Tesla Model 3: Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)
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).
- Remove the LH side rail trim. See
Trim - Side Rail - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Release the clips that attach the upper C-pillar trim, and then remove
the trim from the vehicle.
Tip:
Pull outward at the lower section of the upper C-pillar trim until both clips
release, and then move the trim slightly downwards to remove the trim from the
vehicle.
Note: Remove any remaining LH upper C-pillar trim clips from the LH
C-pillar, and if the LH upper C-pillar trim is to be later installed, remove all
clips from the trim.
Install
- If reusing the same LH upper C-pillar trim, install new clips onto the
trim.
- Install the LH upper C-pillar trim by sliding it under the side curtain
airbag, and then align the upper clip. Secure the trim with clips (x2)
- Install the LH side rail trim. See
Trim - Side Rail - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH 2nd row seat side bolster. See
Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
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Remove
Open the LH rear door.
Release the push clips (x2) that attach the LH side rail trim to the LH
side rail.
Tip:
Release the top clip first (closest to the coat hanger) and work t
Remove
Remove the LH side rail trim. See
Trim - Side Rail - LH (Remove and Install).
Release the clips that attach the old LH side rail tethers to the LH
side rail, and then remove and d
Remove
Open all doors.
Lower all windows.
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
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Remove
Open the RH rear door.
Fold down the armrest.
Use a plastic trim tool to release the cup holder from the locking tabs.
Lift up on the cup holder and remove it from the vehicle.
Install
Install a new cup holder into the armrest.
Note: Press firmly on the edges of th
Remove
Remove the rear fascia. See
Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install).
Press downward at the top to release the tabs that attach the air
extractor to the body, then swing the upper portion of the air extractor
outwards, and then remove the air extractor from the vehicle.
Install
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