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Buckle - 3rd Row - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Open the LH falcon wing door.
  2. Open the liftgate.
  3. Fold the 2nd row 40 and 60 seats downward.
  4. Remove the rear trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
  5. Remove the rear trunk floor NVH insulator. See NVH Insulator - Floor - Rear Trunk (Remove and Replace) .
  6. Remove the rear trunk carpet. See Carpet - Rear Trunk (7 Seat) (Remove and Replace) .
  7. Disconnect the 3rd row buckle connectors (x2).
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  8. Remove the 3rd row seat cushion. See Cushion - Seat - 3rd Row (Remove and Replace) .
  9. Remove the center 3rd row recliner cover. See Cover - Recliner - 3rd Row - Center (Remove and Replace) .
  10. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the 3rd row buckle to the seat frame, and then remove the buckle from the vehicle.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 3 in extension
    • 14 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    G15407914Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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