Promotion of Tesla Online Parts Catalog

I placed this post here, under Model X > Interior & Exterior because I own one and that's my focus. But the message is just as applicable to all Tesla vehicles (except maybe the Semi?). Also, be sure to check out the good followup suggestion by @aerodyne in Post #2 about also accessing Tesla online Service Manuals, and the additional information in Post #3, in response, about doing just that.

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One of my life-lessons is to always have:

• a copy of the shop manual, and
• access to a complete parts list (with exploded line drawings if possible)

for any motor vehicle I value. In the old days it meant oil-stained, dog-eared garage copies of Chilton, Clymer, Haynes, or other ancient books and, if you were extremely lucky, maybe access to printed or microfiche versions of the official parts list for your particular make/model/year vehicle.

In these computerized days (before AI takes over and eliminates humanity) it now means YouTube (for repair step-by-steps) and the (in this case) Tesla online Parts Catalog. <Plus Tesla's online Service Manuals. See Posts # 2 and 3, below.>

I’ve recently been writing about Tesla Milestones, Charging Equipment Price History, Model X Wheel/Accessory History, Acquiring Sonic Carbon Wheels on a Budget, and Tesla Referral Program awards. Parts Catalog information has been helpful for these topics. it has also helped me replace missing or broken items on my car and schedule service. To illustrate Parts Catalog contents, usefulness, and drawbacks here are some selected entries pertaining to the Classic( 2015-21) Model X. Many more (almost all?) parts throughout the car are listed. Equally informative information is available for Models S/3/Y and the original Roadster.

Selected Tesla Online Parts Catalog Items​

(for Classic Model X, 2015-2021; North America)​

Key

AM ......................... Aftermarket (non-Tesla) business
CCS1 ...................... Combined Charging System (adapter) used in North America
CMX ....................... "Classic" (2015-02/21) Model X
FN ........................... Footnote
J1772 ..................... North American electric car (plug/port) standard for AC home/travel charge equipment (to use, Tesla cars require adapter)
M3/Y ...................... Models 3 or Y
MX .......................... Model X
OEM ....................... Original Equipment Manufacturer (in this case items produced/offered as original equipment by Tesla)
"Refreshed" ......... See RMX
RMX ....................... Latest (03/21-Present) Model X version

