For the refresh Model S, the Teslatap connector for radar detectors is a godsend. In all other cars, I always tap into the rearview mirror's dimming power supply, but I definitely did not want to mess with anything around the that area with the Tesla.
Fortunately, it's super easy to run a cable around the driver's side to the charging pad where the Teslatap plugs inline with the power for the wireless charging pad. I didn't even have to remove any of the kick panels to thread the cable between the joints. I only had to pull out the trim panel for the A pillar and popped off the wireless charging pad to run the cable. The charging pad power switching behaves very well for a radar detector and is a very comfortable power source to add any accessories.
It will be super easy to remove everything before taking the car in so the Warranty Sentries at Tesla won't have the pleasure of seeing any mods.
Thank you, Teslatap! Best $30 I have spent in a while.
Fortunately, it's super easy to run a cable around the driver's side to the charging pad where the Teslatap plugs inline with the power for the wireless charging pad. I didn't even have to remove any of the kick panels to thread the cable between the joints. I only had to pull out the trim panel for the A pillar and popped off the wireless charging pad to run the cable. The charging pad power switching behaves very well for a radar detector and is a very comfortable power source to add any accessories.
It will be super easy to remove everything before taking the car in so the Warranty Sentries at Tesla won't have the pleasure of seeing any mods.
Thank you, Teslatap! Best $30 I have spent in a while.
12V Power Tap Assembled for Tesla Model S / Model X LR / Plaid | eBay
It includes the tap, and connector shown in the photo. You should confirm any accessory you attach can handle up to 16v.
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