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
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).
Remove the cabin intake duct. See
Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).
Remove the underhood storage un
Touch Controls > Lights on the touchscreen to
control the lights.
In addition to the lights that you can control
from the touchscreen, Model 3 has
convenience lights that operate automatically
based on what you are doing. For example, in
low ambient lighting conditions, the interior
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