2025-10-02

Armrest Frame Assembly - 2nd Row (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.
  • 2025-10-02: Released new procedure.
  1. Open LH rear door
  2. Lower LH rear window
  3. Remove 2nd row center headrest
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    Depress button and tab while pulling upwards to release
  4. Fold down 2nd row armrest
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    Via release strap
  5. Remove 2nd row center back panel
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    6x clips, 2x hooks, Rotate rearwards then pull upwards to release hooks
  6. Partially remove 2nd row armrest trim
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    2x push clips, 2x clips, 2x hooks, Rotate armrest frame away from trim
  7. Remove LH 2nd row center headrest guide
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    Depress tabs then slide upwards to release from square tube
  8. Remove RH 2nd row center headrest guide
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    Note
    Depress tabs then slide upwards to release from square tube
  9. Remove 2nd row armrest closeout
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    2x clips, 1x cable clip
  10. Remove 2nd row armrest frame
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    1x bolt, 11mm, 44 Nm, 1x bolt, T50, 38 Nm
  11. Install 2nd row armrest frame
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    1x bolt, 11mm, 44 Nm, 1x bolt, T50, 38 Nm
  12. Install 2nd row armrest closeout
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    2x clips, 1x cable clip
  13. Install RH 2nd row center headrest guide
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    Push down square tube to secure, Ensure tabs are engaged
  14. Install LH 2nd row center headrest guide
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    Note
    Push down square tube to secure, Ensure tabs are engaged
  15. Secure 2nd row armrest trim
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    2x push clips, 2x clips, 2x hooks, Rotate trim upwards to engage hooks, Secure clips then rotate frame down
  16. Install 2nd row center back panel
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    6x clips, 2x hooks, Engage hooks then rotate into position, Replace any missing or damaged clips
  17. Return 2nd row armrest to vertical position
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    Ensure latch engages
  18. Install 2nd row center headrest
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    Push down to secure
  19. Raise LH rear window
  20. Close LH rear door