2025-03-12

Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1518012502 FRT 0.30 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 wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

Remove

  1. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See 2nd Row Seat Cushion (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the LH lower C pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (5-Seat) (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the front trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Front (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the trunk sill trim. See Trunk Sill Lower Trim (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH load floor bracket. See Bracket - Load Floor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the LH trunk pocket bracket. See .
  7. Remove the LH trunk side trim. See Trunk Side Trim LH - Rear Under Body (Remove and Replace).
  8. Release the clips (x6) that attach the upper C-pillar trim, and then set the trim aside.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Guide the front upper corner groove out of the headliner.
  9. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the 2nd row LH lower seat belt anchor to the body.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
  10. Release the clips that attach the guide bezel to the LH upper C-pillar trim, and then separate the bezel from the seat belt.
  11. Feed the seat belt through the LH upper C-pillar trim, and then remove the trim.

Install

  1. Feed the seat belt through the LH upper C-pillar trim assembly.
  2. Install the guide bezel to the seat belt, and then install the bezel to the LH upper C-pillar trim.
  3. Install a new bolt that attaches the 2nd row LH lower seat belt anchor to the body.
    35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
  4. Install the clips (x6) that attach the upper C-pillar trim.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Guide the front upper corner groove under the headliner, and then insert the guide tab to headliner behind quarter glass. Ensure the trunk seal is seated on the edge of the trim.
  5. Install the LH trunk side trim. See Trunk Side Trim LH - Rear Under Body (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install the LH trunk pocket bracket. See .
  7. Install the LH load floor bracket. See Bracket - Load Floor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Install the trunk sill trim. See Trunk Sill Lower Trim (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the front trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Front (Remove and Replace).
  10. Return the LH rear passenger seat back to its original position.
  11. Seat the LH rear door seal back into position.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Seat the pillar and sill trim tabs underneath the seal.
  12. Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See 2nd Row Seat Cushion (Remove and Replace).
  13. Move the front seats to their original positions.
  14. Close all the doors and fully raise all the windows.