Tesla Model S: Assembly - Instrument Panel Side Cover - LH (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2024) Service Manual / Instrument Panels and Pedals / Assembly - Instrument Panel Side Cover - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Release clips (x3) securing instrument panel side cover.
Note: Components have been removed in this graphic to aid clarity.
- Disconnect harness connector from key antenna.
- Remove screws (x2) securing antenna to trim (torque 1 Nm).
- Remove instrument panel side cover.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Caution: Replace any broken clips.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Position vehicle with clear access to door assembly.
Open vehicle door.
Remove LH instrument panel side cover (refer to procedure)
Release location pins (x2).
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Removal
Remove the glove box assembly (refer to procedure).
In the upper area behind the glove box, remove the 2 screws
(torque 10 Nm) that secure the passenger airbag to the crossbar
Assembly - Mesh Grille - Defrost (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the top pad for access to the mesh grille (refer to
procedure)
Remove the defrost mesh grille.
Installation
Installation procedure is the
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Removal
Remove glove box assembly (refer to procedure)
Depress clip and remove clevis pin securing damper module to
glove box assembly.
Rotate module counter-clockwise and release from glove box.
AC Refrigerant Leak Detection
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure), see section "Recover
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Remove the underhood storage unit(refer to procedure).
Release the bolt that secures the HVAC compressor discharge line (torque
10 Nm).
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