2025-03-12

Instrument Panel - Air Vent - Driver (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1405030301 FRT 1.20 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.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Instrument Panel - Air Vent - Driver (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screws (x5) that attach the LH air vent to the instrument panel upper assembly
0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
  • Torx T20 bit
  • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm
 Reuse

Remove

  1. With assistance, release the tabs and remove the instrument panel upper carrier assembly from the vehicle. See Assembly - Instrument Panel - Upper (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    Do not separate the components from the upper carrier assembly. Just remove the assembly from the vehicle.
  2. Disconnect the LH air duct height adjustment actuator connector.
  3. Disconnect the LH air duct horizontal adjustment actuator connector.
  4. Remove the screws (x5) that attach the LH air vent to the instrument panel upper assembly.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm
  5. Remove the LH air vent from the instrument panel upper assembly.
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    Note
    Pay attention to the datums (x4).

Install

  1. Align the slots (x4) on the LH air vent to the datums on the instrument panel upper assembly.
  2. Install the screws (x5) that attach the LH air vent to the instrument panel upper assembly.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm
  3. Connect the LH air duct horizontal adjustment actuator connector.
  4. Connect the LH air duct height adjustment actuator connector.
  5. Install the instrument panel upper carrier to the vehicle. See Assembly - Instrument Panel - Upper (Remove and Replace).