Tesla Model 3: Armrest - Center Console (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Remove and attach the customer's belongings from the armrest, if needed.
- Lower all the windows, and then move the LH and RH front seats forward.
- 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 (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the center console end panel. See
End Panel - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the screw that attaches the cap of the armrest hinge pin to the
center console, and then remove the cap.
Torque 1.6 Nm
- Open the armrest, and then use a flat screwdriver to release the spring
from the hook.
- Close the armrest, and then tap towards the LH side with a hammer and
pin to remove the armrest hinge pin from the center console.
Note: The armrest must be closed before proceeding
- Raise the armrest and remove it from the center console.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
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Before installing the armrest, make sure it is in the open position as it is
fastened.
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Align the slot of the armrest hinge pin with the tab in the armrest pivot
hole.
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Remove
Note: Although the LH side is described, the procedure is the same
for the RH side.
Move the front LH front seat fully rearward.
Remove the front LH floormat from the vehicle.
Rele
Remove
Remove and attach the customer's belongings from the center console, if
needed.
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove
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DRAFT
Warning:
This procedure was derived from pre-production computer
models, and might not reflect the real-world situation. Warnings
and cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and
use extreme caution when working on or near
About the Battery
Model 3 has one of the most sophisticated
battery systems in the world. The most
important way to preserve the Battery is to
LEAVE YOUR VEHICLE PLUGGED IN when
you are not using it. This is particularly
important if you are not planning to drive
Model 3 for several weeks. Wh