Tesla Model S: Trim - 'C' Post Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)
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 care not to damage component(s).
- Carefully release trim from interlocking lugs (x3).
- Remove 'C' post trim.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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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.
Remove
Removal
Position driver's seat fully rearward for access.
Using a suitable trim tool release clips (x3) securing footrest
to mounting.
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Warning: "Jack mode" must
be activated on vehicles with air suspension before lifting the
vehicle. Failure to do this might lead to suspension damage and
could cause serious personal injury.
Note: Vehicles with air
suspension might need the suspension to be set to "High" or "Very
Special tools required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1051509-00-A
Output Seal Installation Tool
Tesla
1052583-00-A