Remove the driver headrest trim from the seat. See
Trim - Headrest - Driver (Remove and Replace).
Release the clips that attach the seat back shell to the driver seat,
lift up on the shell to unhook it from the seat back frame, and lay the
shell back.
Release the clips that attach the shell apron to the underside of the
seat, and then remove the shell from the seat.
Seat - Driver (Remove and Replace)- Remove
SPECIAL TOOLS
Key, Seat Belt Release, Model 3 (1133787-00-A)
Torx Plus T45 (1082447-07-A)
Remove
Note: Though the driver seat is described, the procedure
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 front passenger knee airbag. See Airbag - Knee - Front
Passenger (Remove and Re
Only use Tesla recommended parts.
Warning: Non-Tesla recommended parts might adversely affect
safety features and corrosion prevention treatments.
Warning: Always use the correct torque values as given in
this Manual.
Warning: Locking devices, where specified, must be fitted. If the
efficiency