10/03/2021 15:03:06
Actuator Pulley - Recliner - 3rd Row Seat (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 13034102
Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.
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Open LH rear door
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Move LH 2nd row seat fully forward using easy entry mode
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Open liftgate
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Remove rear load floor
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Remove trunk board
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Fold down LH 3rd row seat
NotePress button located on LH 3rd row seat back assembly near headrest, fold seat back down towards front of vehicle into a flat position
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Fold down RH 3rd row seat
NotePress button located on RH 3rd row seat back assembly near headrest, fold seat back down towards front of vehicle into a flat position
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Remove trunk floor carpet
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Drill out rivets securing rear seat back carpet to LH 3rd row seat
Note2x rivets, Use vacuum to collect debris while drilling out rivets, Use 3/16" or 3mm drill bit
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Remove rear seat back carpet from LH 3rd row seat
Note9x clips
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Release lower section of LH 3rd row seat upholstery
Note4x tabs, 2x, fir tree clips, 1x J hook, Release tabs by pulling inward and up
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Disconnect LH 3rd row seat connector
Note1x connector, 1x clip
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Re-route LH 3rd row seat connector through lower section of upholstery
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Connect LH 3rd row seat connector
Note1x connector, Route around seat upholstery
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Unfold LH 3rd row seat into upright position
NoteLeave headrest in folded position
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Remove upper half of LH 3rd row seat upholstery
NoteRelease J-hook clip around edges of upholstery
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From the 3rd row, pull seat cover and foam upward to access actuator
NoteUse fold function to feed bottom of seat upholstery forward, Use caution to not snag J-hooks, Actuator is located on the front side of the seat back under the upholstery and cushion assembly
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Release seat recliner cable from bracket
NoteCut zip tie and slide cable to release
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Release seat recliner cable from LH 3rd row actuator pulley
NoteNote direction of actuator pulley
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Remove 3rd row seat recliner actuator pulley
NotePart is directional
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Install new LH 3rd row recliner seat actuator pulley
NoteAlign pulley to actuator gear, Locking clip and pulley are directional
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Connect seat recliner cable to actuator pulley
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Install seat recliner cable onto seat frame
NoteSecure with cable tie
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Fold cushion and upholstery assembly down
Note2x iso fix bars, Using folding function to assist with tucking upholstery, Ensure iso fix bars are fed through upholstery and seat belt does not get caught
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Install upper half of LH 3rd row seat upholstery
NoteFold seat to workable position, Start at one end and fold J hook inwards until the other end of the upholstery is tucked, Press firmly along J hook to seat fully
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Disconnect LH 3rd row seat connector
Note1x connector
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Route LH 3rd row seat connector through seat upholstery
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Connect LH 3rd row seat connector
Note1x connector, 1x clip
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Secure lower half of upholstery
Note4x tabs, 2x, fir tree clips, 1x J hook
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Install rear seat back carpet onto LH 3rd row seat
Note9x clips
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Install rivets into LH 3rd row seat back carpet
Note2x rivets, Plastics rivet replaces metal rivet/washer combo
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Reinstall front lower carpet trim panel
NoteSecure 3rd row seat wiring harnesses to panel
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Install trunk board
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Install rear load floor
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Close liftgate
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Move LH 2nd row seat from the easy entry position to the regular upright seating position
NoteSlide seat track backwards by pushing towards rear of vehicle, Fold upper seat backwards until locked in an upright position
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Close LH Falcon door