26/02/2021 11:28:06

Harness - Frame - Seat Back - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17100032 0.60 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.

Remove

  1. Open all the doors and fully lower all the windows.
  2. Open the liftgate.
  3. Move the front seats fully forward.
  4. Move the 2nd row seats into easy entry mode.
  5. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  6. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  7. Remove the 3rd seat cushion. See Cushion - Seat - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the rear load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  9. Remove the trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  10. Release the clips and tabs that attach the LH trunk bracket to the vehicle, and then remove the trim. Repeat this step for the RH trunk bracket.
    Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
  11. Remove the trunk tub carpet from the vehicle. See Tub - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  12. Remove the LH 3rd row seat back panel. See Back Panel - 3rd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace).
  13. Remove the LH 3rd row seat headrest closeout. See Headrest Closeout - 3rd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace).
  14. Remove the LH 3rd row seat shoulder switch. Shoulder Switch – Seat Back – 3rd Row – LH (Remove and Replace).
  15. Remove the LH 3rd row seat escutcheon. See Escutcheon - Seat Belt - 3rd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
  16. Remove the bolts that attach the 3rd row LH backrest to the LH seat back assembly.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
    • 4 in extension
  17. Release the clips that attach the 3rd row LH backrest to the LH seat back assembly.
    Tip: Push the clips in with pliers while applying outward pressure to the backrest.
  18. Remove the 3rd row LH backrest from the seat back assembly.
  19. Repeat step 12 through step 18 for the RH side of the vehicle.
  20. Disconnect the 3rd row seat frame harness electrical connector.
  21. Release the clip that attaches the 3rd row seat frame harness to the RH side of the body.
  22. Release the front clips that attach the 3rd row seat frame harness to the 3rd seat frame.
  23. Disconnect the 3rd row RH seat belt buckle electrical connector.
  24. Release the 3rd row seat frame harness from the inner B-cover on the RH side of the vehicle.
  25. Disconnect the L3rd row LH seatbelt buckle electrical connector.
  26. Release the 3rd row seat frame harness from the inner B-cover on the LH side of the vehicle.
  27. Disconnect the 3rd row RH recliner actuator electrical connector.
  28. Disconnect the 3rd row LH recliner actuator electrical connector.
  29. Release the clips that attach the 3rd row seat frame harness to the LH seatback assembly.
  30. Release the clips that attach the 3rd row seat frame harness to the RH seatback assembly.
  31. Release the rear clips that attach the 3rd row seat frame harness to the seat back assembly, and then remove the 3rd row seat frame harness from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the 3rd row seat frame harness onto the seat back assembly, and then install the clips.
  2. Install the clips that attach the 3rd row seat frame harness to the LH seatback assembly.
  3. Install the clips that attach the 3rd row seat frame harness to the RH seatback assembly.
  4. Connect the 3rd row LH recliner actuator electrical connector.
  5. Connect the 3rd row RH recliner actuator electrical connector.
  6. Install the front clips that attach the 3rd row seat frame harness to the 3rd seat frame.
  7. Release the clip that attaches the 3rd row seat frame harness to the RH side of the body.
  8. Connect the 3rd row seat frame harness electrical connector.
  9. Fasten the 3rd row seat frame harness to the inner B-cover on the RH side of the vehicle.
  10. Connect the 3rd row RH seat belt buckle electrical connector.
  11. Install the 3rd row seat frame harness from the inner B-cover on the LH side of the vehicle.
  12. Connect the 3rd row LH seatbelt buckle electrical connector.
  13. Position the 3rd row RH backrest onto the seat back assembly, and then install the clips and fasten the tabs.
    Figure 2. LH shown; RH similar
  14. Install the bolts that attach the 3rd row RH backrest to the RH seat back assembly.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
    • 4 in extension
    Figure 3. LH shown; RH similar
  15. Install the RH 3rd row escutcheon. See Shoulder Switch – Seat Back – 3rd Row – LH (Remove and Replace).
  16. Install the RH 3rd row seat shoulder switch. Shoulder Switch – Seat Back – 3rd Row – LH (Remove and Replace).
  17. Install the LH 3rd row headrest closeout panel. See Headrest Closeout - 3rd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace).
  18. Install the LH 3rd row seat back panel. See Back Panel - 3rd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace).
  19. Repeat step 13 through step 18 for the LH side of the vehicle.
  20. Install the trunk tub carpet from the vehicle. See Tub - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  21. Position the RH trunk bracket into the vehicle, and then seat the clips and tabs. Repeat this step for the LH side of the vehicle.
    Figure 4. LH shown; RH similar
  22. Install the trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  23. Install the rear load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  24. Install the 3rd seat cushion. See Cushion - Seat - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace).
  25. Connect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  26. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  27. Move the 2nd row seats and front seat into the original positions.
  28. Raise all the windows and close all the doors.
  29. Close the liftgate.