Center Console Upgrade for First Gen Tesla Model S

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How to video on how to remove the stock yacht floor console out of the first-gen Tesla Model S and replace it with the later version console with storage, extra cup holders, and an extra set of charging ports for the back seat. A moderate level of automotive experience is helpful but not necessary to do this mod. If you have any questions or comments, hit me up at [e-mail]
Awesome music in the video:
Intro: Scary Island - Audio Hertz
Console removal anthem: Venom - Blue Wednesday
Power checking music: Lavender Dreams - Blue Wednesday
New Console Installation Music: All That Jazz - Blue Wednesday
Outro: Mision To Mars- Audio Hertz
Blooper Reel: Desire - Blue Wednesday

[@mattysea7163]

Thanks for the video guide! Just completed this on my 2016 S. I managed to find a complete console on eBay for £161 ($208) and it took me about 4 hours to complete. It’s changed the car for me and now have 6 cup holders instead of 2 which is super handy and some much needed storage. I didn’t disassemble the console except for removing the side panels and bottom vent housing to get to the cable Obstacles for me were the splice as I didn’t take out the cigarette lighter but red to red worked fine. Also as I didn’t take the seats out I put the side trims of the console on before reinstalling which I then had to pop off to reinstall the kick panels. I’m so glad I found this video as I had ordered the taptes but this was much cheaper and better solution.

[@MrWehttam515]

Great detailed informative video! Thanks!Music alone kept me intrigued to listen and follow along. 👍

[@backshopelectric]

Thanks for watching!

[@Microdomus]

Thanx for this video! Did the same upgrade to my P85 the other day, had that damn music stuck in my mind as I assembled the thing 😂

[@diidiiman]

Three hours since I completed the replacement on 2014. Huge thanks for this video - was great guide. Especially part about the rear USB ports. In total took me around 4 hours to perform this without removing front seats. Hit some unexpected obstacles though, so for other enthusiasts willing to take on this challenge - mounting screws for console under the rear cup holders were half and inch too short for new console, since the bottom was a bit thicker there. Another recommendation - in my case I had huge bundle of wires blocking the sliding lid to lock in, so had to take few steps back and shift the wire aside and fix it in that position. And in my case I wanted to replace trim piece on the elbow rest, so the trick here is to use force to yank those cushions off from their hinges. There are no levers to push or anything. All of the force applied to remove pieces at all times seemed excessive :D But yeah. End result is great! Nothing is broken, everything works :D

[@backshopelectric]

Awesome! Thanks for the feedback :)

[@hakansamli8781]

hi did you use new screws ? I am trying to use my existing screws and the new console doesnt screw in.

[@paulg8065]

Thanks for confirming you can do this without removing the seats. I thank the author of this video for doing it because it made everything easier to see, but I thought it looked like it could be done without taking them out.

[@diidiiman]

One thing that is worth mentioning is that the wiring underneath the MCU most likely needs to be shifted a bit and fixed in place so the sliding cover can go all the way in. I had to do the installation twice because of this 😁

[@paulg8065]

@@diidiiman thanks 🙏🏼. Keep the tips coming please. I will be receiving my console on Tuesday.

[@slartybartfarst9737]

Thanks for this, superb video work and editing, picture saves 1,000 words a good video 10,000!

[@backshopelectric]

Thanks for watching!

[@jirizyka]

thank you very much for this video. I want update my 2015 S85D too, so good to know that it is possible.

[@mrcharles3061]

omg finally. Thanks so much sir :)

[@backshopelectric]

Thanks for watching!

[@afgooon3976]

Thanks bro, I was able to get my Juul

[@n_a3522]

Great video

[@backshopelectric]

Thanks!

[@Killahkron1992]

Thank you

[@jesper2165]

I have a Tesla model s with the same center console and would like to do the same upgrade as you, but so fr i havnet ben abel to find the newer one do you by chance have the part number for the one you installed Thanks

[@joshmyalik9003]

Need to go more indept on the hardware used, what bolts go where and what sizes. Been at a complete road block because of not knowing where all the hardware goes

[@backshopelectric]

Did you have the hardware from the yacht floor you removed?

[@TechToTalkK]

Is it possible to get newer one like 2023 console in 2018 model S

[@jt_mStesla]

Good content. Was wondering have you ever tried fitting a 2021+ yoke wheel into a 2020 model S?

[@backshopelectric]

Thanks for watching! I’m sorry but I haven’t had that opportunity yet.

