Seat Cushion Foam and SBR Sensor and Heat Pad - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction code
13070122
0.96
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.
- 2025-03-27: Released new procedure.
- Open the LH front door.
- Lower both LH side windows
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Remove LH mid A-pillar assembly
Note1x clip, 1x tab, Release upper clip then pull mid A-pillar upward to remove
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Remove clip securing LH lower A-pillar trim
Note1x push clip
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Remove LH lower A-pillar trim
Note6x clips, 2 guide tabs, Pull rear of lower A-pillar upward to release clip then pull rearward to release trim panel
- Release LH front door seal from body
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Remove clip securing LH front cabin carpet to body
Note1x push clip
- Pull LH front cabin carpet away from A-pillar to access LH front seat connector
- Move LH front seat forward
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Release LH front seat belt retractor from pretensioner
NoteInsert seat belt tool into the bottom of the retractor to release
- Open LH rear door
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Remove LH front seat rear rail covers
Note2x covers
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Remove LH front seat rear fasteners
Note2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Discard after removal
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Move LH front seat backward
NoteEnsure profile is saved to allow seat position to be restored
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Remove LH front seat front rail covers
Note2x covers
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Remove LH front seat front fasteners
Note2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Discard after removal
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Adjust position of LH front seat for easy removal
NoteMove seat to middle of track at most upright position
- Open the hood.
- Remove the rear apron.
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Remove HEPA filter assembly
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, Pivot rearward edge up and past brake reservoir, Then lift up to clear frunk assembly
- Power off the vehicle using the touchscreen.
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Disconnect LV battery and First Responder Loop
Note2x connectors, Release green locking tab, Press black tab then pull black connector lock outwards to release connection, Release red lock tab on FRL, Allow 2 minutes for all electrical circuits to fully discharge
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Disconnect LH front seat harness from VC left
Note1x electrical connector, Release the lock by squeezing the release tab, Then fully disengage the lock by moving it away from the VC left, Do not force the connector, If the connector does not easily release from the VC the lock is still engaged
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Release seat harness clips
Note3x clips, after releasing clips remove from harness and keep for installation step
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Tilt seat back
NoteRest the seat against the 2nd row bench
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Remove seat harness from clips
Note2x clips, without removing clips cut and remove zip ties to release harness
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Remove LH front seat from vehicle
NoteRecommend assistance, Assistant should be ready to support seat back, Caution not to damage any trim
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Remove screw securing outer side cover to seat
Note1x screw, T20, 4 Nm, Ensure the front of the seat is high enough to access the T20 screw
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Release outer side cover clip from seat, but do not remove
Note1x clip, Do not fully remove, possible damage to the trim/switch pack/harness
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Disconnect seat switch connector
Note1x connector
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Slide outer cover rearward to release clip from frame and lift up over pretensioner to remove
Note1x clip
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Remove inner side shield from seat
Note3x clips, Release side clip from seat bottom frame, then pull up on rear of trim to remove
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Rotate seat to gain access to underside of the seat
NoteProtect seat cushion from damage
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Unhook straps for lower section of seat back and move seat back flap away from underside of seat
Note2x clips, need assistance
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Disconnect the seat cushion heat pad
Note1x connector
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Remove seat cushion heat pad from seat cushion suspension
Note1x connector, 1x clip, Slide connector forward to release from seat bottom
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Disconnect seat cushion heat pad from seat back heat pad connector
Note1x connector
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Remove seat cushion connector from seat cushion suspension
NoteSlide upward to release from trim
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Disconnect the seat occupied sensor
Note1x connector
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Remove the seat occupied sensor from the seat bottom
Note1x clip, Release the sensor from the seat frame by depressing the retaining clip and pulling the sensor away
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Remove seat cushion retaining clips from the seat suspension
Note2x clips
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Remove front retaining clip from seat cushion frame securing front of seat trim to frame
Note1x clip strip, May need to start with a hook tool, Pull the clip away from the frame to release
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Remove inboard retaining clip from seat cushion frame securing side of seat trim to frame
Note1x clip strip, May need to start with a hook tool, Pull the clip away from the frame to release
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Remove outboard retaining clip from seat cushion frame securing side of seat trim to frame
Note1x clip strip, May need to start with a hook tool, Pull the clip away from the frame to release
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Remove cushion pad assembly from seat frame assembly
NoteLift the cushion straight off, Ensure the heating pad and seat occupied sensor harnesses are clear of the seat frame
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Release strap securing trim to foam
Note1x clip
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Remove cushion trim from foam
NoteCut 5x hog rings , from the front side and 3x hog rings from back side .
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Apply occupancy sensor on lower cushion foam
NoteRemove the backing of the tape , Align the occupancy sensor and apply it in the reset section
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Apply heat pad on lower cushion foam
NoteRemove tape backing , Align and apply heat pad on the cushion foam
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Install cushion trim on cushion foam
NoteAlign the trim on the cushion and install 5x hog rings in the front side and 3x hog rings in the rear side and attach the Velcro tape .
