Tesla Model X Owners & Service Manuals

Tesla Model X: Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model X 2015-2024 Service Manual / Interior Trim / Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel (refer to procedure).
  2. Use a trim tool to carefully release the anchor bolt cap from the inboard upper pre-tensioner cover. Note: The driver's seat has been removed from the graphic for clarity.

    Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)

  3. Remove the bolt that secures the seat belt to the pre-tensioner (torque 9 Nm).

    Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)

  4. Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the bottom of the upper B-pillar trim panel to the body (torque 2.5 Nm).

    Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace)

  5. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  6. Release the edge clips that secure the electrical harnesses to the upper B-pillar trim panel.
  7. Remove the upper B-pillar trim panel.
Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

Caution: Replace any broken clips.

Transfer the B-pillar rear door switch to the new upper B-pillar trim panel (torque 2 Nm).