:55

Frame - Seat Cushion - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13066702 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

  1. Remove the 3rd seat assembly. See Seat Assembly - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH 3rd row seatbelt anchor to the seat cushion frame. Repeat this step for the RH bolt.
    45 Nm (33.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 14 mm socket
    Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
  3. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the rear inner 3rd row seat frame to the vehicle.
    45 Nm (33.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T45 socket
  4. Remove the 3rd buckle assembly. See Buckle - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace).
  5. Lay the 3rd row seat assembly down for access to the LH 3rd row front crush plastic.
  6. Remove the push clips (x4) that attach the LH and RH 3rd row seat front crush plastics to the seat frame.
    Figure 2. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 3. LH shown; RH similar
  7. Remove the push clips (x4) that attach the LH and RH 3rd row seat rear crush plastics to the seat frame.
    Figure 4. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 5. LH shown; RH similar
  8. Remove and discard the LH and RH front inner 3rd row seat frame bolts (x2).
    45 Nm (33.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T45 socket
  9. Remove and discard the LH and RH outer 3rd row seat frame bolts (x4).
    45 Nm (33.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T45 socket
    Figure 6. LH shown; RH similar
  10. Remove the 3rd row seat cushion frame from the 3rd row seats.

Install

  1. Position the 3rd row seat cushion frame onto the 3rd row seats.
  2. Install new LH and RH outer 3rd row seat frame bolts (x4).
    45 Nm (33.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T45 socket
    Figure 7. LH shown; RH similar
  3. Install new LH and RH front inner 3rd row seat frame bolts (x2).
    45 Nm (33.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T45 socket
  4. Position the LH and RH 3rd row seat rear crush plastics to the seat frame, and then install the push clips (x4).
    Figure 8. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 9. LH shown; RH similar
  5. Position the LH and RH 3rd row seat front crush plastics to the seat frame, and then install the push clips (x4).
    Figure 10. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 11. LH shown; RH similar
  6. Install the 3rd buckle assembly, but do not install the lower seat cushion yet. See Buckle - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace).
  7. Install the bolt that attaches the LH 3rd row seatbelt anchor to the seat cushion frame. Repeat this step for the RH bolt.
    45 Nm (33.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 14 mm socket
    Figure 12. LH shown; RH similar
  8. Install new bolts (x2) that attach the rear inner 3rd row seat frame to the vehicle.
    45 Nm (33.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T45 socket
  9. Install the 3rd seat assembly. See Seat Assembly - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace).