2024-02-05

Airbag - Curtain - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 20012002 1.62 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. See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2-5-2024: Added note on varying number of curtain airbag fasteners.
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Warning
Make sure 12V/LV power has been disconnected for at least 1 minute before disconnecting the electrical harness from Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) components, such as Restraint Control Module, sensors, airbags, etc. Disconnect the 12V/LV battery and the First Responder Loop. Failure to do so can result in unintended safety system behaviors. For more information on SRS precautions, see Airbag and Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) Precautions.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Airbag - Curtain - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts that attach the LH curtain airbag to the body
9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • 2 in extension
Reuse

Remove

  1. Open all doors and fully lower all windows.
  2. Open the liftgate.
  3. Remove the front headliner. See Headliner - Front (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the rear headliner. See Headliner - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  6. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  7. Disconnect the electrical harness from the LH curtain airbag connector.
  8. Remove the bolts that attach the front and center portions of the LH curtain airbag to the body.
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    Note
    The number of fasteners varies depending on vehicle build date/airbag revision.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
  9. Remove the bolts that attach the rear portion of the LH curtain airbag to the body.
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    Note
    The number of fasteners varies depending on vehicle build date/airbag revision.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
  10. Carefully release the clips (x8) that attach the LH curtain airbag to the side rail, and remove the airbag from the vehicle.
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    Warning
    If any clips are damaged, the airbag must be replaced.
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    Warning
    The airbag should always be handled by the igniter; the igniter should never be left dangling.
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    Note
    The number of fasteners varies depending on vehicle build date/airbag revision.

Install

  1. Install the LH curtain airbag to the side rail, and then carefully fasten the clips (x8) that attach the airbag to the side rail.
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    Warning
    If any clips are damaged, the airbag must be replaced.
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    Note
    The number of fasteners varies depending on vehicle build date/airbag revision.
  2. Install and hand-tighten the bolts that attach the rear portion of the LH curtain airbag to the body.
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    Note
    The number of fasteners varies depending on vehicle build date/airbag revision.
  3. Install and hand-tighten the bolts that attach the front and center portions of the LH curtain airbag to the body.
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    Note
    The number of fasteners varies depending on vehicle build date/airbag revision.
  4. Torque the bolts that attach the LH curtain airbag to the body.
    9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
  5. Connect the electrical harness to the LH curtain airbag connector.
  6. Install the rear headliner. See Headliner - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  7. Install the front headliner. See Headliner - Front (Remove and Replace).
  8. Connect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  9. Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).