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Tesla Model X: Latch Actuator - 2nd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model X 2015-2024 Service Manual / Seats / Latch Actuator - 2nd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove the LH 2nd row seat back cover (refer to procedure).
  2. Remove the latch cable from the actuator, then remove the cable from the bracket.

    Latch Actuator - 2nd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace)

    1 Actuator latch cable
    2 Cable bracket
  3. Disconnect the harness from the latch actuator.

    Latch Actuator - 2nd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace)

  4. Gently lift the bottom corners of the 2nd row seat backrest cushion, then gently pull up on the bottom corners of the cushion to expose the seat internals.
       
    Note: Do not remove the cushion from the seat; the seat heater harness remains connected during this procedure.
  5. Working from the front of the seat, remove the fasteners that secure the latch actuator (torque 1 Nm).

    Latch Actuator - 2nd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace)

  6. Working from behind the seat, remove the latch actuator.

    Latch Actuator - 2nd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace)

Installation
  1. Install the new actuator and fasteners.
  2. Secure the latch cable to the actuator and the bracket.
  3. Connect the latch actuator harness.
  4. Pull the latching cable out of the seat back.

    Note: On some vehicles, the latching cable might be secured to the seat back with a cable tie. Cut the cable tie; ensure that a new cable is reinstalled during installation.

       
    Note: On some vehicles, the sides of the latching cable are secured together with a cable tie. Do not cut this cable tie.

    Latch Actuator - 2nd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace)

  5. Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle.
  6. Use the Seat Install panel to pitch the seat fully backward.
  7. Use the Seat Install panel to unlatch the seat.
  8. Use the Seat Install panel to pitch the seat fully forward.
  9. Unlock the latching cable by pulling on the U-shaped locking connector.

    Latch Actuator - 2nd Row Seat - LH (Remove and Replace)

  10. Use the Seat Install panel to pitch the seat fully backward.
  11. Use the Seat Install panel to pitch the seat fully forward.
  12. Lock the latching cable.
  13. Use the Seat Install panel to pitch the seat fully backward.
  14. Use the Seat Install panel to latch the seat.
  15. Use the Seat Install panel to pitch the seat downward until it stops.
  16. Use the Seat Install panel to run the seat calibration.
  17. Secure the latching cable inside the seat back. Note: If the cable was secured to the seat back with a cable tie, install a new one.
  18. Resecure the backrest cushion.
  19. Reinstall the seat back cover.