Tesla Model S: Airbags
- Location of Airbags
- Types of Airbags
- Controlling the Passenger Front Airbag
- Ensuring Accurate Occupant Classification
- Examples of Correct and Incorrect Seating Positions
- Airbag Warning Indicator
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Location of Airbags
Airbags are located in the approximate areas shown below. Airbag warning
information is printed on the sun visors.
Model S is equipped with an airbag and lap/shoulder belt at both front seating
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Types of Airbags
Model S has the following types of airbags:
Front airbags: The front airbags are designed to
reduce injuries if larger children or adults are riding in
the front seats. Follow all warnings
Controlling the Passenger Front Airbag
Model S has an occupancy sensor in the front passenger seat that controls the
status of the front airbag.
NOTE: The occupancy classification system (OCS) meets the regulatory
requirement of FMVSS 20
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Rear Park Brake Caliper Release
Caution: This method
requires replacing the caliper. To release a stuck caliper without
damaging it, refer to either:
Park Brake Caliper - Release - Harness Tool - Through Calipers
Park Brake Caliper - Release - Harness Tool - Through ECU
Release
Wiper Motor Assembly (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Ensure that the wipers are in the off position by rotating the
end of the left-hand steering column lever toward you.
Open the hood to the service position.
Remove the cowl screen panel (refer to procedure).
Remove the LH strut (RH strut for RHD) (refer to procedure)
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