Tesla Model 3: Cover - Airbag - Knee - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace) - Remove
Remove
- Disconnect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Remove the passenger footwell cover. See
Cover - Footwell - Passenger (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the T20 bolts (x2) that attach the front passenger knee airbag
cover to the vehicle.
- Remove and discard the T30 patchbolts (x4) that attach the front
passenger knee airbag cover to the vehicle.
Caution:
Support the front passenger knee airbag cover while releasing the
fasteners, as the airbag is still connected to an electrical connector.
- Release the clip that attaches the front passenger knee airbag cover to
the vehicle.
Take care when releasing the highlighted clip
- Partially release the front passenger knee airbag cover from the vehicle
Caution:
Carefully release the corner clip, as it can be easily damaged.

- Disconnect the electrical connector from the front passenger knee airbag,
and then remove the airbag cover from the vehicle.
- Release the metal tabs (x11) that attach the front passenger knee airbag
to the airbag cover, and then remove the cover.
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Install
Install the passenger knee airbag into the airbag cover by installing
the rear tabs first, and then press down against the airbag while pushing
upwards on the edge of the cover.
Remove
Release the clips and remove the screw that attach the driver footwell
cover to the vehicle.
Torque
2.5 Nm
Disconnect the electrical connector from the puddle light, and then
Remove
Release the clips that attach the passenger footwell cover to the
vehicle.
Disconnect the electrical wiring harness connectors from the puddle
light and emergency speaker.
SEE MORE:
DO NOT TRANSPORT WITH WHEELS ON THE GROUND
The rear motor in Model 3 generates power
when the wheels spin. Always transport Model
3 with all four tires off the ground. Ensure that
the tires are unable to spin at any time during
transport.
Warning: NEVER TRANSPORT YOUR
VEHICLE WITH THE TIRES I
Bluetooth Compatibility
You can use your Bluetooth-capable phone
hands-free in Model 3 provided your phone is
within operating range. Although Bluetooth
typically supports wireless communication
over distances of up to approximately 30 feet
(9 meters), performance can vary based on
the phone y