14/09/2022 13:47:29

Armrest - Center Console (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 15192512 0.48 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

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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. Open all the doors and open all the windows.
  2. Move the driver and front passenger seats fully forward.
  3. Remove the center console lower rear panel. See Panel - Lower Rear - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the center console air wave assembly. See Air Wave Assembly - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the rear center console bright strip. See Bright Strip - Center Console - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the bolts (x6) that attach the center console armrest to the center console assembly.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
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    Note
    Remove the bolts and slide the armrest rearward.

Install

  1. Install the bolts (x6) that attach the center console armrest to the center console.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
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    Note
    Slide the armrest down and align the LH and RH side arms with the center console assembly.
  2. Install the rear center console bright strip. See Bright Strip - Center Console - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  3. Install the center console air wave assembly. See Air Wave Assembly - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    The Toolbox routine for the center console air wave does not need to be performed for this procedure.
  4. Install the center console lower rear panel. See Panel - Lower Rear - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
  5. Restore the driver and front passenger seats back to their original position.
  6. Raise all the windows and close all the doors.