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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Trim - Dash - Driver's Side - Lower (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the LH instrument panel side cover (refer to procedure).
Remove the screw that secures the footwell cover to the
instrument panel trim panel (torque 2 Nm).
Using a suitable tool, release the clips (x9) that secure the
trim to the dash.
Caution:
Installation, Configuration, and Coolant Purge
Fully clean the area before installing the new charger.
Note: Have an assistant hold up the front of the HVJB
20-30 mm until the coolant hoses have been secured to the
charger.
Position the new charger over the mounting studs on the base of
the vehicle, but do not s
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