Tesla Model S Owners & Service Manuals

Tesla Model S: Trim - Dash - Driver's Side - Lower (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Instrument Panels and Pedals / Trim - Dash - Driver's Side - Lower (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove the LH instrument panel side cover (refer to procedure).
  2. Remove the screw that secures the footwell cover to the instrument panel trim panel (torque 2 Nm).
  3. Using a suitable tool, release the clips (x9) that secure the trim to the dash.

    Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).

    Caution: Replace any broken clips.

    Trim - Dash - Driver's Side - Lower (Remove and Replace)

  4. Remove the trim from the dash assembly.

    Trim - Dash - Driver's Side - Lower (Remove and Replace)

Installation Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.

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Removal

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Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.

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