Tesla Model 3: Headrest - 2nd Row - Center (Remove and Replace)
SPECIAL TOOLS
M3 1R Headrest Removal Tool (1132841-00-A)
Remove
Release the RH and LH center headrest clips simultaneously, and then pull the
headrest upwards to remove it.
Note: Use a pocket screwdriver to release the LH headrest clip
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Remove
Remove the 2nd row center seatbelt assembly. See
Seatbelt - 2nd Row - Center (Remove and Replace).
Release the cable clip that attaches the latch bracket to the seat back.
Rele
Remove
Remove the 2nd row LH seat back assembly. See
Seat Back - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Install).
Release the tabs that attach the pivot sleeve to the seat back assembly
pivot pin, and
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the 2nd row buckle assembly:
LH: See
Buckle - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace)
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Refiller, Cooling System (1050448-00-A)
Procedure
Note: It is important that the drive rails remain off throughout
this procedure. If the drive rails become active, such as from touching the
brake pedal, an error is displayed in Toolbox. If this happens, you must disable
the drive r
Remove
Remove the mid aero shield panel. See
Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace).
Release the fir tree clips that attach the coolant hoses to the LH shear
plate.
Remove and discard the HV battery breather from the LH HV battery vent
shroud assembly.
Release the fir t