Tesla Model 3: Cup Holder (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Disconnect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Remove the center console decor trim. See
Decor Trim - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the screws and release the tabs that attach LH and RH bright
strips to the center console, and then remove the strips from the console.
Torque 1.6 Nm
- Open the armrest.
- Release the clips that attach the cupholder decor trim to the cupholder
assembly, and then separate the trim from the center console assembly.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the security body controller
module connector, and then remove the trim from the vehicle.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the center console power socket
connector.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the center console puddle light
connector.
- Release the small tabs on the spring cap and slide the power socket
inside the cap, so that the openings in the side of the socket align with
the large tabs of the cap.
- Release the tabs of the cap and move the power socket and cap together
out through the cup holder assembly.
- Release the clips that attach the puddle light to the cup holder, and
then remove the puddle light from the cup holder.
- Use a plastic trim tool to remove the cup holder liner from the cup
holder.
- Remove the screw that attaches the armrest latch grommet to the cup
holder.
Torque 1.6 Nm
- Remove the screws that attach the cup holder lower assembly to the
center console, and remove the cup holder from the vehicle.
Torque 1.1 Nm
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Remove
Open the LH front door.
Move the LH front seat to the lowest and most rearward position.
Clip Locations on Center Console
Clip Locations on Decor Trim
Release the clips (x9) th
Remove
Remove the center console lower rear panel. See
Panel - Lower Rear - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
Remove the center console air vent panel. See
Panel - Air Vent - Center Console (R
Remove
Remove the LH front floormat.
Remove the center console. See
Center Console (Remove and Install)
Raise the center console armrest for access.
Remove the LH and RH center console decor
SEE MORE:
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the rear underhood apron. See
Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
Disconnect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
Remove the LH 2nd row buckle. See
Buckle
Internally or externally damaged components can cause debris and moisture to
enter the A/C system. Perform the following procedures if debris or excessive
moisture ingress is suspected.
Caution: Do not attempt to use an A/C refrigerant flushing kit.
A/C Components Damaged in a Collision, No Refr