(I have included a couple of "Refreshed" [2021-2023] Model X parts, in green)​

Part Name​	Could Be Commonly Known As​	Current Tesla Part Number​	Notes​
CHARGING EQUIPMENT (2015-2021 MX)
UNIVERSAL MOBILE CONNECTOR, NA​	Gen 2 Mobile Connector​	1101789-00-M​	Without bag & adapters​
--​	Gen 2 Mobile Connector Bundle​	--​	Pictured but not listed​
STORAGE BAG - MOBILE CONNECTOR​	Square Nylon Zippered Bag​	1126118-00-B​
--​	CHAdeMO Adapter​	--​	Pictured but not listed​
WC, TESLA, NA, PACKAGED, 24FT​	Generation 3 Wall Connector​	1517085-02-E​	Latest wall connector​
--​	J1772 Adapter​	--​	Find in RMX area​
--​	CCS1 Adapter​	--​	Find in RMX area​
CHARGING EQUIPMENT ("Refreshed" MX)
ASY,ADPTR,J1772-TESLA,v2​	J1772 Adapter​	1067348-00-C​	Why not listed for CMX?​
ASY, BOX, CCS1 ADAPTER​	CCS1 Adapter​	1656565-00-A​	What we wanted in 2022​
WHEELS (AM Guide to Model X Wheels/Tires)
WHEEL, 20X9.0 ET35 - HELIX​	front 20" Helix wheel​	1065198-00-A​	Upgrade in 2015-2017 cars​
WHEEL, 20X9.5 ET40 - HELIX​	rear 20" Helix wheel​	1065199-00-A​	Upgrade in 2015-2017 cars​
WHEEL, 20X9.0 ET35 - SILVER SLIPSTREAM - FRONT​	front 20" silver Slipstream wheel​	1065200-00-B​	Most common CMX wheel​
WHEEL, 20X9.5 ET40 - SILVER SLIPSTREAM - REAR​	rear 20" silver Slipstream wheel​	1065201-00-C​	Most common CMX wheel​
WHEEL, 20X9.0 ET35 - GREY SLIPSTREAM- FRONT​	front 20" "Sonic Carbon"Slipstream wheel[FN]​	1065200-02-B​	$990 (special order)​
WHEEL, 20X9.5 ET40 - GREY SLIPSTREAM GREY - REAR​	rear 20" "Sonic Carbon"Slipstream Wheel[FN]​	1065204-02-B​	$990 (special order)​
WHEEL, 20X9.0 ET 35 TWO-TONE SLIPSTREAM WHEEL - FRONT​	front 20" two-tone Slipstream wheel​	7027244-01-A​	Limited availability?​
WHEEL, 20X9.5 ET 40 TWO-TONE SLIPSTREAM WHEEL - REAR​	rear 20" two-tone Slipstream wheel​	7027245-01-A​	Limited availability?​
WHEEL, 22X9.0 ET35 - SILVER TURBINE - FRONT​	front 22" silver Turbine wheel​	1065203-00-D​	​
WHEEL, 22X10.0 ET35 - SILVER TURBINE - REAR​	rear 22" silver Turbine wheel​	1065204-00-D​
WHEEL, 22X9.0 ET35 - TURBINE BLACK - FRONT​	front 22" Black Onyx Turbine wheel​	1089363-00-C​	The most popular 22" OEM CMX wheel?​
WHEEL, 22X10.0 ET35 - TURBINE BLACK - REAR​	rear 22" Black Onyx Turbine wheel​	1089366-00-C​	The most popular 22" OEM CMX wheel?​
WHEEL, 19X8.5 ET35 - CYCLONE​	19" Cyclone wheel​	1027241-00-B​	part of winter package​
LUG NUT CAP, TALL - CHROME - PC+ABS​	silver Slipstream wheel lug nut covers​	1027010-02-A​	Longer than M3/Y version​
LUG NUT CAP, TALL, BLACK​	"Sonic Carbon" Slipstream wheel lug nut covers​	1027010-00-B​	Longer than M3/Y version​
TIRES
265/35R22 102W S GOODYEAR EAGLE F1 3 TIRE​	front 22" Goodyear tire​	1027254-00-B​	for 22" Turbine wheels​
285/35R22 106W S GOODYEAR EAGLE F1 3 TIRE​	rear 22" Goodyear tire​	1027255-00-B​	for 22" Turbine wheels​
265/45R20 108V A/S CONTINENTAL CROSSCONTACT LX SPORT TIRE​	front 20" Continental tire​	1027256-00-B​	Most common CMX OEM tire​
TIRE, 275/45R20 110V XL, 20AS REAR​	rear 20" Continental tire​	1027257-00-C​	Most common CMX OEM tire​
265/35R22 102W A/S PIRELLI SCORPION ZERO PNCS TIRE​	front 22" Pirelli noise-cancelling tire​	1027259-00-B​	Used on Onyx Black 22" Turbine wheels​
285/35R22 106W A/S PIRELLI SCORPION ZERO PNCS TIRE​	rear 22" Pirelli noise-cancelling tire​	1027262-00-B​	Used on Onyx Black 22" Turbine wheels​
265/50R19 110V WINTER PIRELLI SCORPION TIRE​	19" Pirelli winter tire​	1066117-00-A​	Paired with 19" Cyclone wheel​
265/45R20 WINTER PIRELLI SCORPION TIRE [NORTH AMERICA ONLY]​	front 20" Pirelli winter tire​	1109573-00-A​
275/45R20 110V WINTER PIRELLI SCORPION TIRE​	rear 20" Pirelli winter tire​	1066117-02-A​
255/45R20 105Y MICHELIN LS3 TIRE​	front 20" Michelin tire​	1065209-00-A​
275/45R20 110Y S MICHELIN LS3 TIRE​	rear 20" Michelin tire​	1065210-00-A​
TPMS SENSORS
TPMS, WHEEL SENSOR, SILVER, 433 MHZ​	TPMS for silver wheels​	1034602-00-C​	TPMS+silver cover+grey cap​
TPMS NUT, SILVER, CONTI​	Valve Stem Cover for silver wheels​	1038973-00-A​
TPMS, WHEEL SENSOR, 433 MHZ BLACK VALVE STEM WITH BLACK CAP (SOFT CAP)​	TPMS for black/grey wheels​	1074812-00-B​	TPMS w/black cover & cap​
NUT - BLACK VALVE -TESLA TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SENSOR​	Valve Stem Cover for black/grey wheels​	1518499-01-A​	Turns silver TPMS to dark TPMS​
TRAILER HITCH RECEIVER ASSEMBLY
TRAILER HITCH - NA​	inside-the-bumper hitch assembly​	1027581-00-G​	EXTERIOR FITTINGS area​
TRAILER HITCH - NA​	inside-the-bumper hitch assembly​	1027581-00-H​	EXTERIOR FITTINGS area​
TRAILER HITCH ADAPTER - NA​	removable trailer hitch receiver adapter​	1027582-00-B​	EXTERIOR FITTINGS area​
TRAILER HITCH ADAPTER STORAGE BAG - NA​	trailer hitch storage bag​	1482424-00-A​	EXTERIOR FITTINGS area​
ASY,HARN,TRAILER BRAKE ECU ADAPTER​	trailer brake wire harness​	1072586-00-A​	EXTERIOR FITTINGS area​
COVER, TOW HITCH, MX​	old style(?) trailer hitch bumper cover​	1058357-99-B​	BODY>Bumper-Fascia area​
COVER, TOW HITCH, MX​	new style(?) trailer hitch bumper cover​	1058357-00-D​	BODY>Bumper-Fascia area​
MISCELLANEOUS
MX FR TOW HOOK COVER​	black nylon oddly-shaped cover that gets lost​	1057056-00-D​	~$11; beware of scalpers​

