Tesla Model 3: Overhead Console - Front (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Release the clips (x2) that attach the front overhead console to the
headliner, and then lower the console from the headliner.
Caution:
To avoid damaging the headliner, do not pry against the headliner.
Insert a 90 degree trim tool near the dome light and pull downwards to release
the clip, and then move to the other side to release the remaining clip.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the front overhead console.
- Remove the front overhead console from the overhead console.
Install
- Connect the front overhead console electrical connector.
- Push upwards the front overhead console into the headliner and attach it
with clips (x2)
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle.
- In Toolbox, type "VFOHC" in the search tab.
Note: Make sure "Actions" is selected in Toolbox, if not
already.
- In Toolbox, navigate to "TESTSELF_ VCLEFT_X_VFOHC" and press play.
- Use Toolbox to update the vehicle firmware.
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Remove
Release the clips (x2) that attach the rear overhead console to the
headliner, and then lower the console from the headliner.
Caution:
To avoid damaging the headliner, do not pry
Remove
Open the hood.
Release the clips that attach the hood latch cover to the body.
Tip: Grab the cover from the bottom, and then pull it
upward to release the clips.
Disconne
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Remove
Remove the RH footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Passenger (LHD) (Remove
and Replace).
Disconnect the electrical connector for the emergency speaker.
Release the screws that attach the emergency speaker to the RH footwell
cover, and then remove the emergency speaker.
Install
Install the nuts that attach the FUCA mount to the LH front spring and damper.
Torque 23 Nm
Install the LH front spring an