18/12/2023 12:49:16

Center Console - Armrest Assembly (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1519023101 1519023102 FRT 0.36 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

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Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT, although it has been validated. Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near high voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Remove

  1. Remove the center console assembly from the vehicle. See Center Console - Center Console Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Release the clips (x17) that attach the LH center console external panel to the center console assembly, and then remove the panel from the assembly. Repeat this step for the RH center console external panel.
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    Note
    Release the clips on the bottom of the panel first. Once all the clips have been release, pull the panel downward to clear upper trim.
    Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 2. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 3. LH shown; RH similar
  3. Remove the center console armrest cap. See Center Console - Armrest Cap Assembly (Remove and Install).
  4. Release the mounting tabs (x7) and guide tabs (x2) that attach the airwave console cap to the center console assembly, and then remove the console cap from the assembly.
  5. Remove the screws (x6) that attach the center console armrest assembly to the center console assembly, and then remove the armrest from the center console.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket

Install

  1. Position the center console armrest assembly to the center console assembly, and then install the screws (x6) that attach the armrest to the center console.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
  2. Position the airwave console cap to the center console assembly, and then secure the mounting tabs (x7) and guide tabs (x2) that attach the console cap to the assembly.
  3. Install the center console armrest cap. See Center Console - Armrest Cap Assembly (Remove and Install).
  4. Position the RH center console external panel to the center console assembly, and then secure the clips (x17) that attach the panel to the assembly. Repeat this step for the LH center console external panel.
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    Note
    Engage the top of external panel into the upper trim first, and then secure the clips.
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    Note
    Replace any missing or damaged clips.
    Figure 4. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 5. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 6. LH shown; RH similar
  5. Move RH front seat forward
  6. Install the center console assembly. See Center Console - Center Console Assembly (Remove and Install).