2025-03-12

Curtain Airbag - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 2001020102 FRT 1.15 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.

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Warning
Make sure LV power has been disconnected for at least 2 minutes before disconnecting the electrical harness from Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) components, such as Restraint Control Module, sensors, airbags, etc. 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 .

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Curtain Airbag - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x5) that attach the LH curtain airbag to the body
9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the headliner. See Front Headliner (Remove and Install).
  2. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  3. Disconnect the electrical harness from the LH curtain airbag connector.
  4. Remove the bolts (x5) that attach the LH curtain airbag to the body.
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    Note
    Do NOT use impact tool to install these self-tapping bolts.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  5. Carefully release the clips (x7) that attach the LH curtain airbag to the side rail, and pull the air bag forward to disengage the hook, and then remove the airbag from the vehicle.
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    Warning
    If any clips are damaged, the airbag must be replaced.
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    Warning
    The airbag should always be handled by the igniter; the igniter should never be left dangling.

Install

  1. Install the LH curtain airbag to the side rail, and then carefully fasten the clips (x7) that attach the airbag to the side rail.
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    Note
    Make sure that the airbag hook is fully seated to the vehicle.
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    Warning
    If any clips are damaged, the airbag must be replaced.
  2. Install and hand-tighten the bolts (x5) that attach the LH curtain airbag to the body.
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    Note
    Make sure that the tuner and airbag maintain a certain distance and do not interfere.
  3. Tighten the bolts (x5) that attach the LH curtain airbag to the body.
    9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Do NOT use impact tool to install these self-tapping bolts.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  4. Connect the electrical harness to the LH curtain airbag connector.
  5. Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  6. Install the headliner. See Front Headliner (Remove and Install).