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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Ride Height - Adjust
Special tool required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1049633-00-A
Ride Height Measuring Tool
Setup
Use Toolbox to verify that the "Whe
Striker - Door - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Open door.
Remove countersunk screws (x2) securing striker plate to 'B'
pillar (torque 22 Nm).
Note: Note installed position of components before
removal.
Remove door striker.
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