2024-03-19

Motor - Seat Track - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13011202 0.65 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

  • 2024-03-19: Changed the steps of replacing with single seat track motor to steps of replacing with seat track motor bridge assembly.

Remove

  1. Remove the driver seat. See Seat Assembly - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Install).
  2. With assistance, place the driver seat on a protected surface so that the underside of the seat can be accessed.
  3. Remove the screw that attaches the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat assembly.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Carefully release the clips (x7) that attach the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat assembly, but do not fully remove the side shield from the seat assembly.
  5. Disconnect the electrical harness from the seat switch.
  6. Release the safety lock, and then disconnect the LH lap pretensioner electrical connector.
  7. Release the clip that attaches the driver seat harness to the RH side seat track.
  8. Disconnect the driver seat left footwell LED electrical connector.
  9. Disconnect the driver seat track motor electrical connector.
  10. Release the clip that attaches the driver seat harness to the track bridge.
  11. Remove and discard the outboard bolts (x2) that attach the seat track to the seat cushion frame.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T50 socket
  12. Pry up on the bridge track motor tab, and then slide the outboard seat track away to release it from the bridge motor.
  13. Pry up on the tab, and then slide the track motor bridge away from the inboard track to release it.

Install

  1. Install the track motor bridge into the inboard seat track.
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    Note
    The track motor cable is keyed square and must be aligned with inboard track. Turn the cable by hand to align as needed. Slide the track motor bridge into the inboard track until it is fully seated.
  2. Install the outboard seat track to the track motor bridge.
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    Note
    The track motor cable is keyed square and must be aligned with outboard track. Turn the cable by hand to align as needed. Slide the outboard track into the track motor bridge until it is fully seated.
  3. Install new outboard bolts (x2) that attach the seat track to the seat cushion frame.
    23 Nm (17.0 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T50 socket
  4. Connect the driver seat track motor electrical connector.
  5. Fasten the clip that attaches the driver seat harness to the track bridge.
  6. Connect the driver seat left footwell LED electrical connector.
  7. Fasten the clip that attaches the driver seat harness to the RH side seat track.
  8. Connect the LH lap pretensioner electrical connector, and then secure the safety lock.
  9. Connect the electrical harness to the back rest and cushion adjust switch assembly, and then verify the functions of the seat switches.
  10. Position the driver seat outboard side shield onto the seat, and then install the clips (x7) that attach the side shield to the seat.
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    Apply pressure to the side shield to fully seat the clips. The side shield should sit flush against the seat cushion.
  11. Install the screw that attaches the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat assembly.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  12. Install the driver seat. See Seat Assembly - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Install).
  13. Perform a seat calibration. See Seat - 1st Row (Calibration).
  14. Raise the LH windows and close the LH doors.