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[FN] I assume that the "grey" wheels must be "Sonic Carbon" wheels. Unconfirmed but likely. If the $990 price tag (per wheel) gives you pause, check out the article on making Sonic Carbon wheels on a budget.

How to Access the Tesla Parts Catalog​

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To get into the Tesla Parts Catalog (← handy link) you need to sign in (with your Tesla Account ID and password). Once in, select the “Catalogs” quick link.

Select your “Country/Region” (e.g., United States”) and “SAVE.”

At this point you can:

1. fill out an application form for ordering parts,
2. search for applicable recalls (after entering your VIN),
3. search for parts by name across the whole database (can be frustrating if you cannot guess what Tesla calls the part you want), or...perhaps most helpful
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4. select “Catalogs” (again), then
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   - “Tesla Vehicles,”
   - the "Model" you are interested in (in this case “Model X”), and
   - the specific "Catalog" (in this case “Model X Sep 2015 – Feb 2021).

Once inside the section for your vehicle, you'll see a list on the left and images and lists on the right. Most are links that will forward you to various areas. You can manually search through the different categories (e.g., “Body,” “Closure Components,” etc.) and sub-categories, or you can use the handy search (upper right) that will work with part names (if you can guess accurately) or part numbers. This takes a little practice, and it is always good to have part names or numbers beforehand. But if you type in something like "wheel," you can find both external wheels (and tires) and steering wheels. You get the picture.

Here is an example of Model X Front Seat Assembly choices. Clicking on one of the figures pulls up an actual parts list (along with the pertinent line drawing), with short ID numbers (hopefully) relating back to numbers in the diagram.

Clearly intended (first) to be used by Tesla parts and shop employees, the parts information includes:

1. A number from the Diagram
2. Usually clear, occasionally nonsensical “Part Name”
3. The (latest) "Part Number"
4. “Sales Restriction” status (e.g., “Restricted,” “Over The Counter,” etc.)
5. “Repair Quantity” (this can be helpful for small parts—tells you how many of the item is needed in the car)
6. “Order in Quantity” amount (not usually important?)

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Comments

As with some other large data bases available to the public, this online tool is not perfect.

• No prices unfortunately. (I understand, in part, why that would be so [manufacturers value the ability to change prices at the drop of a hat]. But this is still an unfortunate deficiency, imo.)
  
  
• Appears to be missing some data (as one might expect from a large database).
  
  
• Part names can be mysteriously inconsistent, even for the same part in different vehicles and model versions. This may reflect different people working on the list at different times. A team should be assigned to improve naming consistency, since users have to, at times, guess the names of the part they searching for.
  
  
• It's a little 'glitchy' to use. Not completely smooth (for example with the figures). (Maybe that is just on my PC?)
  
  
• As far as I can tell, it lacks part-by-part model-year applicability information. Part listings do not tell you what model-years they apply to (other than maybe at a gross level, like Model X 2015-2021 vs. Model X 2021-2023). In some cases, more than one part number is available with the exact same (or similar) part name. I assume this means the same parts for different car versions, but which ones? This is a major shortcoming; even more so than the lack of prices. (My old Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser parts list was excellent about this, even splitting part applicability down by the month within a year, where applicable.)
  
