2025-10-02

Instrument Panel Assembly - Lower (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code TBD 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautionsfor safe and healthy working practices.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Move the LH front seat backward.
  3. Remove the HEPA filter or cowl assembly. See HEPA Filter Assembly (Remove and Replace) or Cowl Assembly (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See Instrument Panel - End Cap - Substrate - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH knee air bag assembly. See Knee Airbag - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the screw that attaches the instrument panel lower assembly to the instrument panel carrier.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
  7. Release the tabs (x13) to remove the instrument panel lower assembly from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Engage the tabs (x13) to install the instrument panel lower assembly.
  2. Install the screw that attaches the instrument panel lower assembly to the instrument panel carrier.
    2.3 Nm (1.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
  3. Install the LH knee air bag assembly. See Knee Airbag - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Install the LH instrument panel end cap. See Instrument Panel - End Cap - Substrate - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Install the HEPA filter or cowl assembly. See HEPA Filter Assembly (Remove and Replace) or Cowl Assembly (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Replace).
  6. Move the LH front seat to its original position.
  7. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.