2025-03-12

SECOND ROW - OUTER SEAT BELT BUCKLE RIGHT HAND - 5 SEATER (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 2005020702 FRT 0.20 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.

Remove

  1. Remove the 2nd row seat cushion. See 2ND ROW SEAT CUSHION (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the RH 2nd row seat assembly. See 2ND ROW SEAT 5 SEATER - 40 (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove outer seat belt buckle harness connector from clip bracket.
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    Note
    Pull up bracket end to release tab, and then slide backward.
  4. Disconnect outer seat belt buckle connector.
  5. Remove outer seat belt buckle from 40 seat frame assembly.
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    If the bolt is hard to remove, use an inductive heating tool to melt the adhesive patch material. Position the inductive heating tool coil around the bolt, and then heat the bolt for 20 seconds. Allow the bolt to cool down for 2 minutes, and then remove and discard the bolt. The inductive heater coil, bolt, and adjacent areas will be extremely hot.
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    Warning
    Persons that have a pacemaker or any other kind of electronic or metal surgical implant must stay at least 1 m (3 ft) away from the inductive heater while it is in use.
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    Warning
    Remove all metallic items (such as coins, keys, electronics, and tools) from pockets before using the inductive heater.
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    Warning
    Ensure that there is a properly-maintained fire extinguisher in the work area before using the inductive heater.
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    Warning
    Use the inductive heater in a well-ventilated area.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 3 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench

Install

  1. Install new bolt that attaches seat buckles to the seat frame assembly.
    40 Nm (29.5 lbs-ft)
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    Make sure that the guide pin is aligned.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 3 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  2. Connect outer seat belt buckle connector.
  3. Install outer seat belt buckle harness connector to clip bracket.
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    Note
    Pull up bracket end to release tab, and then slide backward.
  4. Install the RH 2nd row seat assembly. See 2ND ROW SEAT 5 SEATER - 40 (Remove and Replace).
  5. Install the 2nd row seat cushion. See 2ND ROW SEAT CUSHION (Remove and Replace).