Tesla Model S: Back Rest Assembly - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Install)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Seats / 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.
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Removal
Remove RH rear seat bolster (refer to procedure)
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Removal
Remove the LH and RH lower seat cushions (refer to procedure).
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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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