Tesla Model S: Safety and Restraint
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Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open the front doors with door glass in closed
position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in
door glas
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
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
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Removal
Open the liftgate.
Fold down the third row seats.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Caution: Protect the interior trim from possible damage.
Remove the bolts that secure the third row seatbelt straps
(torque 26
Installation
Position the HVJB cover.
Install the HVIL bolt loosely. Do not tighten it fully at this
time.
North America, Japan
Note: In North American and Japanese
vehicles, the HVIL bolt is one-time use only. Install a
new bolt during re