29/04/2024 22:59:49

Lumbar Support - Backrest - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13043002 0.42 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.

  • 2024-04-30: Added a video to show how to remove and install the lumbar support from the seat and fixed the broken links.

Remove

  1. Remove the driver seat back shell. See Shell - Seat Back - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  2. Unhook the lower flaps that cover the LH and RH lower corners of the seat back frame.
  3. Unhook the upper flaps that cover the LH and RH lower corners of the seat back frame.
  4. Release the clips that attach the outboard side of the seat back cover to the seat back frame.
    Tip: Rotate the clips and then release them from the frame the inside out.
  5. Pull the seat upholstery away from the airbag to gain access to the electrical connector and then pull both orange tabs down to release and disconnect the airbag electrical connector.
  6. Disconnect the electrical harness from the recliner motor connector.
  7. Disconnect the electrical harness from the lumbar valve pack and ECU.
  8. Disconnect the electrical harness from the lumbar pump connector.
  9. Use a trim tool to release the clips that attach the electrical harness to the seat frame.
  10. Release the clip that attaches the seat trim to the lumbar support assembly.
  11. Release the clips that attach the lumbar pump pouch to the seat frame, and then separate the pouch from the seat back.
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    Make sure wearing proper PPE to avoid personal injury.
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    The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
  12. Remove the bolt that attaches the lumbar support assembly to the seat frame.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  13. Slide the lumbar support assembly down, then press the bottom of the lumbar support assembly in, and at the same time, slide the lumbar support assembly up. Pivot the bottom of the lumbar support assembly out from the frame, and pull the lumbar support assembly down and out of the frame.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.