2025-10-02

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.

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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.
  1. Open all four doors
  2. Lower all four windows
  3. Partially remove LH front primary door seal from body
  4. Remove LH IP end cap
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    5x clips, 2x guide tabs
  5. Remove LH lower A pillar trim from body
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    7x 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
  6. Move LH front seat backward
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    Note
    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  7. Remove LH front seat front bolts
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    Note
    2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Discard patch bolts after removal
  8. Release seat belt retractor from LH front seat pretensioner
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    Insert seat belt release tool in bottom of retractor to release
  9. Move LH front seat forward
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    Note
    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  10. Remove LH front seat rear bolts
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    Note
    2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Discard patch bolts after removal
  11. Adjust position of LH front seat for easy removal
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    Move seat to middle of track at most upright position with seat fully up off floor
  12. Open hood
  13. Power off vehicle from center display
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    Via Controls > Safety > Power Off, Select Power Off button at warning dialogue box
  14. Remove HEPA filter or big basin
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    Vehicle 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
  15. Disconnect LV battery and first responder loop
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    2x 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
  16. Disconnect LH front seat harness connector from LH controller
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    1x connector, Release locking tab
  17. Release LH front seat harness from sill trim clips
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    4x clips
  18. Pull LH front seat harness from under LH front cabin carpet
  19. Remove LH front seat from vehicle
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    Recommend 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
  20. Remove 2nd row seat cushion
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    1x connector, Lift front edge of seat cushion upward to release foam from frame, Adjust the backrest to the appropriate position as needed
  21. Partially release LH rear primary door seal from body
  22. Remove LH lower C pillar trim
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    Note
    7x clips, 2x guide tabs, Pull the trim upward to release all clips
  23. Remove LH lower B pillar trim
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    2x 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
  24. Remove clips securing cabin carpet to seat riser
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    4x clips
  25. Fold LH front cabin carpet over
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    Lift up rear edge of carpet near outboard seat riser
  26. Remove LH front outboard seat riser fastener
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    Note
    1x patch bolt, 11mm, 33.5 Nm, Discard after removal
  27. Fold LH rear main cabin carpet over
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    Fold the front edge of the LH rear cabin carpet near the outboard seat riser
  28. Remove LH rear outboard seat riser fastener
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    1x patch bolt, 11mm, 33.5 Nm, Discard after removal
  29. Remove LH outboard seat riser
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    2x locating tab
  30. Install LH outboard seat riser
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    2x locating tab
  31. Install LH rear outboard seat riser fastener
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    1x patch bolt, 11mm, 33.5 Nm, Install new bolt
  32. Lay LH rear main cabin carpet over LH outboard seat riser
  33. Install LH front outboard seat riser fastener
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    1x patch bolt, 11mm, 33.5 Nm, Install new bolt
  34. Lay LH front cabin carpet over LH outboard seat riser
  35. Install clips securing cabin carpet to seat riser
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    4x clips
  36. Install LH lower B pillar trim
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    2x 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
  37. Install LH lower C pillar trim
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    7x clips, 2x guide tabs, Align guide tabs, Then press down to securing all clips
  38. Partially install LH rear primary door seal
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    Verify seal is seated properly on all trim panels
  39. Install 2nd row seat cushion
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    1x 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
  40. Install LH front seat into vehicle
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    Recommend 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
  41. Secure LH front seat harness under LH front cabin carpet
  42. Install clips securing LH seat harness to sill trim
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    4x clips, Tuck excess harness between harness bracket and body
  43. Connect LH front seat harness connector to LH controller
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    1x connector, Engage locking tab
  44. Install LH lower A pillar trim
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    Note
    7x clips, 4x guide tabs, 1x push clip, Align guide tabs with body and harness bracket then push downwards to secure
  45. Install LH IP end cap
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    5x clips, 2x guide tabs
  46. Partially install LH front primary door seal
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    Verify seal is seated properly on all trim panels
  47. Connect first responder loop and LV battery
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    2x connectors, Secure FRL first, Seat LV battery connection and push black connector lock inwards to secure, Engage green locking tab when fully seated
  48. Install HEPA filter or big basin
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    Note
    Vehicle 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
  49. Close hood
  50. Move LH front seat forward
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    Note
    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  51. Install LH front seat rear bolts
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    Note
    2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Install new patch bolts
  52. Move LH front seat backward
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    Note
    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  53. Install LH front seat front bolts
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    Note
    2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Install new patch bolts
  54. Install seat belt retractor to LH front seat pretensioner
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    Insert retractor into seat pretensioner, Make sure it locks into position with push-pull-push test
  55. Move LH front seat to original position
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    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  56. Raise all four window
  57. Close all four doors
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    Unlatch doors before closing if necessary