[@thegzak]

Seat removal in future video, darn, that’s what I came to see. But maybe you can tell me at least what size torx screw driver I’ll need to unbolt the seat rails?

[@T3m0ur]

Same

[@VegarHenriksen]

T47 on the inner bolts and T40 on the outside

[@anmarams]

would be nice if the new console has a storage under the arm rest like with other regular cars.

[@backshopelectric]

Tesla designed this armrest to allow for ventilation for the back seat passengers. There is maybe a little room in the arm rest riser for a small amount of storage tho

[@kengi1600]

were the front seats easy to remove??

[@bosspinball10]

Thanks for the video! Is there a way to use the new ('21-) Model S center console with the rear screen in a 1st gen Model S???

[@backshopelectric]

I honestly don’t know, if you find a video, you can link it here :)

[@brandonchasingwind]

What was the piece you removed at 4:20? I am trying to simply screw in an extra cup holder, but am worried there may be wires or something else I'll break. I have 2014 Model S

[@backshopelectric]

That was the decor trim piece that matches the dash/center console cup holder trim. In my case the original trim decor was piano black. If you are looking to attach something to this trim, I would remove it, then drill holes through it and bolt whatever it is you want to mount to it. Just be very careful around the edges as you can chip the finish on the edges pretty easily. Also, the wires run along the outboard passenger side of the console, so you shouldn’t have a problem hitting any wires.

[@sajpatel6805]

Hi tha is for the vid. Is it possible to dislocate the part and fit it similar to how the teptas installation or do you have to strip the whole console? Regards

[@backshopelectric]

Tesla sold this as a drop in option for the yacht floor, but in my experience it is better to replace the entire unit

[@n_a3522]

What happened to the future seat removal video? Great tutorial, replacing 1st Gen console and front/rear seats as we speak.

[@backshopelectric]

Oof. I know. Family and work make videos hard to make.

[@n_a3522]

@@backshopelectric no worries, seat removed, now just need to put old connectors on new seats. Look forward to future vids!

[@ValZakharov]

Thanks for another educational video! tell me please, did you get any errors when you disconected front seats? And if so how did you reset them? Or you simply plugged them out and plugged in back without any problems? Thanks, val.

[@backshopelectric]

There would be a airbag error when the seat was disconnected, but when I reinstalled the seats, the error went away

[@ValZakharov]

@@backshopelectric Great news. So I will take a chance that my error will also disapear aswell. Thanks dude.

[@backshopelectric]

@@ValZakharov which error are you getting?

[@ValZakharov]

@@backshopelectric nothing yet. I'm only bought my new (second hand) console and it's being posted to me. I'm just preparing for a big job as soon as it arrives. Will hope for an easy labour.

[@livemeyer]

As much as I'd like to copy this in my '13 P85, I imagine it's much more expensive than the insert you mentioned. Problem is, I'm having trouble finding one. Got any links to finding the insert style? I'm new to Tesla but someone with more experience might know a good web link or two.

[@backshopelectric]

You’ll have to find one from a third party seller. I recommend looking on eBay

[@samualdaugherty]

Which is the power and which is ground on that 12v power socket (cigarette lighter)? I was thinking I’d use that to tap into for switched power, but not sure which is which.

[@backshopelectric]

If remember correctly, the outer cylinder should be the ground and the point at the end should be +12VDC. Make sure you double check this with a voltmeter before doing it though.

[@nathanzweizig9286]

You do have the parts number for the full assembly? Other than eBay, any recommendations where to find it?

[@backshopelectric]

I do not have the part numbers at the ready but I am certain you can find them in the Tesla electronic parts catalog. I would keep an eye out on the forums for salvage car parts. That’s probably your best bet.

[@chthan3o3]

After reinstalling your seat, did you have to calibrate the seat or do anything with the firmware? I am seeing this in the Tesla Service manual. Just wondering if its needed

[@backshopelectric]

I did not recalibrate the seat or reload any firmware and everything seems to work normally.

[@TroyGrech]

Thanks for a great video. Any recommendations on where I can find a full centre console for my P85D? Pretty much need exactly what you have but I’m in Australia, so I would need to have it shipped.

[@backshopelectric]

There are several available in different color options on eBay at the moment.

[@TroyGrech]

Thanks@@backshopelectric. Do you use a specific search term to show full consoles? When I searched I found heap of pieces, but struggled to find complete consoles.

[@backshopelectric]

@@TroyGrech oof. I just searched “model s center console”

[@TroyGrech]

@@backshopelectric no worries. Thanks again.

