Tesla Model 3: Airbag - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace)
DRAFT
Warning:
This procedure was derived from pre-production computer models, and
might not reflect the real-world situation. Warnings and cautions might be
missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or
near high voltage systems and components
Remove
- Remove the IP carrier. See IP Carrier (Remove and Replace).
- Apply pressure along the front edge of the airbag assembly, and while
doing so, flex the IP passenger airbag surround to release each of the 6
airbag tabs from the IP carrier surround.
- Pivot the airbag up, unhook the 7 tabs at the rear of the airbag from
the IP carrier surround, and then remove the airbag from the IP carrier.
Install
- Insert the 7 tabs of the rear of the airbag into the matching openings
of the IP carrier surround.
- Pivot the airbag into the IP carrier until the 6 tabs at the front of
the airbag lock into place.
- Install the IP carrier. See IP Carrier (Remove and Replace).
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Remove
Remove the LH center console side panel carpet. See Carpet - Side Panel
- Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
Disconnect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
Remove
Note:
This procedure was formulated using a release candidate or production
model. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or
near high-voltage systems and components.
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd
Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and
Replace).
Disco
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Remove
Remove the RH center console side panel carpet. See
Carpet - Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
Disconnect the electrical wiring harness conector from the RH
temperature sensor.
Release the tabs that attach the RH temperature sensor to the HVAC
module,
Remove
Raise and support the vehicle. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Remove the bolts that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the mid aero
shield.
Torque 5 Nm
Remove the fastener covers, and then remove the bolts that attach the
rear fascia diffuser to the vehicle.