  
• The list does not appear to include (links to) most prior--now out-of-circulation--part numbers. Older part numbers can be very helpful to DIY-ers and others.

Despite its faults the Tesla Parts Catalog is helpful. Savvy TMC members already know to look up part numbers before communicating (in person or by App) with Tesla Service and Parts Desk employees. Although not 100% foolproof, it should usually tell you whether a part is likely to be available. If you do your homework ahead of time and carefully use this tool, don’t be surprised if you know more than the Parts Desk person about your car. (But let friendly, experienced employees educate you if they do happen to know more). Either way, be polite and use this knowledge to help streamline the service and purchasing processes.

The potential importance of using the Parts Catalog was made abundantly clear during the 2022 Models 3 & Y Charge Port Controller (ECU) issue (among many posts in various CCS1 Adapter related Threads, see this DIY Thread by @FalconFour ), wherein it was revealed that clever owners were able to order a key ECU (printed circuit board assembly for the rear Models 3/Y charge-port area) and upgrade their cars to use South Korean (Tesla) and aftermarket CCS1 adapters well before the promised Tesla hardware upgrade. Equally important, they were able to use the Parts Catalog to avoid buying certain ECU versions (from Tesla or third-party suppliers on eBay) that would not provide CCS compatibility.

For whatever reason (Retention of control?), maintenance of in-house parts lists is not always a high priority for automobile manufacturers. Toyota was generally good about it. Tesla,...is trying--let's give credit where credit is due. We should be appreciative that this list is available at all, and we should take the time to become familiar with its contents pertaining to our cars and specific issues.

Despite some drawbacks, I encourage proper use of the online Tesla Part Catalog. If Tesla management sees that owners are taking appropriate advantage of this resource and ultimately making staff’s job easier, in time everyone should benefit.

 

[aerodyne]

Don't forget to bookmark and use the service manual as well....

 

[tps5352]

Don't forget to bookmark and use the service manual as well....

Excellent suggestion. Here is a little Thread--including a link--about the online Service information available to owners. I just subscribed for one year. Although Tesla asks for a credit card, and I was initially put off, it is not a problem. First, the subscription is free. Second, according to the online Service Program fine print (which I downloaded) there is no automatic renewal. Third, Tesla already has my credit card. Duh! So what was I worried about?

Even if an owner has no intention of performing service work themselves, doing some reading about an issue before a service appointment, may be time well-worth spending.

Here are some screen-shots from the Classic (2015-2021) Model X Online Service Program pages. Already I learned something--you can(/should?) update the Gen 2 Mobile Connector!

 

[Zeeshan Javaid]

Can someone download the service manual and share ?

 

[tps5352]

Can someone download the service manual and share ?

I haven't fully explored it. But my impression is that it doesn't lend itself easily to be downloaded. (Is that true? <NOT entirely.>) Some online document pages at other websites have controls on the screen to allow the documents to be printed or downloaded as *.pdf files. (Or maybe that is built into the Firefox browser I use?) I don't believe this Tesla website does. (Correct me if I am wrong.)

If I am correct, someone could still (tediously) copy and paste contents screen-by-screen, bit-by-bit, but it would take some time and possibly invite errors.
For better technique, see posts below. You can use your browser's (e.g., Firefox) ability to print (or send to pdf) virtually any webpage displayed on a computer screen. Formatting may not be perfect, though. Lots of paper required,

Sorry. Easier to just use an online Tesla account on the device of your choosing, as Tesla intended I guess.

 

[android04]

I saved a bunch of service procedures by using the built-in Print button and printing to a PDF file.

 

[tps5352]

I saved a bunch of service procedures by using the built-in Print button and printing to a PDF file.

Thanks for that info.

I just looked again and I do not see any built-in print function within the Tesla Shop Manual webpage itself.

However, I can print (or send to a *.pdf file) using my browser's (Firefox) function. The pages will not all be formatted perfectly. Maybe that can be adjusted?

So good and bad. Yes, you can print out (to real printer or to pdf file) the Shop Manual (as you can virtually any PC screen contents), but it may not be formatted properly and it would still take a lot of time (and paper).

I am sure someone (not me--no printer) will take up the challenge.

 

[Zeeshan Javaid]

Can you plz pm me the pdf if possible ?

