19/10/2023 01:01:09

Air Wave Assembly - Center Console (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 18108202 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

  • 2023-10-16: Reorganized the procedure.

Remove

  1. Open all the doors and lower the LH front window.
  2. Move the front seats forward.
  3. Remove the center console lower rear panel. See Panel - Lower Rear - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
  4. Release the clips (x4) that attach the rear portion of the LH center console side panel to the center console assembly, and then wedge a shop towel between the panel and center console assembly to hold the panel away from the assembly. Repeat this step for the RH center console side panel.
  5. Remove the screws (x4) that attach the center console air wave cap to the center console, pull the air wave cap rearward and to the right to access the electrical connector, and then disconnect the electrical connector.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T20 bit
  6. Release the screw that attaches the center console air wave cap ground harness to the air wave cap, and then remove the air wave cap from the center console assembly.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T20 bit
  7. Disconnect the electrical connectors (x5) and release the clip that attaches the center console wiring harness to the center console air wave assembly and actuators.
  8. Remove the screws (x5) that attach the center console air wave assembly to the center console, and then pull the air wave assembly straight rearward and rotate it to the left to access the air duct temperature sensor harness.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T20 bit
  9. Disconnect the electrical connector, release the clip that attaches the center console air wave assembly to the center console, and then remove the air wave assembly from the center console.

Install

  1. Position the center console air wave assembly onto the center console, connect the electrical connector, and then secure the clip that attaches the air wave assembly to the center console.
  2. Install the screws (x5) that attach the center console air wave assembly to the center console.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T20 bit
  3. Connect the electrical connectors (x5) and secure the clip that attaches the center console wiring harness to the center console air wave assembly and actuators.
  4. Position the center console air wave cap into the center console, position the center console air wave cap ground harness onto the air wave cap, and then fasten the screw that attaches the air wave cap ground wire to the air wave cap.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T20 bit
  5. Position the center console air wave cap onto the center console, connect the electrical connector, align the air wave cap with the center console, and then install the screws (x4) that attach the air wave cap to the center console.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Insert the air wave cap straight forward to align it to the center console.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T20 bit
  6. Remove the shop towels from the LH and RH center console side panels, and then secure the clips (x8) that attach the LH and RH side panels to the center console.
  7. Install the center console lower rear panel. See Panel - Lower Rear - Center Console (Remove and Replace).
  8. Close the RH rear door.
  9. Move the front passenger seat to the original position.
  10. Close the RH front door.
  11. Move the driver seat to the original position.
  12. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle.
  13. In Toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "Airwave".
  14. Click AIRWAVE - SECOND ROW LEFT, and then click Run and allow the routine to complete.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Click the "X" at the top right of window to close once complete.
  15. Click AIRWAVE - SECOND ROW RIGHT, and then click Run and allow the routine to complete.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Click the "X" at the top right of window to close once complete.
  16. Disconnect Toolbox 3 and remove the laptop from the vehicle.
  17. Raise the LH front window and close the LH doors.