Tesla Model 3: Seat Back - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Install)
Remove
- Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH 2nd row seat side bolster. See
Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Release the clips that attach the bolster bracket, and remove the
bracket from the vehicle.
- Remove the LH 2nd row buckle. See
Buckle - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the heated seat connector for the
LH 2nd row seat back assembly, if equipped.
- Remove the nuts that attach the LH seat back assembly hinge bracket to
the body.
Torque 18 Nm
- Lift the left side of the LH seat back assembly up, move forward and to
the left, and pull the inner pivot out of the RH seat back assembly.
- Remove the LH seat back assembly from the vehicle.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
Caution:
Replace all patchbolts.
READ NEXT:
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the RH 2nd row seat side bolster. See
Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove an
Remove
Move the driver seat and the front passenger seat fully forward.
Note: Note the position of the driver seat and the front passenger
seat prior to movement so that both seats are restored
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH and RH 2nd row seat side bolsters. See
Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH
SEE MORE:
Tesla Roadside Assistance is available to you, 24 hours a day, 365 days a
year, for the duration of
your warranty period.
When contacting Tesla Roadside Assistance, please provide:
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is displayed when you
touch the Tesla "T" at
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 the driver footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Driver (Remove
and Replace).
Remove the T20