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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Assembly - Mirror - Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Fold down the sun visor.
Starting at the top of the mirror assembly, use a trim tool to
pry the mirror assembly from the sun visor.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal
Module - Body Controller - BCM (RHD) (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the active suspension ECU (refer to procedure).
Remove the RH center console closeout extension (refer to
procedure).
Remove the RH footwell cover (refer to procedure).
Place a rag under the HVAC drain hose to catch any remaining
fluid.
Twist the hose
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