Tesla Model S: Center Console Assembly (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the drop in center console assembly, if installed (refer
to procedure).
- Remove the under-screen cubby.
- Remove the LH center console closeout extension (refer to
procedure).
- Remove the RH center console closeout extension.
- Remove the rear center console trim (refer to procedure).
- Remove the fasteners (x2) that secure the rear end of the center
console chassis to the body (torque 10 Nm).
- Remove the fasteners (x2) that secure the front end of the
center console chassis to the dash.
- Release the clips (x4) that secure the center console base
closing trim.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Caution: Replace any broken clips.
- Remove the center console base closing panel.
- Remove the fasteners (x2) that secure the center console base to
the body (torque 3 Nm).
- Remove the driver side footwell bolt that secures the center
console to the dash. Repeat this step for the passenger footwell
bolt.
- Release the 2 fasteners that secure the console to the crosscar
beam (torque 3 Nm), then release the center console from the
adhesive pads (x6) and move rearward to access the console wiring
harness.
- Disconnect the harness connectors (x4).
- Remove the center console from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Move the front seats to their rearmost positions to allow for
additional access.
Unplug the phone adaptor cable from the USB connector, if
installed.
Removal
Fold the RH 2nd row back rest.
Loosen the 2nd row center console tether strap behind the center
seat.
Unclip the tether latch from the child seat anchor.
Removal
Move both front seats all the way forward.
Remove the felt tray from the console.
Remove the rubber padding from the base of the console and
cupholders.
Release the sc
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Note: Removing the passenger's front airbag destroys the
instrument panel top pad.
Removal
Remove the top pad (refer to procedure)
Note: The top pad is not reused in this procedure.
Remove the passenger airbag from the instrument panel top p
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Position the vehicle in preparation for raising it, but keep the
vehicle at ground level at this time.
Peel back the bottom of the lift