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
SEE MORE:
VIN Locations
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is visible in the following locations:
The bottom corner of the driver side of the windshield
The label on the driver door jamb
On the touchscreen after touching the Tesla "T"
The RH upper b-pillar; can be seen when the upper B-pilla
Remove
Remove the LH and RH instrument panel end caps. See
End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH and RH middle A-pillar trims. See
Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH and RH upper A-Pillar trims. See
Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (