Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Headliner (without e-Call Button) (EMEA) - Retrofit: Install
2018 Tesla Model 3 BaseSECTION Install
- Install the headliner. See Headliner - Remove and Install
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See TOOLBOX 3 - CONNECT AND DISCONNECT
- Using Toolbox 3 to change the configuration value for eCallEnabled to enabled_ui_sos . See GATEWAY CONFIGURATION (DISPLAY AND CHANGE)
- On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Safety and make sure that the SOS shortcut button (1) and the SOS EMERGENCY CALL button (2) are available on the touchscreen.
- Using toolbox 3:
- Select the Actions tab, and then type "VFOHC" in the search field.
- Run the ODIN routine TEST-SELF_VCLEFT_X_VFOHC and allow the routine to complete.
- Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle.
- Reinstall the vehicle firmware. See SOFTWARE REINSTALL - TOUCHSCREEN
- Inform the customer why the e-Call functionality has changed after the headliner retrofit and instruct them how to use the touchscreen to make an emergency call.
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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.