Tesla Model S: Air bag - Front Passenger's (Remove and Replace)
Note: Removing the passenger's front airbag destroys the
instrument panel top pad.
Removal
- Remove the top pad (refer to procedure)
Note: The top pad is not reused in this procedure.
- Remove the passenger airbag from the instrument panel top pad:
Either use diagonal cutters to cut out the airbag, or use a pry
tool.
Warning: Store the air bag module with the
deployment side facing up. This will prevent it from being
propelled if accidentally deployed, which might cause
injury.
Installation
- Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
- Secure the passenger's front airbag to the new top pad
- Installing the new top pad requires two technicians: One
technician presses down on the LH side of the top pad to secure the
LH clips while the other technician presses down on the RH side to
secure the RH clips. Working from the outer edges of the top pad
inward, secure all the clips.
- After reconnecting each harness to the sides of the airbag,
press in on the latch so that it is flush with the face of the
connector. Gently try to pull the connector out again without
releasing the latch to ensure that the connection is tight.
- Follow the proper glove box reinstallation procedure (refer to
procedure)
- After all procedures are complete, sit in the driver's seat and
press the brake pedal to turn on drive rails. Ensure that the airbag
safety indicator light exhibits normal operation: The light displays
for 5 seconds during vehicle startup, then turns off.
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Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed
position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in
door glass shat
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed
position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in
door glass shat
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed
position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in
door glass shat
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NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
your vehicle may not be equipped with Traffic Light and
Stop Sign Control, or the feature may not operate
exactly as described.
NOTE: Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control is a BETA
feature and works
Special tools required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1057312-00-A
Axle Extractor
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jac