Tesla Model S: Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace)
	
						
			Removal 
	
		
			- Fully open the LH rear door. 
 
			- Release the LH rear seat back rest lock and push the rear seat 
			back rest flat for access. 
 
			- Insert a wedge tool behind the bolster to provide outward 
			pressure.
               
				
				
                  
               
			
 
			- Use a long screwdriver or long pliers to disengage the upper 
			grommet. 
 
			- Release the seat side bolster from the grommet.
               
				
					Caution: If the bolster cannot be removed easily, 
					do not force it. This might bend the bolster structure, 
					permanently damaging the bolster.
			
			
				
				
                  
               
			
 
			- Repeat steps 4-5 on the lower grommet. 
 
			- Remove the seat side bolster.
               
				
				
                  
               
			
 
		
	
	Installation 
	
		
			Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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			Remove rear trunk side trim (refer to procedure) 
			Remove rear sill trim panel (refer to procedure) 
			Remove screws (x2) securing striker to body (torque 17 Nm).
               
	
   
   
 
	
   Removal 
	
		
			Remove LH rear seat back rest assembly (refer to procedure) 
			
			Remove E-clip securing pivot lock.
               
				
				
                  
               
			
			Slide pivot 
   
   
 
	
   Removal 
	
		
			Remove rear seat back rest assembly (refer to procedure) 
			Remove E-clip securing pivot lock.
               
				
				
                  
               
			
			Slide pivot lock fr
   
   
 
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   Removal 
	
		
			Position the vehicle for access to the tailgate. 
			Open the tailgate to working height. 
			Carefully release the clips (x4) that secure the upper trim to 
			the tailgate.
			
			
				Caution: Replace any broken clips.
			
			
				
			
			
				
				
                  
           
   
   
 
	
   Removal 
	
		
			Remove the driver's footwell cover:
               
				Left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles: Refer to 
				procedure.
				Right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles: Refer to 
				procedure.
			
			
			Disconnect the harness connector from the top of the accelerator 
			pedal assembly.