I have late 2017 Model X with standard audio. Interested in seeing if it is possible to install a subwoofer somehow - I removed the cover panels over where the subwoofer lies on premium audio versions (rear right) to see the set-up. It appears there are prewired connectors and a space to fit a subwoofer - see attached picture. There are three wires, each with its own different connector type - but I don't know what function each is for. Do you guys think it is possible to install a subwoofer here and connect it to these connectors for a working aftermarket subwoofer? Additional thoughts?
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Subwoofer install on standard audio package?
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STOP! WHAAAAAAAAAA??????
If it's really pre-wired it could be a game changer. The question is: is it plug-and-play!?!
I looked on EPC and here are the parts for sub and amp
I'm going to email my local parts department and service advisor (they're both amazing) to get their thoughts.
I'll keep you guys posted!
Jose
If it's really pre-wired it could be a game changer. The question is: is it plug-and-play!?!
I looked on EPC and here are the parts for sub and amp
| AUDIO, AMPLIFIER, EXTERNAL, PREMIUM AUDIO,SPEAKER,ASSEMBLY,SUBWOOFER, MX | 1004833-10-A 1050085-00-E |
I'm going to email my local parts department and service advisor (they're both amazing) to get their thoughts.
I'll keep you guys posted!
Jose
i would not suggest blindly hooking up wires to power sources
Hi guys, well, I'm afraid I don't have good news. Here's the scoop.
I reached out to my SC with the idea and asked if they knew this could be done. They said they didn't but were happy to order the parts and try. They quoted the following:
I dropped off the car after the parts arrived and got a call the next morning that the car is missing "several main body harnesses which connect the audio system to several modules in your vehicle. Additionally, we would not be able to configure the vehicle due to that very reason."
They were kind enough not to charge me for the labor time they spent trying. I think they were just as excited as I was about the prospect and were honestly happy to try.
A few parting thoughts:
My workaround really got close to how I like sound to surround me. Until another option comes along, I'm gonna learn to live with that.
Jose
I reached out to my SC with the idea and asked if they knew this could be done. They said they didn't but were happy to order the parts and try. They quoted the following:
- Subwoofer $85
- Amp $385
- I gave them the green light on the tweeters without getting a price but based on the other two, I'm gonna guesstimate $20 each
- Install $210
I dropped off the car after the parts arrived and got a call the next morning that the car is missing "several main body harnesses which connect the audio system to several modules in your vehicle. Additionally, we would not be able to configure the vehicle due to that very reason."
They were kind enough not to charge me for the labor time they spent trying. I think they were just as excited as I was about the prospect and were honestly happy to try.
A few parting thoughts:
- I was shocked at how cheap the parts are.
- No wonder Tesla purposely omitted the harnesses. If the difference between the base and premium system is about $500 worth of parts, many people would opt to go the workaround way and upgrade later rather than pay a fortune up front. But, that's a moot point now because there's only one system.
My workaround really got close to how I like sound to surround me. Until another option comes along, I'm gonna learn to live with that.
Jose
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Art VandeIay
Attractive Membrane
The thing is, thanks to the ethical good folks at Tesla, the difference between the base and premium sound system is not just hardware, it's software too...
Don't get me started on the $800 "software tow package"
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