In an revolutionary DIY mission, a Tesla Mannequin S proprietor has efficiently retrofitted rear-facing seats into their 2015 P85D mannequin, enhancing the automobile’s capability for household journey. The proprietor started the method by visiting a Tesla service middle, the place they picked up important components, together with {hardware} for seat set up and a rear bumper reinforcement, which is required for security and structural integrity. These components had been specifically ordered, as Tesla sometimes doesn’t promote seats to house owners whose autos didn’t include them from the manufacturing unit.

The set up course of commenced at house, utilizing rear-facing seats bought from eBay. The proprietor laid out the mandatory parts, together with hip strikers, trim items, and numerous nuts and bolts. Step one concerned eradicating a carpeted cowl to entry pre-cut foam areas within the automobile’s footwell, permitting for the set up of the hip strikers. With the usage of a T40 Torx bit, the strikers had been securely bolted into place on each the passenger and driver sides.

After making ready the mounting factors, the proprietor rigorously minimize by way of extra foam padding to facilitate the correct becoming of the seats. The set up of the seats concerned bolting them down and making certain they aligned with the automobile’s inside design. Moreover, a swap for the rear liftgate was put in, permitting younger passengers quick access to the trunk.

The mission underscored the practicality of retrofitting for households, significantly these with kids. The rear-facing seats are designed for teenagers underneath 80 kilos, offering a secure and cozy area for youthful passengers. Because the proprietor awaits the ultimate set up of the rear bumper reinforcement at a neighborhood physique store, the profitable retrofit demonstrates the potential for personalization in Tesla autos, making them much more versatile for household use.