2020-12-03

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

Correction code 15183002 0.06 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.

  • 1133787-00-A Key, Seat Belt Release, Model 3

Remove

  1. Open both LH doors.
  2. Move the LH front seat fully forward.
  3. Insert the seat belt release key (1133787-00-A) into the bottom of the seatbelt pretensioner coupling to release the seatbelt from the pretensioner.
  4. Release the clips that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar.
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    Note
    Release the bottom clips first, and then release the clips at the top of the trim.
  5. Guide the seatbelt retainer through the LH upper B-pillar trim, and then remove the trim from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Guide the seatbelt retainer through the LH upper B-pillar trim, and then align the seat belt slider with the trim.
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    Note
    Ensure the seat belt is not twisted.
  2. Insert the top of the LH upper B-pillar trim under the headliner to align the clips, and then press the bottom to fully seat the lower portion of the trim.
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    Note
    Ensure the seal correctly overlaps the trim.
  3. Install the LH front seatbelt pretensioner coupling onto the LH front seat pretensioner.
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    Note
    Perform a pull-push-pull test to verify the pretensioner and coupling are fully engaged.
  4. Move the LH front seat to its original position.
  5. Close both LH doors.