Tesla Model 3: Adjustable Top Loop (Remove and Replace)

Remove
- Open both LH doors and lower both LH windows.
- Move the LH front seat fully forward.
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Release the clips that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the vehicle.
Tip: Release the clips at the bottom of the LH upper B-pillar trim first, and
then release the clips at the top of the trim.
- Set the LH upper B-pillar trim aside.

- Remove and discard the patchbolt that attaches the upper D-ring to the
B-pillar.

- Remove the bolt that attaches the adjustable top loop to the B-pillar.
Note: The patchbolt is permanently attached to the adjustable top
loop

- Pull the top of the adjustable top loop away from the B-pillar, and then
slide upwards to remove the adjustable top loop from the vehicle.

Install

- Position the adjustable top loop on the B-pillar, and then install the
new patchbolt that attaches the adjustable top loop to the B-pillar.
Torque
20 Nm

- Install the new patchbolt that attaches the upper D-ring to the
B-pillar.
Torque 20 Nm

- Lower the adjustable top loop to align it with the LH upper B-pillar
trim.

- Insert the top portion of the LH upper B-pillar trim under the headliner
to align the clips, and then press the bottom of the trim to fully engage
all of the clips.
Note: Make sure the rubber door seals completely overlap the trim
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Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel -
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Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd
Row (Remove and Replace).
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Replace).
Disco
Remove
Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and
Replace).
Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and
Replace).
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Remove
Remove the LH front door trim panel. See
Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
Remove the LH front door inner belt seal from the door. See
Seal - Inner Belt - Front Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
Dis
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 LH and RH center console side panel carpets. See Carpet -
Side Panel - Center