Tesla Model S: Frame - Seat Base - 2nd Row - Executive (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the 2nd row back rest assembly (refer to procedure).
- Dual Motor vehicles only: Release the fasteners
(x4) that secure the inline fuse bracket to the seat frame (torque 5
Nm).
- On each side of the vehicle, release the outboard bolt that
secures the frame to the body (torque 26 Nm).
- On each side of the vehicle, release the inboard bolt that
secures the frame to the body (torque 26 Nm).
- On each side of the vehicle, release the edge clip that secures
the HV cables to the frame.
- On the LH side of the vehicle, disconnect the low voltage
harness.
- Remove the frame from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove Rear LH seat back rest assembly and remove Pivot lock
from outboard side of assembly (refer to procedure)
Release and remove latch cover from seat back.
Removal
Remove Rear RH seat back rest assembly and remove Pivot lock
from outboard side of assembly (refer to procedure)
Release and remove latch cover from seat back.
Removal
Remove the passenger's seat assembly (refer to procedure).
Place the seat on a clean work surface.
Remove the screws (x2) that secure the inner side cover to the
seat (tor
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Note: Removing the passenger's front airbag destroys the
instrument panel top pad.
Removal
Remove the top pad (refer to procedure)
Note: The top pad is not reused in this procedure.
Remove the passenger airbag from the instrument panel top p
The HVAC and battery coolant circuits are sealed to prevent the
discharge of refrigerant. The refrigerant must be recovered before any
removal of system components using the recommended equipment.Two
ports are provided on the HVAC system and are accessible under the hood.
Warning: Ens