19/05/2023 17:00:15

Headliner - Front (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 15204002 0.66 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.

  • 2023-05-19: Added headliner shipping bag installation tip.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Headliner - Front (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screw that attaches the LH rear coat hook to the body
1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T20 socket
  • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
  • 2 in extension
Reuse
Bolts (x10) that attach the front headliner to the rear headliner
0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
  • Torx T20 bit
  • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
Reuse

Remove

  1. Open all the doors and fully lower all the windows.
  2. Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the LH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the driver sun visor. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Move the driver seat fully forward.
  8. Remove the RH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Remove the RH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Remove the RH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  11. Remove the front passenger sun visor. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Move the front passenger seat fully forward.
  13. Push to open the LH rear coat hook.
  14. Use a small flat head screwdriver to pry open the LH rear coat hook screw cover.
  15. Remove the screw that attaches the LH rear coat hook to the body.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
    • 2 in extension
  16. Release the clips (x4) that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the vehicle, and then move the assembly aside.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Pull the bottom of the upper B-pillar trim toward the inside of the vehicle, and then pull the top to release the remaining clips.
  17. Repeat step 13 through step 16 on the RH side of the vehicle.
  18. Disconnect the headliner electrical harness.
  19. Release the clips that attach the headliner electrical harness to the LH A-pillar.
  20. With assistance, release the clips (x5) that attach the front edge of the front headliner.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    The headliner will be partially supported by safety tethers at the B-pillar.
  21. Release the LH and RH rear map light electrical harness from the rear portion of the front headliner, and then disconnect the electrical connectors.
    Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
  22. Remove the bolts (x10) that attach the front headliner to the rear headliner.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
    Figure 2. LH shown; RH similar
  23. With an assistant, remove the front headliner through the front driver door.

Install

  1. With an assistant, maneuver the front headliner through the front driver door and position the headliner for installation.
    Tip: The headliner shipping bag might be useful as a "third hand" for installation.
    1. Lay the shipping bag flat with the opening toward you.
    2. Use scissors to cut both the top and bottom sides of the bag up the middle, until there is about 12 in (30 cm) left. The bag will look like a pair of pants.
    3. Open the vehicle front/rear (as appropriate) doors, set the bag on the vehicle roof, and then bring the "legs" of the bag through each doorway into the cabin.
    4. Tie the very ends of the legs together to make a very loose loop out of the cabin, over the roof, and back into the cabin. If the loop is too tight, cut a little more up the middle.
    5. Use the loop to support the headliner during installation. If the loop is too loose, tie an additional knot to reduce slack.
  2. With an assistant, install the bolts (x10) that attach the front headliner to the rear headliner.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
    Figure 3. LH shown; RH similar
  3. Attach the LH rear map light electrical harness to the rear portion of the front headliner, and then connect the electrical connector. Repeat this step for the RH rear map light electrical harness and connector.
    Figure 4. LH shown; RH similar
  4. Fasten the clips (x5) that attach the front edge of the front headliner.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Reseat the primary seal near the A-pillar and B-pillar to the headliner.
  5. Install the clips that attach the headliner electrical harness to the LH A-pillar area.
  6. Connect the headliner electrical harness.
  7. Install the screw that attaches the LH rear coat hook to the body.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
    • 2 in extension
  8. Install the LH rear coat hook screw cover.
  9. Push to close the LH rear coat hook.
  10. Position the upper B-pillar trim onto the B-pillar, and then lower the seat belt slider to align it with the trim.
  11. Insert the top portion of the upper B-pillar trim under the headliner to align the clips, and then firmly press the bottom of the upper B-pillar trim onto the lower B-pillar.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Make sure the seal correctly overlaps the trim.
  12. Repeat step 7 through step 11 for the RH side of the vehicle.
  13. Move the front passenger seat to its original position.
  14. Install the front passenger sun visor. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  15. Install the RH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  16. Install the RH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  17. Install the RH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  18. Install the driver sun visor. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  19. Install the LH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  20. Install the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  21. Install the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  22. Install the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  23. Redeploy Firmware. See Software Reinstall - Toolbox.
  24. Close all the doors and fully raise all the windows.