Tesla Model S: Back Rest Assembly - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Install)
Removal
- Remove rear seat base cushion for access (refer to procedure)
- Remove the bolt that secures the seat belt to the 2nd row seat
base frame (torque 40 Nm).
Caution: This bolt is a one time use component. Ensure
that a new bolt is used during reinstallation.
- Remove LH rear seat bolster (refer to procedure)
- Release LH rear seat back rest pivot retaining clip.
- Reposition rear seat back rest upwards and release pivot from
retaining bracket.
- Reposition rear seat back rest and release back rest from inner
pivot retaining bracket.
- Remove rear seat back rest assembly.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove RH rear seat bolster (refer to procedure)
Use a pry tool to release the grommet that secures the RH 2nd
row backrest.
Removal
Remove the LH and RH lower seat cushions (refer to procedure).
On each side of the vehicle, remove the screw that secures the
closeout panel to the seat frame (to
Removal
Remove driver's seat assembly (refer to procedure)
Place seat on clean work surface.
Remove screw securing outer side cover to seat (torque 1 Nm).
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Lane Assist provides steering interventions if Model S
drifts into (or close to) an adjacent lane in which an
object, such as a vehicle, is detected. In these situations,
Model S automatically steers to a safer position in the
driving lane. This steering is applied only when Model S
is travelin
Installation
Use alcohol wipes to clean the mating surfaces between the RH
drive unit mount and drive unit.
Place a shear plate on the outboard side of the drive unit mount
so that the shear plate bolt holes align with the motor mount bolt
holes.
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