Tesla Model 3: Bracket - Hinge - Seat Back - 2nd Row - 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 2nd row seat back. See
Seat Back - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Install).
- Release the clip that attaches the electrical connector to the hinge
bracket.
- Remove the bolt that attaches the LH 2nd row seat back hinge bracket to
the seat back, and then remove the bracket from the seat back.
Torque 45 Nm

Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace)
Lift the 12V cap straight up from over the high voltage controller
connector on the RH
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Lift the HV cap straight up from over the DC input connector on the LH
side of the pen
Remove
Remove the 2nd row armrest. See
Armrest - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Release the clips and tabs that attach the 2nd row armrest closeout to
the 2nd row seat, and then remove th
SEE MORE:
Ski - Center Rail - HV Battery (Dual Motor)-Remove
SPECIAL TOOLS
Lever Lock, HV Connector, Model 3 (1140311-00-A)
Warning:
Only technicians who have been trained in High Voltage Awareness are
permitted to perform this procedure. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
and insulating HV glove
Smart Summon (if equipped) is designed to
allow you to move Model 3 to your location
(using your phone's GPS as a target
destination) or to a location of your choice,
maneuvering around and stopping for objects
as necessary. Smart Summon works with the
Tesla mobile app when your phone is l