29/06/2020 12:27:38

Armrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13058002 0.18 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

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Armrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screw that attaches the LH armrest cover panel to the center 2nd row seat frame
2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T20 socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
Center 2nd row armrest lobe bolts
8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse

Remove

  1. Open all four doors and fully lower all windows.
  2. Move the front seats fully forward.
  3. Fold down the center 2nd row seatback assembly.
  4. Remove the center 2nd row headrest. See Headrest - 2nd Row - Center (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the center 2nd row backrest switch. See Backrest Switch – Seat Back – 2nd Row – Center (Remove and Replace).
  6. Use a trim tool to release the clips that attach the center back panel to the seat, working from the bottom of the seat towards the top, and then remove the panel from seat assembly.
  7. Remove the screw that attaches the LH armrest cover panel to the center 2nd row seat frame, and then pry the cover outwards and towards the top of the seat frame to remove it. Repeat this step for the RH armrest cover panel.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  8. Remove the LH and RH armrest lobe bolts.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench

    LH shown; RH similar

  9. Using a small flat head screwdriver, close the center 2nd row seatback latch.
  10. Raise the center 2nd row seatback to the upright position.
  11. Pull the 2nd row armrest away from the center 2nd row seatback.

Install

  1. Install the 2nd row armrest onto the center 2nd row seatback.
  2. Fold down the center 2nd row seatback assembly.
  3. Install the LH and RH armrest lobe bolts.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench

    LH shown; RH similar

  4. Install the LH armrest cover panel onto the 2nd row seat frame, and then install the bolts that attaches the panel to the seat frame. Repeat this step for the RH armrest cover panel.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  5. Engage the hooks that attach the top of the center 2nd row seatback panel to the seat frame, and then engage the clips (x5) that attach the lower portion of the backpanel to the seat frame.
  6. Install the center 2nd row backrest switch. See Backrest Switch – Seat Back – 2nd Row – Center (Remove and Replace).
  7. Release the center 2nd row seatback latch.
  8. Install the center 2nd row seatback headrest.
  9. Raise the center 2nd row seatback to the upright position.
  10. Move the front seats to their original positions.
  11. Raise all the windows and close all the doors.