Tesla Model S: Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Fully open the LH rear door.
- Release the LH rear seat back rest lock and push the rear seat
back rest flat for access.
- Insert a wedge tool behind the bolster to provide outward
pressure.
- Use a long screwdriver or long pliers to disengage the upper
grommet.
- Release the seat side bolster from the grommet.
Caution: If the bolster cannot be removed easily,
do not force it. This might bend the bolster structure,
permanently damaging the bolster.
- Repeat steps 4-5 on the lower grommet.
- Remove the seat side bolster.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove rear trunk side trim (refer to procedure)
Remove rear sill trim panel (refer to procedure)
Remove screws (x2) securing striker to body (torque 17 Nm).
Removal
Remove LH rear seat back rest assembly (refer to procedure)
Remove E-clip securing pivot lock.
Slide pivot
Removal
Remove rear seat back rest assembly (refer to procedure)
Remove E-clip securing pivot lock.
Slide pivot lock fr
SEE MORE:
To pause Autopark, press the brake pedal once. Model S
stops and remains stopped until you touch Resume on
the touchscreen.
To Cancel Parking
Autopark cancels the parking sequence when you
manually move the steering yoke, shift, or touch Cancel
on the touchscreen. Autopark also cancels parking
Removal
Remove the plastic rivets (x2) that secure the trailing edge of
the front wheel arch liner to the rocker panel finisher.
Remove the plastic rivets (x4) that secure the leading edge of
the rear wheel arch lin