24/08/2020 15:33:16

Seat Back - 2nd Row - RH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13054102 0.30 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: Seat Back - 2nd Row - RH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attaches the RH seat back lower frame to the vehicle
37 Nm (27.3 lbs-ft)
  • 11 mm socket
  • 6 in extension
  • 3/8 in std flex head ratchet
  • 3/8 in flex head torque wrench (installation only)
Reuse
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CAUTION
Bolts must be installed in the following sequence:
  1. Front Outboard
  2. Rear Inboard
  3. Rear Outboard
  4. Front Inboard

Remove

  1. Remove the RH lower c-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Release the clips that attach the main carpet to the lower seat cushion frames.
  3. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the RH 2nd row seat back frame to the vehicle.
    37 Nm (27.3 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 11 mm socket
    • 6 in extension
    • 3/8 in std flex head ratchet
    • 3/8 in flex head torque wrench (installation only)
    Tip: The two frontmost bolts are behind the main carpet.
  4. Carefully fold down the RH 2nd row seatback.
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    CAUTION
    Place a protective covering on the seat back upholstery and take care not to damage the upholstery during removal of the seat back.
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    CAUTION
    Do not place any additional weight on the seatback. Doing so may damage the seat frame alignment tabs, which can cause unevenness between the 60 and 40 seatbacks.
  5. Disconnect the electrical harness from the connector at the RH lower seat frame.
  6. With assistance, carefully remove the RH 2nd row seat back assembly from the vehicle.
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    CAUTION
    Place the seat back assembly in an area where it will not be tipped over or otherwise damaged.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

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CAUTION
The RH seat frame bolts must be installed in the following sequence:
  1. Front Outboard
  2. Rear Inboard
  3. Rear Outboard
  4. Front Inboard