1st Row Seat Riser (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.
- 2025-10-01: Released new procedure.
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Open all four doors
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Lower all four windows
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Partially remove LH front primary door seal from body
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Remove LH IP end cap
Note5x clips, 2x guide tabs
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Remove LH lower A pillar trim from body
Note7x clips,4x guide tabs, 1x push clip, Pull rear of lower A-pillar upward to release clip then pull rearward to release front tabs from carpet
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Move LH front seat backward
NoteVia UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
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Remove LH front seat front bolts
Note2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Discard patch bolts after removal
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Release seat belt retractor from LH
front seat pretensioner
NoteInsert seat belt release tool in bottom of retractor to release
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Move LH front seat forward
NoteVia UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
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Remove LH front seat rear bolts
Note2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Discard patch bolts after removal
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Adjust position of LH front seat for easy removal
NoteMove seat to middle of track at most upright position with seat fully up off floor
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Open hood
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Power off vehicle from center display
NoteVia Controls > Safety > Power Off, Select Power Off button at warning dialogue box
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Remove HEPA filter or big basin
NoteVehicle configuration may vary, W/ HEPA: 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, Pivot rear edge up past brake reservoir then lift up to clear frunk assembly, W/O HEPA: 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, 14x clips, Fold rear lip of base frunk forward to access forward cowl clips, Lift cowl clips to release basin bracket
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Disconnect LV battery and first responder loop
Note2x connectors, Release green locking tab, Press black tab then pull black connector lock outwards to release connection, Release red lock tab on FRL, Allow 2 minutes for all electrical circuits to fully discharge
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Disconnect LH front seat harness connector from LH controller
Note1x connector, Release locking tab
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Release LH front seat harness from sill trim clips
Note4x clips
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Pull LH front seat harness from under LH front cabin carpet
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Remove LH front seat from vehicle
NoteRecommend assistance, With assistant supporting seat back from 2nd row seat, Remove seat from front LH door opening, Caution not to damage any trim, Protect the seat upholstery when the seat is outside of the vehicle
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Remove 2nd row seat cushion
Note1x connector, Lift front edge of seat cushion upward to release foam from frame, Adjust the backrest to the appropriate position as needed
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Partially release LH rear primary door seal from body
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Remove LH lower C pillar trim
Note7x clips, 2x guide tabs, Pull the trim upward to release all clips
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Remove LH lower B pillar trim
Note2x tabs, 1x locator tab, 9x clips, 1x push clip, Release both top side tabs, first pull upper half trim toward inside of the car, and then pull lower half trim outward to release all clips
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Remove clips securing cabin carpet to seat riser
Note4x clips
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Fold LH front cabin carpet over
NoteLift up rear edge of carpet near outboard seat riser
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Remove LH front outboard seat riser fastener
Note1x patch bolt, 11mm, 33.5 Nm, Discard after removal
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Fold LH rear main cabin carpet over
NoteFold the front edge of the LH rear cabin carpet near the outboard seat riser
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Remove LH rear outboard seat riser fastener
Note1x patch bolt, 11mm, 33.5 Nm, Discard after removal
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Remove LH outboard seat riser
Note2x locating tab
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Install LH outboard seat riser
Note2x locating tab
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Install LH rear outboard seat riser fastener
Note1x patch bolt, 11mm, 33.5 Nm, Install new bolt
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Lay LH rear main cabin carpet over LH outboard seat riser
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Install LH front outboard seat riser fastener
Note1x patch bolt, 11mm, 33.5 Nm, Install new bolt
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Lay LH front cabin carpet over LH outboard seat riser
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Install clips securing cabin carpet to seat riser
Note4x clips
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Install LH lower B pillar trim
Note2x tabs, 1x locator tab, 9x clips, 1x push clip, Align the locator tab to slot, push in the direction of the arrow to install the clips after aligning them, then install both side tabs
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Install LH lower C pillar trim
Note7x clips, 2x guide tabs, Align guide tabs, Then press down to securing all clips
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Partially install LH rear primary door seal
NoteVerify seal is seated properly on all trim panels
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Install 2nd row seat cushion
Note1x connector, Slide rear cushion rearward then align foam with seat rail, Make sure cushion is fully seated with push & pull test, And ensure the buckles get stuck under the 2nd row cushion
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Install LH front seat into vehicle
NoteRecommend assistance, Install seat from front LH door opening, Assistant should be ready to support seat back once it is in the vehicle, Caution not to damage any trim
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Secure LH front seat harness under LH front cabin carpet
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Install clips securing LH seat harness to sill trim
Note4x clips, Tuck excess harness between harness bracket and body
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Connect LH front seat harness connector to LH controller
Note1x connector, Engage locking tab
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Install LH lower A pillar trim
Note7x clips, 4x guide tabs, 1x push clip, Align guide tabs with body and harness bracket then push downwards to secure
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Install LH IP end cap
Note5x clips, 2x guide tabs
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Partially install LH front primary door seal
NoteVerify seal is seated properly on all trim panels
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Connect first responder loop and LV battery
Note2x connectors, Secure FRL first, Seat LV battery connection and push black connector lock inwards to secure, Engage green locking tab when fully seated
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Install HEPA filter or big basin
NoteVehicle configuration may vary, W/ HEPA: 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, Pivot forward edge down past frunk assembly, Then carefully move rear edge past brake reservoir and into position, Gently press on RH side of filter to seat seal onto duct, W/O HEPA: 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, 14x clips, Secure basin fasteners then install basin cowl, Fold rear flap of base frunk back to access front row of clips to cowl, Replace any missing or damaged clips, Do not pinch washer line in between big basin and body
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Close hood
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Move LH front seat forward
NoteVia UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
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Install LH front seat rear bolts
Note2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Install new patch bolts
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Move LH front seat backward
NoteVia UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
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Install LH front seat front bolts
Note2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Install new patch bolts
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Install seat belt retractor to LH front
seat pretensioner
NoteInsert retractor into seat pretensioner, Make sure it locks into position with push-pull-push test
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Move LH front seat to original position
NoteVia UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
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Raise all four window
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Close all four doors
NoteUnlatch doors before closing if necessary