29/07/2020 10:21:59

Closeout - Armrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 13058012 0.12 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: Closeout - Armrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace)
Description	Torque Value	Recommended Tools	Reuse/Replace
Screw that attaches the 2nd row center/20 lumbar bun to the 2nd row seat	1.5 Nm (1.1 lbs-ft)	Torx T20 socket	Reuse
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
Screw that attaches the LH armrest detent to the seat	3.8 Nm (2.8 lbs-ft)	Torx T20 socket	Reuse

Remove

Open all four doors and fully lower all windows.
Move the front seats fully forward.
Fold down the center 2nd row seatback assembly.
Remove the center 2nd row headrest. See Headrest - 2nd Row - Center (Remove and Replace).
Remove the center 2nd row headrest guide lock. See Guide Lock - Headrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the the center 2nd row headrest adjustment guide. See Adjustment Guide - Headrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the center 2nd row backrest switch. See Backrest Switch – Seat Back – 2nd Row – Center (Remove and Replace)
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.
Remove the screw that attaches the 2nd row center/20 lumbar bun to the 2nd row seat.
1.5 Nm (1.1 lbs-ft)
Note
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

Torx T20 socket
Remove the tape and release the clip that attach the wiring harness to the center 2nd row seatback.
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.
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
Remove 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
Using a small flat head screwdriver, close the center 2nd row seatback latch.
Raise the center 2nd row seatback to the upright position.
Pull the 2nd row armrest away from the center 2nd row seatback.
Release the clips (x2) that attach the seat bun to the seat assembly, and then remove the seat bun from the vehicle.

Note
Pull the bolsters outwards simulatenously to aid removal.
Remove the center 2nd row seatback pivot clamps. See Pivot Clamps - Seat Back - 2nd Row - Center/20 (Remove and Replace).
Remove the screw that attaches the LH armrest detent to the seat, and then remove the detent from the seat assembly. Repeat this step for the RH armrest detent.
3.8 Nm (2.8 lbs-ft)
Note
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

Torx T20 socket
Release the clips (x5) that attach the center 2nd row seatback closeout to the seat assembly, and then remove the closeout from the seat.
Cut the zip tie that attaches the center 2nd row seatback latch actuator to the seat, and then disconnect the connector.