2025-10-02

Harness - Driver Seat Harness - LH (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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Warning
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.

Remove

  1. Open LH front door
  2. Lower LH front window
  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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    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  7. Remove LH front seat front bolts
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    2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Discard patch bolts after removal
  8. Release seat belt retractor from LH front seat pre tensioner
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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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    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  10. Open LH rear door
  11. Lower LH rear window
  12. Remove LH front seat rear bolts
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    2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Discard patch bolts after removal
  13. 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
  14. Open hood
  15. Power off vehicle from center display
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    Via Controls > Safety > Power Off, Select Power Off button at warning dialogue box
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. Disconnect LH front seat harness connector from LH controller
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    1x connector, Release locking tab
  19. Release LH front seat harness from sill trim clips
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    4x clips
  20. Pull LH front seat harness from under LH front cabin carpet
  21. 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
  22. Rotate seat to gain access to underside
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    Protect seat cushion from damage
  23. Release rear section of seatback trim
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    2x zippers, 2x tabs, 1x hook, Release elastic strap to expose hook and zippers, Use pick tool to move zipper
  24. Return seat to upright position
  25. Disconnect outboard air bag connector
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    1x connector, Press and hold the black tabs on both sides and pull down to release the connector, Vehicles may be equipped with different connectors, If square connector present pull down white tabs simultaneously to release
  26. Disconnect inboard air bag connector
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    1x connector, Press and hold the black tabs on both sides and pull down to release the connector, Vehicles may be equipped with different connectors, If square connector present pull down white tabs simultaneously to release
  27. Disconnect LH front seat back recliner motor connector
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    1x connector
  28. Disconnect LH front seat back lumbar pump connector
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    1x connector
  29. Release seatback section of LH seat harness
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    5x clips
  30. Rotate seat to gain access to underside
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    Protect seat cushion from damage
  31. Disconnect LH lap pretensioner connector
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    1x connector, Release safety lock
  32. Release seat belt pretensioner harness bracket
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    2x clips, First move the harness bracket forwards, Then remove the harness bracket backwards
  33. Disconnect LH front seat back heater connector
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    1x connector
  34. Disconnect LH front cushion heater connector
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    1x connector
  35. Remove clip securing harness to LH front seat cushion suspension
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    1x clip
  36. Disconnect LH front seat track motor connector
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    1x connector
  37. Disconnect LH front seat tilt motor connector
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    1x connector
  38. Disconnect LH front seat height adjuster motor connector
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    1x connector
  39. Remove clip securing LH front seat harness to outboard seat track
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    1x clip
  40. Disconnect seat belt buckle connector
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    1x connector, 2x clips, Slide bracket forwards then lift at rear to release tabs
  41. Release seat harness bracket clips from LH front seat cushion frame
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    3x clips, Use 90 degree pick to release clips from back of bracket
  42. Remove LH front seat harness assembly
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    Ensure no harness branches become snagged

Install

  1. Position LH front seat harness assembly
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    Route harness branches to components
  2. Secure seat harness bracket to LH front seat cushion frame
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    3x clips
  3. Connect seat belt buckle
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    1x connector, Slide front of bracket under frame then pull rearwards to secure tabs
  4. Secure LH front seat harness to outboard seat track
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    1x clip
  5. Connect LH front seat track motor connector
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    1x connector
  6. Connect LH front seat height adjuster motor connector
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    Note
    1x connector
  7. Connect LH front seat tilt motor connector
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    1x connector
  8. Secure seat harness clip to LH front seat cushion suspension
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    1x clip
  9. Connect LH front seat cushion heater connector
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    Note
    1x connector
  10. Connect LH front seat back heater connector
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    Note
    1x connector
  11. Install seat belt pretensioner harness bracket
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    Note
    2x clips, Slide front of bracket under frame then pull rearwards to secure tabs
  12. Connect LH lap pretensioner connector
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    1x connector, Ensure locking tabs are fully engaged
  13. Rotate seat to upright position
  14. Secure seat back section of LH seat harness
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    5x clips
  15. Connect LH front seat back lumbar pump connector
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    Note
    1x connector
  16. Connect LH front seat back recliner motor connector
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    Note
    1x connector
  17. Connect outboard air bag connector
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    Note
    1x connector, Ensure locking tabs are fully engaged
  18. Connect inboard air bag connector
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    Note
    1x connector, Ensure locking tabs are fully engaged
  19. Rotate seat to gain access to underside of seat
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    Note
    Protect seat cushion from damage
  20. Secure rear section of seat back trim
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    Note
    2x zippers, 2x tabs, 1x hook, Use pick tool to move zipper, Move flap section into position then secure elastic strap to hooks, Ensure zipper tails are tucked inside seat trim
  21. 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
  22. Secure LH front seat harness under LH front cabin carpet
  23. Install clips securing LH seat harness to sill trim
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    4x clips, Tuck excess harness between harness bracket and body
  24. Connect LH front seat harness connector to LH controller
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    1x connector, Engage locking tab
  25. Install LH lower A pillar trim
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    7x clips, 4x guide tabs, 1x push clip, Align guide tabs with body and harness bracket then push downwards to secure
  26. Install LH IP end cap
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    5x clips, 2x guide tabs
  27. Partially install LH front primary door seal
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    Verify seal is seated properly on all trim panels
  28. 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
  29. Install HEPA filter or big basin
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    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
  30. Close hood
  31. Move LH front seat forward
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    Note
    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  32. Install LH front seat rear bolts
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    Note
    2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Install new patch bolts
  33. Move LH front seat backward
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    Note
    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  34. Install LH front seat front bolts
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    Note
    2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Install new patch bolts
  35. Install seat belt retractor to LH front seat pre tensioner
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    Insert retractor into seat pre tensioner, Make sure it locks into position with push-pull-push test
  36. Move LH front seat to original position
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    Via UI > Seat Controls, Use steering wheel scroll wheel as needed
  37. Raise LH rear window
  38. Close LH rear door
  39. Raise LH front window
  40. Close LH front door