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Strap seat cushion trim to foam pad
Note1x clip
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Place the cushion pad assembly onto seat cushion frame for installation
NoteInsert the rear of the seat cushion to seat bottom frame, ensure rear portion of foam is seated over rear seat cushion rail, Ensure wiring harness are routed through the back of seat frame
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Install the outboard seat trim retaining clip onto the seat frame
Note1x clip strip, Fold the clip over towards the frame, The open end should engage the seat frame, if not the trim will need to be pulled until the correct amount of tension is achieved, Line up one end of the clip strip opening with the seat frame and press down until the clip is fully seated onto the frame
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Install the inboard seat trim retaining clip onto the seat frame
Note1x clip strip, Fold the clip over towards the frame, The open end should engage the seat frame, if not the trim will need to be pulled until the correct amount of tension is achieved, Line up one end of the clip strip opening with the seat frame and press down until the clip is fully seated onto the frame
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Install the front seat trim retaining clip onto the seat frame
Note1x clip strip, Fold the clip over towards the frame, The open end should engage the seat frame, if not the trim will need to be pulled until the correct amount of tension is achieved, Line up one end of the clip strip opening with the seat frame and press down until the clip is fully seated onto the frame
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Install the seat cushion retaining clips onto the seat suspension
Note2x clips, The seat cushion and trim may need to be pulled tight for the hooks to achieve correct placement on the seat suspension
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Install seat cushion heating pad connector onto cushion suspension
Note1x connector
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Connect seat cushion heating pad to seat back heating pad
Note1x connector
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Install the heat pad connector to the seat frame
Note1x connector
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Connect the heat pad connector
Note1x connector
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Install the seat occupied sensor onto the seat frame
Note1x clip
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Connect the seat occupied sensor and install the clip onto the seat bottom
Note1x connector, 1x retaining clip, Ensure harness is not routed between cushion and frame to avoid friction
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Hook strap clips for seat back shell onto seat suspension
Note2x clips, Ensure the straps are tight for proper fit and installation
- Rotate the seat to normal upright position
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Install inner side shield cover onto RH front seat
Note3x clips, Engage the clips at the rear of the trim by sliding the side shield forward into position and installing the forward retaining clip
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Slide outer cover forward to engage clip into the frame and lift up over pretensioner to install
Note1x clip
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Connect seat switch connector
Note1x connector
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Install outer side cover clip to seat frame
Note1x clip
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Install screw securing outer side cover to seat
Note1x screw, T20, 4 Nm
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Install LH front seat into vehicle
NoteRecommend assistance, Assistant should be ready to support seat back, Caution not to damage any trim
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Install seat harness to clips
Note2x clips, route the harness via the clips and use new zip ties to secure it
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Install seat harness
NoteRoute the harness under cabin carpet
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Install harness clips
Note3x clips, use zip ties and tape to install the clips in the harness and then into their position
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Tilt seat back
NoteRest the seat against the 2nd row bench
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Secure seat harness to clips
Note2x clips, leave 290mm of harness slack from harness splice to first clip
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Tilt seat down
NotePlace seat in position for installation
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Connect LH front seat harness to VC left
Note1x electrical connector, Ensure the connector and lock are fully engaged, Perform pull push pull test to ensure the connector and connector lock are seated
- Fully seat LH front cabin carpet
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Install clip securing LH front cabin carpet to body
Note1x push clip
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Install LH lower A-pillar trim
Note6x clips, 2 locating pins, Align front locating pin first
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Install clip securing LH lower A-pillar trim
Note1x push clip
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Install LH mid A-pillar assembly
Note1x clip, 1x tab, Align the bottom tab then push the top clip to fully seat mid A-pillar, Pull seal over trim
- Reseat LH front door seal along lower A-pillar trim
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Connect First Responder Loop and LV battery
Note2x connectors, Secure FRL first, Seat LV battery connection and push black connector lock inwards to secure, Engage green locking tab when fully seated
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Install HEPA filter assembly
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, Pivot forward edge down past frunk assembly, Then carefully move rear edge past brake reservoir and into position, Gently press on RH side of filter to seat seal onto duct, Rework requires new bolts
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Install rear apron
Note14x clips, Hold rear wall of frunk to keep from flexing while engaging front clips
- Close hood
- Move LH front seat backward
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Install LH front seat front fasteners
Note2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Install new patch bolts
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Install LH front seat front rail covers
Note2x covers
- Move LH front seat forward
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Install LH front seat belt retractor to pretensioner
NoteSlide the linkage onto the pretensioner cable, an audible click will be heard. Verify there are no twists in the webbing from the upper trim to the pretensioner. Perform a firm pull test to confirm pretensioner is engaged
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Install LH front seat rear fasteners
Note2x patch bolts, TP45, 33.5 Nm, Install new patch bolts
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Install LH front seat rear rail covers
Note2x covers
- Close LH rear door
- Move LH front seat to original position
- Raise both LH side windows
- Close LH front door