Tesla Model S: Trim - 'C' Post Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Interior trim / Trim - 'C' Post Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Open LH rear door.
- Fold rear seat back forward for access.
- Using a suitable tool carefully release clips (x4) securing 'C'
post trim to body.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Carefully release trim from interlocking lugs (x3).
- Remove 'C' post trim.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Trim - 'C' Post Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the parcel shelf, if equipped.
If the LH C-Pillar rear trim panel has a liftgate switch, reach
behind the C-pillar rear trim panel and push the switch out from the
Trim - Sill Panel - LH - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the 'C' post LH rear trim (refer to procedure).
Remove the 'C' post LH upper trim (refer to procedure).
Fold the 2nd row seat backrests all the way forward.
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Footrest - Driver's (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Position driver's seat fully rearward for access.
Using a suitable trim tool release clips (x3) securing footrest
to mounting.
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Switch - Brake Light (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the driver's side lower dash trim (refer to procedure).
Rotate the brake light switch 45 degrees clockwise and release
it from the brake pedal assembly.
Caution: The brake light switch is a one time use
component. Ensure that a new switch is used
Handle - Exterior Release - Door - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove regulator assembly (refer to procedure)
Make sure exterior release handle is fully retracted.
Disconnect handle harness connector.
Remove nuts (x4) securing door release assembly to reinforcement
(torque 9 Nm).
Carefully release door handle assembly from d
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