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This is a very simple solution for the poor interior lights in the Model 3. Just add one. No rewiring or splicing necessary. Detach the right side center console panel. Locate the existing plug with a white and brown wires which connects the LED from the inside of the center console to power. Unplug that and connect this LED in. Attach the LED with the included double sided tape to the underside of the display mount. Reinstall the side panel and you are done.
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The light is activated when you open the console middle door and turns off when this is closed.
This is a rather simple DIY project if you want to make it yourself. We have included the instructions and parts list in the DIY section.
But, there are a lot of people who requested a ready made version because they don't want to bother collecting the supplies for the plugs or build it themselves.
In our version, we included a simple 3D printed backing and 3M VHB double sided tape for easy mounting.
Installation Instructions:
- Open the right side panel of the center console using the trim pry tool. Start from the back and work toward the front.
- Locate a two wire (brown and white) connector. Open the middle console compartment lid to see its LED light. Separate the connectors. You will see the LED light turn off. To separate the connector, squeeze the tab and pull straight out. It should separate easily. The male plug is attached to wires that run toward the back of the car and attaches to the middle compartment LED light and will no longer be needed. The female port should be attached to the wires that run toward the floor and front of the car.
- Plug your LED light into the female port
- Open and close the middle compartment lid to test your connection. It should turn on when you open the compartment and off when you close it.
- Run the LED wires toward the front and attach the LED to the underside of the display mount. Remove the red plastic protective cover of the two sided tape and attach the LED. Make sure your LED location do not block the temperature sensor. This is the little 3mm round opening in the middle of the lid.
- Replace your right side panel. Start from the front and work backward. Push at 90 degree angle until you hear the clips engage.
- Enjoy!
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