2025-10-02

Harness - Headliner (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Install)

Correction code NEW 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 wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautionsfor safe and healthy working practices.

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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.
  • 2025-10-01: Released new procedure.

Remove

  1. Open all four doors
  2. Lower all four windows
  3. Open liftgate
  4. Fold 2nd row 60 seatback down
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    Note
    Via seat switch or manual tether, Protect seat back upholstery if necessary
  5. Fold 2nd row 40 seatback down
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    Note
    Via seat switch or manual tether, Protect seat back upholstery if necessary
  6. Move LH front seat backward
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    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  7. Tilt LH front seatback backward
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    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  8. Move RH front seat backward
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    Via UI > Seat Controls
  9. Tilt RH front seatback backward
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    Note
    Via UI > Seat Controls
  10. Remove LH front body primary seal
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    Note
    Start from the upper corner closest to upper B-pillar, Pull straight down along the length of the seal to fully release from the vehicle
  11. Remove LH IP end cap
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    Note
    5x clips, 2x guide tabs
  12. Remove LH upper A pillar trim
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    Note
    5x clips, 2x guide tabs, 1x location pin, 1x tether, Pull inside of the upper portion of upper A pillar, Depress 2x tabs to remove tether from body side, Then pull upper A pillar upward to remove, Tether may very on revision
  13. Remove LH sun visor bracket cover
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    Note
    4x clips, Extending the sun visor may allow for extra working room
  14. Remove LH sun visor from headliner
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    1x screw, T25, 3.5 Nm, 1x connector, Fold sun visor to the closed and folded down position but do not latch in place
  15. Partially remove LH lower A pillar trim
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    Note
    2x clips, 3x datums, Pull rearwards at upper section of trim to release, Rotate inwards then allow trim to rest on IP trim, Trim does not need to be fully removed, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  16. Release headliner harness from LH A-pillar area
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    Note
    7x clips, 1x connector, Disengage locking tab
  17. Remove LH rear body primary seal
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    Note
    Start near the lower left corner of quarter glass, pull out primary seal by work your way to fully release from vehicle
  18. Partially remove LH lower B pillar trim
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    6x clips, 2x tabs, Spread upper section outwards to release tabs from upper B pillar trim, Release only upper section of trim, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  19. Release LH upper B pillar trim
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    2x edge clips, 2x clips, 2x locator pins, Pull the bottom of the upper B-pillar toward inside of the car, then pull the top to release the remaining clips
  20. Partially remove LH trunk side trim
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    9x clips, Release only upper section of trim, Use caution to avoid straining 12v socket harness at rear of trim, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  21. Remove LH upper C-pillar trim
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    7x clips, 5x datums, 2x tabs, 1x release cable, Release chargeport manual release cable from trim, Allow trim to rest on trunk floor
  22. Remove RH front body primary seal
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    Note
    Start from the upper corner closest to upper B-pillar, Pull straight down along the length of the seal to fully release from the vehicle
  23. Partially remove RH upper A pillar trim
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    Note
    4x clips, 1x datum, Pull inwards at upper section of trim to release, Trim does not need to be fully removed, Allow trim to hang from tether, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  24. Remove RH sun visor bracket cover
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    Note
    4x clips, Extending the sun visor may allow for extra working room
  25. Remove RH sun visor from headliner
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    1x screw, T25, 3.5 Nm, 1x connector, Fold sun visor to the closed and folded down position but do not latch in place
  26. Remove RH rear body primary seal
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    Note
    Pull away from body seal to release
  27. Partially remove RH lower B pillar trim
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    6x clips, 2x tabs, Spread upper section outwards to release tabs from upper B pillar trim, Release only upper section of trim, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  28. Release RH upper B pillar trim
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    2x edge clips, 2x clips, 2x locator pins, Pull the bottom of the upper B-pillar toward inside of the car, then pull the top to release the remaining clips
  29. Partially remove RH trunk side trim
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    9x clips, Release only upper section of trim, Use caution to avoid straining 12v socket harness at rear of trim, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  30. Remove RH upper C-pillar trim
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    7x clips, 5x datums, 2x tabs, Allow trim to rest on trunk floor
  31. Release LH side of headliner
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    4x clips, 3x bolts, T30, 3 Nm, Pull side of headliner down to access fasteners, Center tether fastener will become accessible once front and rear tethers have been released
  32. Release RH side of headliner
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    4x clips, 3x bolts, T30, 3 Nm, Pull side of headliner down to access fasteners, Center tether fastener will become accessible once front and rear tethers have been released
  33. Remove headliner assembly
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    x clips, 2x magnets, Recommend assistance, Ensure all clips are fully released at front and rear interface, Gently fold headliner at mid point, Fold only enough to provide clearance to remove via liftgate opening, While maneuvering headliner out of vehicle ensure no component become snagged on edges, Place headliner face up on a clean or protected surface
  34. Remove headliner harness
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    5x connectors, 2x clips, 20x harness guides, Peel back NVH material as required for access

