Tesla Model S: Cup Holder (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove center console assembly (refer to procedure)
- Position center console on suitable clean bench to prevent
damage.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Remove LH rear vent (refer to procedure)
- Remove screws (x2) securing cup holder front trim to chassis
(torque 2 Nm).
- Release clips (x2) and remove cup holder front trim.
- Remove cup holder mat to access screws.
- Carefully lift vertically to release clips (x7) securing arm
rest and cup holder trim.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Caution: Replace any broken clips.
- Remove screws (x10) securing cup holder assembly to chassis from
the top (torque 2 Nm).
- Remove clips for air ducting to allow more movement for access.
- Remove screws (x4) securing air ducting framework to center
console chassis (torque 2 Nm).
- Remove screws (x2) securing cup holder to framework (torque 2
Nm).
- Remove cup holder assembly.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Carefully release clips (x8) securing rear end console closing
trim to chassis.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Caution: Replace any broke
Removal
Release the clips (x10) that secure the wrapped panel trim.
Note: Components have been removed in this graphic
to aid clarity.
Removal
Remove center console rear closing panel (refer to procedure)
Move front center arm rests forward.
Using a suitable tool depress clips (x4) securing rear vent to
cente
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Remove the front LH upper wheel arch liner (refer to procedure).
Position a container to collect any spillage.
Disconnect the washer pump connector.
Release the washer tube from the pump and drain any fluid from
the reservoir.
Note: Place suitable abs
Position the support jack on top of the front
crossmember and secure the 2 screws to the front crossmember.
The support jack mounts to the bolt holes on top of the front
crossmember that secured the coolant reservoir.