Tesla Model S: Drop In Center Console Assembly (Remove and Replace)
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.
- Pull the two panels off from the sides of the center console.
Caution: Replace any broken clips.
- Loosen the button head screw on each side of the console. Do not
remove the screws completely.
- Remove the screws (x2) that secure the center console to the
carrier.
- Lift the rear of the center console up, then remove it from the
carrier.
Caution: Do not damage the arm rest while pulling the
center console out of the carrier.
- If the mounting bracket needs to be removed, release the screws
(x4) that secure it to the carrier and remove the mounting bracket.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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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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Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer
Removal
Remove the B-pillar lower trim (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the impact sensor harness connector.
Remove the bolt that secures the impact sensor to the B-pillar
(torque 8 Nm).
Caution: The bolt is left-hand threaded / reverse
threaded.