Install

  1. Install headliner harness
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    5x connectors, 2x clips, 20x harness guides, Return any NVH material to original position
  2. Position headliner assembly into vehicle
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    x clips, 2x magnets, Recommend assistance, Gently fold headliner at mid point then maneuver into position, Fold only enough to provide clearance to position into vehicle via liftgate opening, While maneuvering headliner into vehicle ensure no components become snagged on edges
  3. Secure RH headliner tethers
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    3x bolts, T30, 3 Nm, Lift headliner upwards as required, Fasten center tether first
  4. Secure LH headliner tethers
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    3x bolts, T30, 3 Nm, Lift headliner upwards as required, Fasten center tether first
  5. Secure headliner assembly to vehicle
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    13x clips, 2x magnets, Apply even force along perimeter of headliner, Push upwards in center of headliner to ensure magnets are engaged, Ensure liftgate seal is correctly position over rear of headliner
  6. Install RH upper C-pillar trim
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    7x clips, 4x location pins, 2x guide tabs, Insert guide tab to headliner behind quarterglass, Seat trunk seal to edge of trim
  7. Secure RH trunk side trim
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    9x clips, Secure upper section of trim, Ensure trim is fully seated, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  8. Install RH upper B pillar trim
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    2x edge clips, 2x clips, 2x locator pins, Lower the seat belt slider to align it with the B-pillar panel, align the locating pin of the B-pillar upper trim panel with the slot, push in the direction of the arrow to install the clips after aligning them
  9. Secure RH lower B pillar trim
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    6x clips, 2x tabs, Spread upper section outwards to secure tabs to upper B pillar trim, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  10. Install RH rear body primary seal
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    Align primary seal seam with B-pillar upper to lower trim seal, Ensure seal is full seated around perimeter, Ensure seal overlaps interior trim
  11. Install RH sun visor to headliner
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    1x screw, T25, 3.5 Nm, 1x connector, Fold sunvisor to the closed and folded down position but do not latch in place
  12. Install RH sun visor bracket cover
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    Note
    4x tabs
  13. Secure RH upper A pillar trim
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    4x clips, 1x datum, Push inwards at upper section of trim to secure, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  14. Install RH front body primary seal
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    Align primary seal seam with A-pillar mid to lower trim seam, Ensure seal is full seated around perimeter, Ensure seal overlaps interior trim
  15. Install LH upper C-pillar trim
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    7x clips, 5x datums, 2x tabs, 1x release cable, Secure chargeport manual release cable to trim, Feed seat belt through the trim if removed, Seat trunk seal to edge of trim
  16. Secure LH trunk side trim
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    9x clips, Secure upper section of trim, Ensure trim is fully seated, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  17. Install LH upper B pillar trim
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    Note
    2x edge clips, 2x clips, 2x locator pins, Lower the seat belt slider to align it with the B-pillar panel, align the locating pin of the B-pillar upper trim panel with the slot, push in the direction of the arrow to install the clips after aligning them
  18. Secure LH lower B pillar trim
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    6x clips, 2x tabs, Spread upper section outwards to secure tabs to upper B pillar trim, All clips and datums shown in image for clarity
  19. Install LH rear body primary seal
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    Place seam on primary seal is even with B-Pillar top end, and start here follow clockwise to install primary seal to vehicle, Apply pressure to fully seat, Verify seal is seated properly on all trim panels and headliner
  20. Install headliner harness to LH A-pillar area
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    7x clips, 1x connector, Engage locking tab
  21. Secure LH lower A pillar trim
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    Note
    2x clips, 3x tabs, Rotate upper section of trim into position, Ensure tabs are engaged with body and footwell support
  22. Install LH sun visor to headliner
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    Note
    1x screw, T25, 3.5 Nm, 1x connector, Fold sunvisor to the closed and folded down position but do not latch in place
  23. Install LH sun visor bracket cover
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    Note
    4x tabs
  24. Install LH upper A pillar trim
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    5x clips, 2x guide tabs, 1x datum, 1x tether, Slide lower section of trim into slot on IP, Secure tether to body, Engage clips working bottom to top, Ensure primary seal rests over trim, Tether may vary by revision
  25. Install LH IP end cap
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    5x clips, 2x guide tabs
  26. Install LH front body primary seal
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    Place seam on primary seal is even with IP end cap lower end, and then Start from here along clockwise to install primary seal to body, Apply pressure to fully seat, Verify seal is seated properly on all trim panels and headliner
  27. Move RH front seat to original position
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    Via UI > Seat Controls
  28. Move LH front seat to original position
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    Note
    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  29. Move 2nd row 40 seatback to vertical position
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    Note
    Via seat switch or manual tether, Remove seatback protection if necessary
  30. Return 2nd row 60 seatback to vertical position
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    Via seat switch or manual tether, Remove seatback protection if necessary
  31. Close liftgate
  32. Raise all four windows
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    Via LH front door switch
  33. Close all four doors
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    Unlatch doors before closing if necessary