2025-03-12

1ST ROW OUTBOARD SIDESHIELD - FOR LEFT HAND SEAT - LUMBAR (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1307010502 FRT 0.15 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.

  • 1133787-00-A - KEY, SEAT BELT RELEASE, MODEL 3

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: 1ST ROW OUTBOARD SIDESHIELD - FOR LEFT HAND SEAT - LUMBAR (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attaches the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat frame
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
  • 2 in extension
  • 8 mm socket
Reuse
Screws (x3) that attach the 8 way and lumbar switch assembly to the LH front outboard shield
0.7 Nm (6 lbs-in)
  • Torx T20 bit
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse

Remove

  1. Open the LH doors and lower the LH windows.
  2. Move the driver's seat fully forward, and adjust the seat cushion height to maximum.
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    CAUTION
    Do not allow the seat headrest to compress the sun visor as it might crack the mirror.
  3. Insert the seat belt release key (1133787-00-A) into the bottom of the seatbelt pretensioner coupling to release the seatbelt from the pretensioner.
  4. Remove the bolt that attaches the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat frame.
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    Note
    Ensure the front of the seat is high enough to access the bolt.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 2 in extension
    • 8 mm socket
  5. Pull the driver seat outboard side shield away from the seat frame to release the clip that attaches the side shield to the front of the seat frame.
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    Note
    Do not fully remove at this time to avoid damage to the trim/switch pack/harness.
  6. Pull the driver seat outboard side shield away from the seat frame to release the clips (x3) that attach the side shield to the upper part of the seat frame.
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    CAUTION
    Do not fully remove at this time to avoid damage to the trim/switch pack/harness.
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    Note
    Remove the lower clips first, and then remove the upper positioning clip.
  7. Disconnect the electrical harness from the backrest and cushion adjust switch connector.
  8. Pull the rear of the outboard side shield outward and then upward to release the clips (x5) that attach the driver seat outboard side shield to the vehicle.
  9. Remove the clips (x5) that attach the seat cushion button switch and the recliner button switch to the driver seat outboard shield.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Make sure that the trim and the switch are not damaged during removal.
  10. Remove the screws (x3) that attach the 8 way and lumbar switch assembly to the driver seat outboard side shield.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  11. Remove the driver seat outboard side shield.

Install

  1. Install the screws (x3) that attach the 8 way and lumbar switch assembly to the LH front outboard side shield.
    0.7 Nm (6 lbs-in)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  2. Install the clips (x5) that attach the seat cushion button switch and the recliner button switch to the driver seat outboard side shield.
  3. Align the side shield with the contour of the seatback, and then apply light pressure to the rear of the side shield to seat it fully on the seat frame.
  4. Connect the electrical harness to the backrest and cushion adjust switch connector.
  5. Install the clips (x3) that attach the side shield to the upper part of the seat frame.
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    Note
    Install the upper positioning clip first, and then install the lower clips.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Ensure the trim and the switch are not damaged.
  6. Install the bolt that attaches the driver seat outboard side shield to the seat frame.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 2 in extension
    • 8 mm socket
  7. Move the driver seat to original position.
  8. Insert the seat belt retractor to the driver seat pre-tensioner, and perform a push-pull-push test to make sure it is fully secured.
  9. Raise the LH windows and close the LH doors.