2025-03-12

B Pillar Airbag Ramp - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1518011002 FRT 0.45 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:B Pillar Airbag Ramp - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screw that attach the LH coat hook to the headliner
2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T25 bit
 Reuse
bolts (x2) that attach the LH B-pillar airbag ramp to the body
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the LH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Fold the 2nd row LH seat back down using the trunk seat switch.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Adjust the seat back to the appropriate position according to work needs, Protect seat back upholstery if necessary.
  3. Remove the LH trunk side trim. See Trunk Side Trim LH - Rear Under Body (Remove and Replace).
  4. Release the clips and tabs that attach the LH upper C-pillar trim to the body, and then set the trim aside.
  5. Remove the rear headliner panel. See Rear Headliner (Remove and Replace).
  6. Push the LH coat hook to open it.
  7. Use a small flat head screwdriver to open the LH coat hook screw cover.
  8. Remove the screw that attaches the LH coat hook to the headliner.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 bit
  9. Release the clip and tab that attach the LH rear section of the headliner to the body to partially release the headliner.
  10. Release the clips (x2) that attach the LH curtain airbag to the LH B-pillar airbag ramp.
  11. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH B-pillar airbag ramp to the body.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  12. Release the clip that attaches the LH B-pillar airbag ramp to the body, and then remove the ramp from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the LH B-pillar airbag ramp to the body, and then install the clip that attaches the ramp to the body.
  2. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH B-pillar airbag ramp to the body.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  3. Install the clips (x2) that attach the LH curtain airbag to the LH B-pillar airbag ramp.
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    CAUTION
    When clips are damaged during removal, the curtain airbag must be replaced.
  4. Install the clip and tab that attach the LH rear section of the headliner to the body.
  5. Install the screw that attaches the LH coat hook to the headliner.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 bit
  6. Close the LH coat hook screw cover.
  7. Push the LH coat hook to close it.
  8. Install the rear headliner panel. See Rear Headliner (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the clips and tabs that attach the LH upper C-pillar trim to the body.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Feed the seat belt through the trim and seat the trunk seal to the edge of the trim.
  10. Install the LH trunk side trim. See Trunk Side Trim LH - Rear Under Body (Remove and Replace).
  11. Move the 2nd row LH seat back to its vertical position.
  12. Install the LH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).