[@backshopelectric]

@@TroyGrech maybe there is some sort of country filter?

[@Tonny-dk]

Du you have a list of the components that you used to do this mod?

[@backshopelectric]

Everything should be listed in the video description

[@goatmaster3387]

Do you have the executive rear seat? or some aftermarket cup holder\armrest?

[@backshopelectric]

Executive rear seats.

[@paulg8065]

So you just bring the old console wiring over without any modifications unless you want to power the rear USB ports?

[@backshopelectric]

Yessir

[@Killahkron1992]

Seat removal video ?

[@josevillasenor320]

We’re can I get the center consul

[@backshopelectric]

You’ll have to find one online. I found out Tesla doesn’t sell them anymore. :/

[@janisalminen2671]

Hi! Is It necessory to remove the front seats or is it possible to change the console seats in place? Do you know are those armrest pads detachable?

[@backshopelectric]

You can do this with the seats in place. The arm rest pads are attached to the center console by two nuts each on the underside of the top console assembly. I have seen others simply pry them off but I wouldn’t recommend that. Good luck!

[@janisalminen2671]

​@@backshopelectricthx for the info ✌️

[@backshopelectric]

@@janisalminen2671 fo sho

[@dreamkiss4u]

Do you think a 2016-2020 model x center console would fit it? They look exactly the same like the one you installed , I seen it on ebay and really want the cup holder and extra USB connections in the back for my 2015 model s p85d

[@backshopelectric]

@@dreamkiss4u Check the Tesla Electronic Parts Catalog to see if the part numbers match. If they do, I would think you are good to go

[@dreamkiss4u]

@backshopelectric I tried to figure out how to use the tesla parts catalog but I can't understand it.... I'm only able to use my mobile right now so it's confusing to use it... can I link you to the part on ebay maybe you can help me out with it?. I asked the guy it's like a automotive parts seller and he was starting to tell me but I guess his boss said he can't suggest things because what if it don't end up working for me then they will have an issue... but he was saying it should work at first.... can I link you to the part?

[@arigold2599]

How can we order that center console drop in with sliding door if we don’t care much to get the back usb and cool cup holder. What is that called. Is that for 2017 Model S Gen 2? What is it called. Can’t find it online. Please help. I have 2014 p85d model s

[@backshopelectric]

To my knowledge, Tesla has stopped offering this drop in upgrade, however, if you keep an eye out on eBay or some of the Tesla forums, people are selling these often. I am sure that you will find one if you keep looking. Best of luck!

[@arigold2599]

@@backshopelectric thanks so much. I will keep my eye out. What year is this console ? 2017 gen 2?

[@backshopelectric]

@@arigold2599 I think if you search for 2017, 2018, 2019, or 2020 Model S center console you should be able to locate it. I do not believe they referred to it as a Gen 2 model. Best of luck!

[@arigold2599]

@@backshopelectric thanks for the help. Wish we had part number. Appreciate

[@backshopelectric]

@@arigold2599 search “Tesla EPC” to log into the electronic parts catalog for the numbers you are seeking. They will be listed individually

[@EVunedited]

Can you show me how to adjust the seats? Mine are rubbing against the center console

[@backshopelectric]

Where are they rubbing? The seat may rest against the seat, however, if the seat doesn't move much, it likely will not cause any damage. Best of luck!

[@EVunedited]

@@backshopelectric the seats back side support are rubbing against the arm support of the center console. I think i need to make some adjustment to the seat so there is a bigger gap

[@backshopelectric]

@@EVunedited Do you have the first gen seats?

[@EVunedited]

@@backshopelectric no, they are second gen. Forget the name but are like the ones in your car

[@ghosttesla]

Are you selling your old center console?

[@backshopelectric]

I already sold it. Thanks for watching!!!

[@x1dl]

How do you remove the sliding cup holder covers?

[@backshopelectric]

When you removed the cup holder assembly, flip it over and you will see the four nuts (two on each side) that hold the sliders on. Remove the nuts and the sliders and pads come right off.

[@hkcaskin]

where to buy it？

[@backshopelectric]

You’ll have to look on the Tesla forums and maybe eBay to see if some one is selling one.

[@bmwflip]

Do you know what year center console we need like 2017-2020?

[@VegarHenriksen]

Seat removal is not necessary for this btw

[@backshopelectric]

You are correct. However, it made it a lot easier to film it :)

[@raysegura4139]

Looks like crap

[@user-ox9jp5zj7w]

Get to the point stop talking

[@backshopelectric]

Thanks for watching! :D