1ST ROW SEAT BACK - SOFT TRIM COVER - LEFT HAND (Remove and Replace)
Correction code
1307010702
FRT
0.75
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.
Torque Specifications
Description | Torque Value | Recommended Tools | Reuse/Replace | Notes |
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Bolt that attaches the bottom of the lumbar support to the seat back frame |
![]() 5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
Nuts (x2) that attach the driver seat side airbag/FSAB to the seat back frame |
![]() 5.4 Nm (4.0 lbs-ft) |
|
Replace | 1068309-00-A |
Remove
- Remove the driver seat. See FIRST ROW LEFT HAND SEAT COMPLETE (Remove and Install).
- Remove the driver headrest. See FIRST ROW - HEADREST (Remove and Replace).
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Tilt the LH front seat rearward to gain access to the underside of the LH front
seat.
NoteIt is not necessary to disconnect the LH seat harness from the body controller.
- Unhook the straps (x2) for the lower section of seat back, and move the seat back flap away from the underside of the seat.
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Disconnect the seat back heater
connector, and then separate the connector from the seat underside.
NoteSlide the connector forward to release it from the seat assembly.
- Return the seat to upright position.
- Remove the driver seat back shell. See Shell - Seat Back - 1st Row (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the upper and lower flaps
covering the outboard side of the seat back frame.
NotePull the flaps out of the metal retaining tabs to release them.
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Remove the upper and lower flaps
covering the inboard side of the seat back frame.
NotePull the flaps out of the metal retaining tabs to release them.
- Release the driver seat back trim retainers (x7) from the driver seat back frame and then untie the locking flaps that cover the upper part of the seat back frame.
- Pull the seat upholstery away from the side air bag to gain access to the air bag electrical connector.
- Press and hold the black tabs on both sides and pull them down to disconnect the airbag electrical connector.
- Pull the seat upholstery away from the FSAB to gain access to the air bag electrical connector.
- Press and hold the black tabs on both sides and pull them down to disconnect the seat FSAB electrical connector.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the
bottom of the lumbar support to the seat back frame.
NoteThe bolt is located below the lumbar ECU. Removing this bolt allows ease of access for the following step.TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 2 in extension
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- Release the tabs (x2) that attach the bottom of the lumbar support to the seat back frame.
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Remove and discard the nuts (x2) that
attach the driver seat side airbag to the seat back frame.
NoteDo not use impact tool.TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- 10 mm deep socket
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Carefully pull the driver seat side
airbag chute away from the seat back frame.
CAUTIONDo not remove the airbag from the airbag chute.
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Remove and discard the nuts (x2) that
attach the driver seat FSAB to the seat back frame.
NoteDo not use impact tool.TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- 10 mm deep socket
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Carefully pull the FSAB and fasteners
away from the seat back frame.
CAUTIONDo not remove the airbag from the airbag chute.
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Remove the seat upholstery by pulling
the bottom of the seat back trim away from the seat back frame.
NoteMake sure the heater harness and the seat back trim is clear of the seat back frame.
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Slide the side airbag chute with the
airbag still inside through the seat back foam, and then carefully remove the airbag
from the airbag chute.
CAUTIONMake sure that the driver side airbag mounting studs do not catch in the holes of the airbag chute.CAUTIONHandle the airbag with extreme care when removing it from the airbag chute. The airbag is configured/folded in a specific manner and will need to be replaced if it is dropped, altered or manipulated in any way.
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Slide the FSAB chute with the airbag
still inside through the seat back foam, and then carefully remove the airbag from the
airbag chute.
CAUTIONMake sure that the driver FSAB mounting studs do not catch in the holes of the airbag chute.CAUTIONHandle the airbag with extreme care when removing it from the airbag chute. The airbag is configured/folded in a specific manner and will need to be replaced if it is dropped, altered or manipulated in any way.
- Remove the heater harness from the seat back trim assembly.
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Release the straps that attach the
driver seat seat back trim to the seat back foam and remove the driver seat seat back
trim from the seat back foam.
CAUTIONBe careful when releasing the straps to avoid damage.
Install
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Install the strips (x4) that attach
the driver seat seat back trim to the seat back foam.
NoteMake sure the strips are secured.
- Install the heater harness to the seat back trim assembly.
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Install the driver FSAB into the airbag chute, and then insert the airbag chute with
the airbag inside through the slot in the seat back foam.
CAUTIONMake sure that the driver FSAB mounting studs extend out of the holes of the chute.CAUTIONHandle the airbag with extreme care when installing it into the airbag chute. The airbag is configured/folded in a specific manner and will need to be replaced if it is dropped, altered or manipulated in any way.
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Install the driver side airbag into
the airbag chute, and then insert the airbag chute with the airbag inside through the
slot in the seat back foam.
CAUTIONMake sure that the driver side airbag mounting studs extend out of the holes of the chute.CAUTIONHandle the airbag with extreme care when installing it into the airbag chute. The airbag is configured/folded in a specific manner and will need to be replaced if it is dropped, altered or manipulated in any way.
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Install the driver seat seat back and
foam onto the seat back frame.
NoteStart by sliding the foam trim straight onto the seat back frame. Ensure the posts for the headrests engage the seat back foam. Ensure the heater harness and lower trim that engages the frame are pushed through to the back side of the frame.
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Position the driver side air bag studs
into the seat frame and install new nuts (x2) that attach the driver seat airbag to the
seat back frame.5.4 Nm (4.0 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- 10 mm deep socket
- Connect the driver seat side air bag electrical connector.
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Position the driver FSAB studs into
the seat frame and install new nuts (x2) that attach the FSAB to the seat back
frame.5.4 Nm (4.0 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Ratchet/torque wrench
- 10 mm deep socket
- Connect the driver seat FSAB electrical connector.
- Install the tabs(x2) that attach the bottom of the lumbar support to the seat back frame.
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Install the bolt that attaches the
bottom of the lumbar support to the seat back frame.5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)NoteThe bolt is located below the lumbar ECU.TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 2 in extension
- Ratchet/torque wrench
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Install the lower and upper flaps covering the inboard side of the seat back
frame.
NotePull the flaps over the metal retaining tabs to secure them.
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Install the lower and upper flaps
covering the outboard corner of the seat back frame.
NotePull the flaps over the metal retaining tabs to secure them.
- Tie the locking flaps that cover the upper part of the seat back frame and then install the driver seat back trim retainers (x7) to the driver seat back frame.
- Install the driver seat back shell. See Shell - Seat Back - 1st Row (Remove and Replace).
- Install the driver seat headrest. See FIRST ROW - HEADREST (Remove and Replace).
- Rotate seat to gain access to underside of seat.
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Fasten the clip that attaches the seat
back heater connector to the seat underside, and then connect the connector.
NoteSlide the connector onto the seat frame clip to secure.
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Install the seat cushion retaining
clips (x2) to the LH front seat suspension.
NotePull the clips tight till the seat suspension is at a proper position for installation.
- Return the seat to upright position.
- Install the driver seat. See FIRST ROW LEFT HAND SEAT COMPLETE (Remove and Install).