2025-03-12

2nd Row - Center Seat Belt Retractor (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 2005020102 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: 2nd Row - Center Seat Belt Retractor (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Lower anchor bolt that attaches the seat belt to the LH 2nd row seat frame
40 Nm (29.5 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  • 6 in extension
Replace
Bolt that attaches the seat belt retractor assembly to the seat frame
45 Nm (33.2 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm deep socket
  • 6 in extension
Replace

Remove

  1. Open all doors and fully lower all windows.
  2. Move both front seats to their foremost position.
  3. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See 2nd Row Seat Cushion (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the LH 2nd row 60 seat assembly from vehicle. See 2nd Row Seat 5 Seater - LH (Remove and Replace)
  5. Place the 2nd row seat frame assembly on a safe and stable work area.
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    Note
    Fold down the center section of the 2nd row rear seat, and then place a ballast bag on the center section to stabilize the assembly.
  6. Release the LH 2nd row headrest clips simultaneously, and then pull the headrest upwards to remove it.
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    Note
    Use a pocket screwdriver to release the LH headrest clip.
  7. Remove the headrest guide locks from the LH 2nd row seat back.
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    Note
    Use a wedge tool to lift up the guide locks from the seat.
  8. Release the clips (x2) that attach the seat belt bezel to the LH 2nd row seat back.
  9. Release the clips (x2) that attach the 2nd row seat back switch bezel to the seat back, and then remove the bezel from the seat back.
  10. Remove the 2nd row seat soft back trim and foam from the seat back frame.
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    Note
    Release the soft back trim from the top, and then release the lower hooks.
  11. Remove and discard the lower anchor bolt that attaches the seat belt to the LH 2nd row seat frame.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 6 in extension
  12. Release the clips (x2) that attach the LH outside cover to the LH 2nd row seat back, and then separate the cover from the seat back.
  13. Remove the clips that attach the LH 2nd row seat back cushion to the seat rail.
  14. Disconnect the 2nd row seat back heater electrical connector, and then release the clip that attaches the connector to the seat back.
  15. Separate the LH 2nd row seat back cushion from the seat rail.
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    Note
    Pull up to unhook the seat from the railing.
  16. Feed the center seat belt through the LH 2nd row seat back.
  17. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the seat belt retractor assembly to the seat frame, and then remove it from the seat back.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
    • 6 in extension

Install

  1. Install the seat belt retractor assembly to the seat frame, and then install a new bolt to attach the retractor assembly to the seat frame.
    45 Nm (33.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
    • 6 in extension
  2. Move the center seat belt through the LH 2nd row seat back.
  3. Install the LH 2nd row seat back cushion to the seat rail.
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    Note
    Push down to hook the seat to the railing.
  4. Connect the 2nd row seat back heater electrical connector, and then fasten the clip that attaches the connector to the seat back.
  5. Fasten the clips that attach the LH 2nd row seat back cushion to the seat rail.
  6. Install the LH outside cover to the LH 2nd row seat back, and then fasten the clips (x2) that attach the cover to the seat back.
  7. Install the seat belt anchor to the LH 2nd row seat frame, and then install a new bolt to attach the anchor to the frame.
    40 Nm (29.5 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 6 in extension
  8. Install the 2nd row seat soft back trim and foam to the seat back frame.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Fasten the lower hooks, and then fasten the soft back trim to the top.
  9. Install the 2nd row seat back switch bezel to the seat back, and then fasten the clips (x2) that attach the bezel to the seat back.
  10. Fasten the clips (x2) that attach the seat belt bezel to the LH 2nd row seat back.
  11. Install the headrest guide locks to the LH 2nd row seat back.
  12. Install the LH 2nd row headrest, and then fasten the clips that attach the LH 2nd row headrest to the 2nd row seat back.
  13. Install the 2nd row seat frame assembly into the vehicle.
  14. Install the LH 2nd row 60 seat assembly to vehicle. See 2nd Row Seat 5 Seater - LH (Remove and Replace)
  15. Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See 2nd Row Seat Cushion (Remove and Replace).
  16. Return both front seats to their previous position.
  17. Close all doors and windows.