Tesla Model S: Trim - 'B' Post - Lower - LH (Remove and Install)
Removal
- Power the seat forward to gain access to the 'B' post.
- Carefully release the leading edge of the rear rocker panel trim
for access.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Carefully release the trailing edge of the front rocker panel
trim for access.
- Remove the screws (x2) that secure the lower 'B' post lower trim
to the body (torque 2 Nm).
- Carefully release the clips (x4) that secure the 'B' post lower
trim to the body.
- Lift the trim to clear the seat and pre-tensioner.
- Remove the 'B' post lower trim.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for
the following:
Caution: Replace any broken clips.
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Removal
Open LH rear door.
Fold rear seat back forward for access.
Using a suitable tool carefully release clips (x4) securing 'C'
post trim to body.
Caution: Take car
Removal
Remove the parcel shelf, if equipped.
If the LH C-Pillar rear trim panel has a liftgate switch, reach
behind the C-pillar rear trim panel and push the switch out from the
Removal
Remove the 'C' post LH rear trim (refer to procedure).
Remove the 'C' post LH upper trim (refer to procedure).
Fold the 2nd row seat backrests all the way forward.
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Removal
Remove door handle for access (refer to procedure)
Position handle assembly on a soft working surface.
Remove door handle rear seal.
Remove screws (x4) securing handle grip backplate (torque 2 Nm).
Remov
Removal
Remove the driver's side lower dash trim (refer to procedure).
Rotate the brake light switch 45 degrees clockwise and release
it from the brake pedal assembly.
Caution: The brake light switch is a one time use
component. Ensure that a new switch is used