2025-10-09

Knee Airbag - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 2001010302 FRT 0.36 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 Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

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Warning
Make sure 12V/LV power has been disconnected for at least 1 minute before disconnecting the electrical harness from Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) components, such as Restraint Control Module, sensors, airbags, etc. Disconnect the 12V/LV battery and the First Responder Loop. Failure to do so can result in unintended safety system behaviors. For more information on SRS precautions, see .
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Warning
Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) components can be hazardous if not handled properly. For more information on SRS precautions, see .
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Note
The knee airbag is only equipped on North American vehicles.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Knee Airbag - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x4) that attach the front LH knee airbag to the instrument panel
8.5 Nm (6.3 lbs-ft)
  • External Torx E10
  • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
  • 3 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
 Replace 1116594-00-A

Remove

  1. Open the all doors and fully lower all windows.
  2. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  3. Release front LH cabin carpet cover from LH knee air bag cover.
  4. Remove the LH knee airbag bolt covers.
  5. Remove and discard the bolts (x4) that attach the LH knee airbag to the instrument panel.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E10
    • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  6. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the knee airbag, and then remove the airbag from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Peel the back the plastic film.
  7. Use a 90-degree pick to apply pressure along the rear edge of the airbag assembly, and while doing so, flex the knee airbag cover surround to release each of the airbag tabs from the cover surround.
  8. Pivot the airbag up, unhook the tabs at the front of the airbag from the cover surround, and then remove the airbag from the cover.
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    CAUTION
    Properly dispose of the airbag.

Install

  1. Install the knee airbag to the knee airbag cover.
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    Note
    Engage the rear tabs first and then press to engage the front tabs to hook the metal tabs.
  2. Connect the wiring harness connector to the knee airbag, and then install the knee airbag to the vehicle.
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    Note
    Place the plastic film back over the squib assembly.
  3. Install new bolts (x4) that attach the LH knee airbag to the instrument panel.
    8.5 Nm (6.3 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E10
    • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
    • 3 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Install the knee airbag bolt covers.
  5. Install front LH cabin carpet cover to passenger knee air bag cover.
  6. Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  7. Raise all windows and close all doors.