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Retractor - Seatbelt - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 20054102 0.36 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.

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

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Retractor - Seatbelt - 1st Row - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Patchbolt that attaches the upper D-ring to the B-pillar
20 Nm (14.7 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T50 socket
  • 3/8 in std ratchet
  • 3/8 in torque wrench (installation only)
  • 3 in extension
Replace
Bolts that attach the seat belt webbing guide to the B-pillar, and then remove the guide from the B-pillar
3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
  • 8 mm socket
  • ¼ in std ratchet
  • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
Reuse
Patchbolt that attaches the seat belt retractor to the base of the B-pillar
40 Nm (29.5 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm 12-point deep socket
  • 3/8 in std ratchet
  • 3/8 in torque wrench (installation only)
Replace

Remove

  1. Open the LH doors and lower the LH 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 lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the lower portion of the LH front door seal from the body.
  6. Remove the LH front seat harness guide from the body.
  7. Move the front seats fully forward.
  8. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  9. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  10. Insert the seat belt release key (1133787-00-A) into the bottom of the seatbelt pretensioner coupling to release the seatbelt from the pretensioner.
  11. Remove the LH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Release the 2nd row seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  13. Partially remove the lower portion of the LH rear door seal.
  14. Remove the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  15. Remove the LH lower B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace)
  16. Remove and discard the patchbolt that attaches the upper D-ring to the top loop.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T50 socket
    • 3/8 in std ratchet
    • 3/8 in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 3 in extension
  17. Remove the bolts that attach the seat belt webbing guide to the B-pillar, and then remove the guide from the B-pillar.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
  18. Disconnect the electrical harness from the seat belt retractor connectors (x2).
  19. Remove and discard the patchbolt that attaches the seat belt retractor to the base of the B-pillar.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm 12-point deep socket
    • 3/8 in std ratchet
    • 3/8 in torque wrench (installation only)
  20. Remove the LH front seatbelt from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Install the LH front seatbelt into the vehicle.
  2. Install a new patchbolt to attach the seat belt retractor to the base of the B-pillar.
    40 Nm (29.5 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm 12-point deep socket
    • 3/8 in std ratchet
    • 3/8 in torque wrench (installation only)
  3. Connect the electrical harness to the seat belt retractor connectors (x2).
  4. Install the seat belt webbing guide to the B-pillar, and then install the bolts that attach the guide to the B-pillar.
    3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
  5. Install a new patchbolt to attach the upper D-ring to the top loop.
    20 Nm (14.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T50 socket
    • 3/8 in std ratchet
    • 3/8 in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 3 in extension
  6. Install the LH lower B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace)
  7. Install the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Install the lower portion of the LH rear door seal that was partially removed.
  9. Install the 2nd row seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  10. Install the LH upper B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  11. 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.
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    The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
  12. Connect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  13. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  14. Move the front seats fully rearward.
  15. Install the LH front seat harness guide to the body.
  16. Install the lower portion of the LH front door seal to the body.
  17. Install the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  18. Install the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  19. Install the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  20. Close the LH doors and raise the LH windows.