2025-10-31

Center Console Assembly (Model 3 Standard) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 15190401202 15190401201 FRT 0.30 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-09-05: Released new procedure.

Remove

  1. Open all four doors.
  2. Lower all four windows.
  3. Move the LH front seat forward.
  4. Move the LH front seat upward.
  5. Move the RH front seat forward.
  6. Remove the rear end panel assembly.
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    Note
    Release the upper clips (x7) then the lower tabs (x2).
  7. Remove the rear bolts (x2) that secure the center console to the vehicle.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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    Note
    The passenger seat cannot be fully adjusted out of the way from the RH rear 10mm bolt. Removing the RH side bolt requires a 10 mm combination flex wrench
  8. Move both front seats backward.
  9. Remove the LH console side panel carpet.
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    Note
    Use a trim tool at the rear edge to release the upper clips. If the clips are too tight, use the prytool to remove clips, then pull the bottom to release the remaining clips. Finally, release the tab and pull the side panel out backward.
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    Note
    Replace any damaged clips.
  10. Remove the LH front exterior bolts (x2) from the center console.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  11. Repeat the previous 2 steps for the RH side of the vehicle.
  12. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  13. Disconnect the harness from the rear of the center console.
  14. Remove the center console assembly from the vehicle.
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    Warning
    Lift with assistance.
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    Tilt the rear end of the console upward, pull the assembly towards the rear of the vehicle, then tilt the front end of the console upward and remove through the RH side. Place the assembly on a work table.

Install

  1. Install the center console assembly into the vehicle.
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    Warning
    Lift with assistance.
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    Tilt the front end of the console downward, slide the assembly towards the front of the vehicle , and tilt the rear end of the console down into place.
  2. Connect the harness to the rear of center console.
  3. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  4. Install and torque the RH front exterior bolts (x2).
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
  5. Install the RH console side panel carpet. Secure the 14x clips.
  6. Repeat the previous 2 steps for the LH side of the vehicle.
  7. Move both front seats forward.
  8. Install the rear bolts (x2) that secure the center console to the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    The passenger seat cannot be fully adjusted out of the way from the RH rear 10 mm bolt. A 10 mm combination flex wrench in required to install the RH side bolt.
  9. Install the rear end panel assembly. Secure the clips (x7).
  10. Move both front seats to their original positions.
  11. Raise all four windows.
  12. Close all four doors.