2025-03-12

Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1518010702 FRT 0.12 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 LH instrument panel end cap. See Instrument Panel - End Cap - Substrate - LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Partially remove the LH front primary seal.
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    Note
    Start from the upper corner closest to the upper B-pillar, and then pull straight down along the length of the seal to release.
  3. Remove the LH upper A-pillar trim.
    1. Pull the upper portion of the upper A-pillar trim inside.
    2. Depress the tabs (x2) to remove the tether from body side.
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      Note
      The tether may vary on vehicle versions.
    3. Pull the upper A-pillar trim upward and release the remaining clips to remove the trim.

Install

  1. Install the LH upper A-pillar trim.
    1. Slide the bottom of the trim along the instrument panel and the speaker grill.
    2. Attach the tether to body side.
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      Note
      The tether may vary on vehicle versions.
    3. Install the clips starting from the bottom and working up.
    4. Pull the seal over the trim.
  2. Install the LH front primary seal back to body.
  3. Install the LH instrument panel end cap. See Instrument Panel - End Cap - Substrate - LH (Remove and Replace).