Tesla Model S: Center Console
In addition to housing an RFID transmitter that reads key fobs and key cards (see Keys), the center console includes cup holders, two storage compartments, wireless phone chargers, and a rear touchscreen.
To open the main storage compartment, pull its cover upward. Open the front storage compartment by sliding its cover forward.
Second Row Console
Your Model S has a rear console integrated in the center of the second row. This console can serve as an arm rest for rear passengers.
To lower the console, press the button on the top back of the center seat. To raise the console, push it all the way upwards.
To access the storage tray and wireless phone charger (see Wireless Phone Chargers), raise the cover by pressing the latch on the underside of it and pulling it up.
Glovebox
To open the glovebox, touch Controls > Glovebox. The glovebox automatically opens and the light turns on.
To close the glovebox, push it upward until it latches into the closed position.
For additional glovebox security, touch Controls > Safety > Glovebox PIN to set a 4-digit PIN (see Glovebox PIN).
NOTE: If you leave the glovebox open, its light eventually turns off.
NOTE: The glovebox locks whenever closed and you lock Model S using the mobile app, key card, you leave Model S carrying your phone key (if Walk-Away Door Lock is turned on), or if Valet mode is active (see Valet Mode). It does not lock when Model S is locked by touching the lock icon on the touchscreen.
WARNING: When driving, keep the glovebox closed to prevent injury to a passenger if a collision or sudden stop occurs.
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USB Ports
Model S has five USB ports:
Two USB ports are located in the front compartment
of the center console. These can be used to charge
USB devices and to play audio files from a phone or
USB device
USB Drive Requirements for
Recording Videos
NOTE: For saving Sentry Mode and Dashcam footage,
Tesla recommends using the USB port located in the
glovebox. Doing so increases security and minimizes
power consumption.
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Wireless Phone Chargers
Wireless phone chargers are integrated into both the
front and rear consoles, each providing up to 15W of
power to charge Qi-enabled phones. Simply place your
phone on the charger. Your device may
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Door - Charge Port - Non-Motorized (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the LH tail light assembly (refer to procedure).
Remove the screws (x3) that secure the charge port door to the
tail light assembly.
Remove the charge port door.
Installation
Link - Lower - Fore - LH (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Loosen the front LH lug nuts.
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Warning: Do not work on an incor
