Tesla Model 3: Decor Trim - Instrument Panel - Main (Remove and Replace)

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Decor Trim - Instrument Panel - Main (Remove and Replace)

Remove

Remove both the LH and RH air wave end caps. See End Cap - Air Wave - LH (Remove and Replace).

Decor Trim - Instrument Panel - Main (Remove and Replace)

Release the clips that attach the main instrument panel decor trim, and then remove the trim from the instrument panel.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

Check for any damaged clips and replace them as necessary.
Make sure that the instrument panel decor trim clips are fully seated to the instrument panel.
Use Toolbox to perform an air wave functionality check to make sure the instrument panel decor trim clips are fully seated

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