Tesla Model 3: Overhead Console - Front (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Release the clips (x2) that attach the front overhead console to the
headliner, and then lower the console from the headliner.
Caution:
To avoid damaging the headliner, do not pry against the headliner.
Insert a 90 degree trim tool near the dome light and pull downwards to release
the clip, and then move to the other side to release the remaining clip.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the front overhead console.
- Remove the front overhead console from the overhead console.
Install
- Connect the front overhead console electrical connector.
- Push upwards the front overhead console into the headliner and attach it
with clips (x2)
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle.
- In Toolbox, type "VFOHC" in the search tab.
Note: Make sure "Actions" is selected in Toolbox, if not
already.
- In Toolbox, navigate to "TESTSELF_ VCLEFT_X_VFOHC" and press play.
- Use Toolbox to update the vehicle firmware.
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Remove
Release the clips (x2) that attach the rear overhead console to the
headliner, and then lower the console from the headliner.
Caution:
To avoid damaging the headliner, do not pry
Remove
Open the hood.
Release the clips that attach the hood latch cover to the body.
Tip: Grab the cover from the bottom, and then pull it
upward to release the clips.
Disconne
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Remove
Open the LH front door.
Mark the position of the LH front door striker using masking tape.
Remove the bolts that attach the LH front door striker to the body, and
then remove the striker from the vehicle.
Install
Hand-tighten the bolts that attach the LH front door st
Receiver Dryer and Desiccant- Remove
SPECIAL TOOLS
Remove
Perform the A/C refrigerant recovery. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and
Recharge).
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the underhood reinforcement bracket to
the body, and then remove the bracket from the cooling fan module.
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