01/12/2023 01:12:24
Trim - Cushion - Front Passenger Seat (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 13072302 0.72 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.
- 2023-12-1: Fixed broken links.
Warning
Seat base edges are
sharp and can cause personal injury. Wear cut resistant gloves when removing the seat
from the vehicle, and while performing procedures that involve work on or near the seat
base.
Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT,
although it has been validated. Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety
requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near high voltage systems and
components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.
Remove
- Check that the firmware is version 2023.2.11 or above. If the firmware version is not 2023.2.11 or above, update the vehicle firmware.
- Remove the front passenger seat from the vehicle. See Seat Assembly - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the front passenger seat outboard side shield. See Side Shield - Outboard - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the front passenger seat inboard side shield. See Side Shield - Inboard - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace).
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Lay the seat on its seat back to gain
access to the underside of the seat cushion.
CAUTIONProtect the seat cushion from damage as necessary.
- Release the clips that attach the shell apron to the underside of the seat.
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Disconnect the heat pad electrical
connector.
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Slide the heat pad connector forward
to release it from the seat bottom.
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Disconnect the seat cushion heat pad
from the module.
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Disconnect the seat cushion heat pad
connector from the seat back head pad connector.
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Slide the seat cushion connector
upward to release it from the seat assembly.
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Disconnect seat occupied sensor
connector.
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Release the clip that attaches the
seat occupied sensor to the seat underside, and then separate the sensor from the seat
underside.
- Release the clips (x2) that attach the seat cushion foam to the seat suspension.
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Release the clip strips (x3) that
attach the seat cushion trim to the seat cushion frame at the front, inboard, and
outboard sides, and then remove the foam from the frame.
CAUTIONMake sure that the seat cushion heater mat connector and the seat occupied sensor assembly do not catch on the seat suspension or frame.
- Return the seat to the upright position.
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Lift straight up to remove the cushion
pad assembly from the seat frame assembly.
NoteMake sure the heating pad and seat occupied sensor harnesses are clear of the seat frame.
- Release the strap that attaches the seat cushion trim to the foam pad.
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Remove the clips (x18) that attach the
seat cushion trim to the foam pad, and then remove the trim from the foam pad.
Install
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Position the seat cushion trim onto
the foam pad, and then reinstall the clips (x18) that attach the seat cushion trim to
the foam pad.
- Attach the strap that attaches the seat cushion trim to the foam pad.
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Position the cushion pad assembly onto
the seat cushion frame for installation.
NoteInsert the rear of the seat cushion to seat bottom frame and then lower the rest on the seat cushion to the seat bottom frame. Make sure the wiring harness is routed through the back of seat frame.
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Lay the seat on its seat back to gain access to the underside of the seat
cushion.
CAUTIONProtect the seat cushion from damage as necessary.
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Install the seat cushion foam pad to the seat cushion frame, and then fasten the clip
strips (x3) that attach the seat cushion to the frame at the outboard and inboard sides,
and at the front.
NoteMake sure that the seat heater connector and seat occupied sensor assembly pass through the seat suspension or frame.
- Fasten the clips (x2) that attach the seat cushion to the seat suspension.
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Connect the seat cushion heat pad from
the module.
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Install the seat cushion connector to
the seat assembly.
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Connect the seat cushion heat pad
connector to the seat back head pad connector.
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Install the heat pad connector to the
seat frame.
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Connect the heat pad connector.
- Install the seat occupied sensor to the seat underside, and then fasten the clip that attaches the sensor to the seat underside.
- Connect the occupied sensor connector.
- Move the seat to the upright position.
- Install the front passenger seat inboard side shield. See Side Shield - Inboard - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace).
- Install the front passenger seat outboard side shield. See Side Shield - Outboard - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace).
- Install the front passenger seat from the vehicle. See Seat Assembly - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
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If servicing the front passenger seat in
a North American vehicle:
- Remove all objects from the front passenger seat before beginning calibration.
- On the vehicle touchscreen, touch Software Reinstall - Touchscreen. If the vehicle firmware is not 2023.2.11 or newer, update the vehicle firmware. See Software Update. and check the vehicle firmware version. If the vehicle firmware is 2023.2.11 or newer, perform a software reinstall. See
- Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
- Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
- In Toolbox, click on the Actions tab, and then search for "OCS".
- Run the PROC_OCS1P_SELF-CALIBRATIONSearch for routine in ToolboxSafety & Restraints / Seats - OCS1P Self Capacitance Calibration routine.
- Click on the Actions tab, and then search for "Seat calibration".
- Run the PROC_VCRIGHT_SEAT-CALIBRATESearch for routine in Toolbox routine.
- Disconnect Toolbox and remove the laptop from the vehicle.