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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTESLA2018MODEL 3 BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEEXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIMINTERIOR TRIM (MODEL 3)CENTER CONSOLECENTER CONSOLE - REMOVE AND INSTALLINSTALL
2018 Tesla Model 3 Base
Center Console - Remove and Install: Install
2018 Tesla Model 3 BaseSECTION Install
- With an assistant, install the center console into the vehicle as follows:
- Tilt the front of the center console downwards.
- Slide the center console towards the front of the vehicle.
- Tilt the rear of the center console downwards until it is in place.
- Connect the electrical connector in the rear of the center console.CAUTION: Ensure the connector is properly installed. Perform a push-pull test before continuing this procedure.
- Install the bolt that attaches the RH rear of the center console to the body.
7 N.m (5.2 ft-lbs)
NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:- 10 mm socket
- 4 in extension
- 1/4 in std ratchet
- 1/4 in torque wrench (installation only)
- Install the bolt that attaches the LH rear of the center console to the body.NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 4 in extension
- 1/4 in std ratchet
- 1/4 in torque wrench (installation only)
- Install the center console lower rear panel. See PANEL - LOWER REAR - CENTER CONSOLE (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Move the front passenger seat rearward.
- Install the bolts that attach the RH front of the center console to the body.NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 4 in extension
- 1/4 in std ratchet
- 1/4 in torque wrench (installation only)
- Connect the electrical connector that is located at the RH front of the center console.CAUTION: Ensure the connector is properly installed. Perform a push-pull test before continuing this procedure.
- Install the RH center console side panel carpet. See SIDE PANEL - CENTER CONSOLE - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Install the front passenger floormat.
- Move the front passenger seat to the original position.
- Move the driver seat rearward.
- Install the bolts that attach the LH front of the center console to the body.NOTE: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 4 in extension
- 1/4 in std ratchet
- 1/4 in torque wrench (installation only)
- Install the LH center console side panel carpet. See SIDE PANEL - CENTER CONSOLE - LH (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Install the driver floormat.
- Open the center console rotating lid.
- Install the bolts that attach the front of the center console to the body.
1.7 N.m (1.3 ft-lbs)
- Torx T20 socket
- 4 in extension
- 1/4 in std ratchet
- Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 N.m - 2.0 N.m screwdriver (installation only)
- Wiha 1/4 in bit holder adapter
- Wiha torque setter
- Install the phone tray. See PHONE TRAY - CENTER CONSOLE (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Move the driver seat to the original position.
- Restore the customer's belongings into the center console, if needed.
- Raise all the windows and close all the doors.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.