Tesla Model S: Trim - 'B' Post - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the LH lower 'B' post trim (refer to procedure).
- Remove the plastic trim that covers the seat belt fixing on the
driver's seat.
- Remove the bolt that secures the fixed seat belt end to pre-tensioner
(torque 9 Nm).
- Carefully release the clips (x4) that secure the seat belt guide
to the 'B' post upper trim and position aside.
- Carefully release the clips (x2) that secure the upper trim to
the body. Roll the lower edge away from the body and release the lug
from the headlining.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Move the 'B' post trim away from the body and remove the screws
(x3) that secure the seatbelt guide to the rear of the 'B' post
trim.
- Remove the seat belt with the 'B' post guide.
- Remove the 'B' post trim and release it from the seatbelt.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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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 car
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
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Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer
Removal
Remove the rear fascia for access (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolts (x4) and plastic rivets (x2) that secure the
diffuser tray to the rear fascia (torque 3 Nm).
Release the clips (x15) that secure the rear fascia to the
diffuser and applique.