 

[wwu123]

I've used the online parts catalog a couple of times recently to look up / order misc parts for minor fixes - agree it's a very handy resource. The exploded parts diagrams are also fairly helpful to get a good idea of how parts in certain areas are put together and taken apart, for DIY work.

Anyone find a way to download an electric copy of an exploded parts diagram? I know I can print or print to PDF a screenshot, but at readable resolution that approach will only show a small fixed-resolution portion of the entire diagram at a time...

 

[electricar]

Thanks for that info.

I just looked again and I do not see any built-in print function within the Tesla Shop Manual webpage itself.

However, I can print (or send to a *.pdf file) using my browser's (Firefox) function. The pages will not all be formatted perfectly. Maybe that can be adjusted?

So good and bad. Yes, you can print out (to real printer or to pdf file) the Shop Manual (as you can virtually any PC screen contents), but it may not be formatted properly and it would still take a lot of time (and paper).

I am sure someone (not me--no printer) will take up the challenge.

I just print the pages that I need but find that, while the instructions get the job done, they often have many more steps than are actually required.

 

[tps5352]

Can you plz pm me the pdf if possible ?

Sorry, not feasible. Too many pages; too many sections; too much time needed.

 

[tps5352]

...Parts Catalog information has been helpful...

Despite some drawbacks...

What are some drawback? Based on some recent efforts to understand "Classic" (2012-2021) Models S & X brakes, here are some:

• I was told by a Tesla Parts Desk employee that I should enter my VIN so that the Parts Catalog would focus on parts for my car. That does not seem to be true. When I enter a VIN it is only to automatically search for applicable RECALL information.
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• Every time I enter the Parts Catalog, after signing in with my account and password,I have to identify my country (US). Not sure why I would need to do that.
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• Do not be fooled by the "Application Form for Parts Ordering Parts."
  1. It at first seemed to be for any customer. Now it appears to be only for businesses ordering (wholesale) from Tesla.
  2. Also, when you leave this area it is easy to inadvertently create an application form that you cannot delete. So now I have a permanent form, that is empty, but cannot be removed. (If you know how, please let me know.)
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• I tried a couple of times to use the Parts Catalog for other countries, but there was no content. Not sure if this is actually true, or just Tesla telling me to knock it off. If you are in a country other that the USA and can access the parts lists for your vehicles there, let us know.
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• The general Find Part search works, sometimes well.
  • But you have to play around with words, or have the exact Part Name or correct Part Number.
  • If you are fortunate and receive a list of valid Part Numbers and Part names for your Search, all you have is an list on the screen. There are no links to take you to the area or specific Part. That would be a valuable feature. Be prepared to write information down, take a snapshot with your phone, or screen-grab in whatever manner you are used to.
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• When you go back to "Catalogs," you'll have a choice of "Tesla Vehicles," Tesla Energy," and "Tesla Tooling." As discussed in the OP, only the first entry is really helpful. (Maybe the other two are placeholders to be expanded later?)
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• Model X cars are only divided into 2015-2021 and 2021-present categories. That is insufficient.
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• The Parts Catalog needs to included applicable model-years for every part. For example, it is not completely clear when parking brake calipers were phased out for the Model X.
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• The Parts Catalog needs to include lists of discontinued/superseded parts numbers.
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• It would be helpful to maintain a listing of parts shared by different models.
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• Without going into details, I found a few inconsistencies--just minor housekeeping issues.

If you have corrections of or "fixes" for any of these criticisms, please let us know.

 

[tps5352]

...I tried a couple of times to use the Parts Catalog for other countries, but there was no content. Not sure if this is actually true, or just Tesla telling me to knock it off. If you are in a country other that the USA and can access the parts lists for your vehicles there, let us know...

I can now report that I was successful in fully accessing a Tesla Parts Catalog for another country--Germany.

I tried the United Kingdom first (because it's in English). Used a VPN set to a UK address. Identified my country as the UK, when prompted. I was then able to get into the UL Parts Catalog and start looking around at parts. Then suddenly things stopped working. I speculate that the VPN server address may have been on a Tesla list of banned addresses?

I next tried Germany using a VPN German server address.

That proved more successful; I was never interrupted or stopped. While some words were in German, Part Names were in English, making it simple to get around.

By the way; I happened to look at Models S & X (2012-2021) brake parts. And I found that all the brake parts names and numbers were identical to those for the USA.