Tesla Model S: Seat Assembly - 3rd Row (Remove)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Seats / Seat Assembly - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace) / Seat Assembly - 3rd Row (Remove)
Removal
- Open the liftgate.
- Fold down the third row seats.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s). Caution: Protect the interior trim from possible damage.
- Remove the bolts that secure the third row seatbelt straps
(torque 26 Nm). Remove the seatbelt straps.
Note: The bolts screw into nut inserts that are
able to slide freely within the body panel. After removing
each seatbelt strap, place a wedge through the bolt hole so
that the nut inserts do not slide out of position. If they
do, refer to the installation instructions for how to
reposition them.
- Release the seat cushion catches on either side of the seat
assembly.
- With an assistant, remove the 3rd row seat from the vehicle.
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Seat Assembly - 3rd Row (Replace)
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Before installing the mounting bolts, ensure that the
mounting bracket holes
Cover - Outer Side - Driver's Seat (Remove and Install)
Removal
Open both driver's side doors.
Power the seat height adjust fully upwards for access.
Remove the screw that secures the outer side cover to the seat
(torque 1 Nm).
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Shield - Dust - Brake - Front - 2nd Generation (Retrofit)
Procedure
Remove the front hub assembly
(refer to procedure).
Install the dust shield using the 2 existing
holes in the knuckle (torque 8 Nm).
Use a punch to mark the location of the 3rd
bolt hole onto the knuckle.
Adjusting the Front Seats
Move seat forward/backward and adjust the seat's
height and tilt angle up/down.
Adjust backrest.
Adjust lumbar support.
WARNING: Before adjusting a front seat, check
that the area around the seat is free of obstacles
(people and objects).
WARNING: Do not adjust seats while driving.
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