2026-09-24

3rd Row Inner B-Cover - RH (7-Seat)(Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1309010501 1309010502 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.
  • 2026-01-27: Released new procedure.
  1. Open LH front door
  2. Lower LH front window
  3. Open liftgate
  4. Remove trunk load floor from vehicle
  5. Remove trunk sill trim from vehicle
    Note
    4x clips, 2x location pins
  6. Remove LH load floor bracket from vehicle
    Note
    5x clips, 2x location pins
  7. Remove RH load floor bracket from vehicle
    Note
    5x clips, 2x location pins
  8. Remove trunk tub from vehicle
    Note
    2x push clips, 2x location holes
  9. Open LH rear door
  10. Lower LH rear window
  11. Move LH 2nd row seat forward
    Note
    Adjust seat back if needed
  12. Open RH rear door
  13. Lower RH rear window
  14. Move RH 2nd row seat forward
    Note
    Adjust seat back if needed
  15. Remove 3rd row seat cushion
    Note
    2x clips, 1x connector, Press tabs backward then pull front edge up
  16. Remove 3rd row LH seat cushion bolster
    Note
    1x bolt, 11mm, 37 Nm, 1x location pin, 1x tab, Slide LH seat cushion bolster towards front of vehicle to remove
  17. Remove 3rd row RH outer B-cover from inner B-cover
    Note
    3x tabs, First lift upward, Then remove by pulling forward
  18. Release clip securing 3rd row RH seat frame harness to seat cushion bolster
    Note
    1x clip
  19. Remove 3rd row RH seat cushion bolster
    Note
    1x bolt, 11mm, 37 Nm, 1x location pin, 1x tab, Slide RH seat cushion bolster towards front of vehicle to remove
  20. Open hood
  21. Power off vehicle from center display
    Note
    Via Controls > Safety > Power Off, Select Power Off button at warning dialogue box
  22. Remove rear apron
    Note
    16x trim clips, 3x datums, 2x clips
  23. Remove HEPA filter assembly
    Note
    2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, Pivot rear edge up past brake reservoir then lift up to clear frunk assembly
  24. Disconnect LV battery and first responder loop
    Note
    2x connectors, Ensure that one minute has passed after window movement before performing the power-off, Release green locking tab, Press black tab then pull black connector lock outwards to release connection, Release red lock tab on FRL, Allow 2 minutes for all electrical circuits to fully discharge
  25. Disconnect 3rd row LH seat frame harness connector
    Note
    1x connector
  26. Remove bolt securing 3rd row LH seatbelt and seatback
    Note
    1x bolt, 11mm, 37 Nm, Discard bolt after removal
  27. Remove bolt securing 3rd row RH seatbelt and seatback
    Note
    1x bolt, 11mm, 37 Nm, Discard bolt after removal
  28. Disconnect 3rd row RH seat frame harness connector
    Note
    1x connector
  29. Remove inner bolts securing 3rd row seatback complete to body
    Note
    2x bolts, 11mm, 37 Nm, Discard bolts after removal
  30. Remove lateral bolts securing rear of 3rd row seat back
    Note
    2x fasteners
  31. Remove 3rd row seatback complete from vehicle
    Note
    2x location pins, First lift up, Then move the entire body backward, Remove 3rd row seatback complete through the liftgate, Recommended assistant assistance
  32. Remove 3rd row LH inner B-cover from seatback frame assembly
    Note
    2x clips, 3x tabs
  33. Install 3rd row LH inner B-cover to seatback frame assembly
    Note
    2x clips, 3x tabs
  34. Install 3rd row seatback complete onto vehicle
    Note
    2x location pins, Recommended assistant assistance
  35. Install lateral bolts securing rear of 3rd row seat back
    Note
    2x fasteners
  36. install inner bolts securing 3rd row seatback complete to body
    Note
    2x bolts, 11mm, 37 Nm, Install new bolts, Install bolts hand tight, Torque at later step
  37. install bolt securing 3rd row RH seat belt and seat back
    Note
    1x bolt, 11mm, 37 Nm, Install new bolt, Install bolt hand tight, Torque at later step
  38. install bolt securing 3rd row LH seat belt and seat back
    Note
    1x bolt, 11mm, 37 Nm, Install new bolt, Install bolt hand tight, Torque at later step
  39. Connect 3rd row RH seat frame harness connector
    Note
    1x connector
  40. Connect first responder loop and LV battery
    Note
    2x connectors, Secure FRL first, Seat LV battery connection and push black connector lock inwards to secure, Engage green locking tab when fully seated
  41. Install HEPA filter assembly
    Note
    2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, Pivot forward edge down past frunk assembly, Then carefully move rear edge past brake reservoir and into position, Gently press on RH side of filter to seat seal onto duct, Do not pinch washer hose inbetween HEPA filter assembly and body
  42. Install rear apron
    Note
    16x trim clips, 3x locator pins, 2x clips, Replace any missing or damaged clips, Ensure pyrotechnic hood actuators are aligned with openings in apron
  43. Close hood
  44. Install 3rd row RH seat cushion bolster
    Note
    1x bolt, 11mm, 37 Nm, 1x location pin, 1x tab, Slide RH seat cushion bolster into seat frame complete
  45. Install clip securing 3rd row RH seat frame harness to seat cushion bolster
    Note
    1x clip
  46. Install 3rd row LH outer cover to inner B-cover
    Note
    3x tabs, Insert from front to back, Confirm alignment of the position, Then press downward
  47. Install 3rd row LH seat cushion bolster
    Note
    1x bolt, 11mm, 37 Nm, 1x location pin, 1x tab, Slide LH seat cushion bolster into seat frame complete
  48. Connect 3rd row seat harness connector and secure seats cushion complete
    Note
    2x clips, 1x connector, Insert buckles through holes, Slide rear inward then align front clips, Perform push-pull-push test
  49. Move RH 2nd row seat to original position
  50. Raise RH rear window
  51. Close RH rear door
  52. Move LH 2nd row seat to original position
  53. Raise LH rear window
  54. Close LH rear door
  55. Install trunk tub onto vehicle
    Note
    2x push clips, 2x location holes
  56. Install RH load floor bracket onto vehicle
    Note
    5x clips, 2x location pins
  57. Install LH load floor bracket onto vehicle
    Note
    5x clips, 2x location pins
  58. Install trunk sill trim onto vehicle
    Note
    4x clips, 2x location pins, Seat seal around edge of trim
  59. Install trunk load floor onto vehicle
  60. Close liftgate
  61. Raise LH front window
  62. Close LH front door