02/12/2024 15:08:07

Off Road Lightbar (Remove and Install)

Correction code 61010001 0.60 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 2024-12-02: Added caution to the RH roof applique reinstallation step to avoid pinching the lightbar harness.
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Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.
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Warning
Cybertruck electronics are powered by a 48V "mid voltage" or "MV" architecture that is designed to improve efficiency. Servicing MV components requires extra knowledge and care in order to avoid personal and/or vehicular harm. Read and understand MV precautions in Electrical Precautions and make sure any required MV-related training courses have been completed, as applicable.

Remove

  1. Open the front doors and lower the front windows.
  2. Disconnect Mid Voltage (MV) power. See Disconnect MV Power.
  3. Release the clips (x4) that attach the front end of the RH roof applique to the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Plastic Trim Tool
  4. Place the inflatable airbag under the RH roof applique, and then inflate the airbag as required to partially release the applique from the vehicle for access to the roof accessory jumper harness.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Inflatable Air Bag - 1082502-00-A
  5. Remove the RH B-pillar applique. See Exterior Trim Fittings - B-Pillar Applique - LH (Remove and Install).
  6. Release the red locking tab and then disconnect the roof accessory jumper harness (connector X0965F) from the off road lightbar harness (connector X0965M).
  7. Use felt tape to secure the roof accessory jumper harness connector to the vehicle.
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    Warning
    Tesla employees are not permitted to connect or assist with the connection of the Cybertruck off road lightbar harness to the roof accessory jumper harness connector. Only the customer or a third-party entity is permitted to complete the lightbar harness connection.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Felt Tape
  8. Install the RH B-pillar applique. See Exterior Trim Fittings - B-Pillar Applique - LH (Remove and Install).
  9. Prepare the T-handles (x2) and square wire kit as required.
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    Note
    Cut the desired length of wire and then secure the wire onto the T-handles.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Diagonal Cutters
    • Needle Nose Pliers
    • Square Wire - 1636784-00-A
    • T-Handles - 1078806-00-A
  10. With assistance, use the T-handles (x2) and square wire kit to carefully remove the off road lightbar from the windshield, and then place the lightbar onto the roof of the vehicle.
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    CAUTION
    Do not damage the windshield or the lightbar harness during removal.
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    CAUTION
    Do not cut or disconnect the off road lightbar jumper harness connection.
  11. Carefully remove all urethane from the upper exterior portion of the windshield.
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    CAUTION
    Do not damage the windshield during urethane removal.
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    Note
    Cut the urethane flush with windshield surface.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Scraper, Razor Blade - 1064740-00-A
    • WK6 BTB Winged Scraper Set - 1080601-00-A

Install

  1. Use IPA wipes to clean the upper exterior portion of the windshield.
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    Note
    Allow 1 minute of dry time.
  2. If not already installed, remove the protective cover from the blackout film tape, and then install the blackout film tape on the lightbar.
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    CAUTION
    The blackout film tape must be installed on the lightbar prior to delivering the vehicle to the customer. Only the customer or a third-party entity is permitted to remove the blackout film tape.
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    Note
    Position the lightbar on a level surface while applying the tape. Make sure the tape fully covers the front side of the lightbar.
    Figure 1. Lightbar shown removed from vehicle for clarity purposes
  3. Dry fit the off road lightbar on the windshield, and then apply masking tape along the lower portion of the lightbar to create a perimeter across the windshield. Remove the lightbar from the windshield after the tape is applied, and then place the lightbar onto the roof of the vehicle.
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    Note
    Make sure that the lightbar is properly aligned on the windshield.
  4. Apply primer to the windshield on the entire urethane path on the windshield.
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    Note
    Allow 1 minute of dry time.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 1053830-00-A - BETAPRIME 5504G
  5. Prepare the off road lightbar.
    1. Use IPA wipes to clean the entire lightbar mating surface.
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      Note
      Allow 1 minute of dry time.
    2. Apply primer to the lightbar on the entire urethane path on the lightbar.
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      Note
      Make sure that the lightbar mating surface is clean before applying primer onto the lightbar.
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      Note
      Allow 1 minute of dry time.
      Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
      • Primer, BETASEAL 43533
      Figure 2. Lightbar shown removed from vehicle for clarity purposes
    3. Install the net pads (x6) on the off road lightbar.
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      Note
      Place the net pads evenly along the center of the lightbar.
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      Note
      The net pads will aid in setting the gap between the lightbar and the windshield.
      Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
      • Net Pad, 40X8X1.5 - 1043739-00-B
      Figure 3. Lightbar shown removed from vehicle for clarity purposes
  6. Prepare the caulking gun and urethane.
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    Note
    Opening must be 5 mm wide and 6 mm tall.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Retractable Blade Knife - 1082497-00-A
    • Tool, Caulking & Adhesive Gun, M18 - 1080593-00-A
  7. Apply the urethane following the primer path on the off road lightbar.
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    Note
    Verify that the outer urethane beads are married to avoid NVH issues.
    Figure 4. Lightbar shown removed from vehicle for clarity purposes
  8. With assistance, align the upper portion of the lightbar with the upper exterior portion of the windshield, position the lightbar evenly on the windshield, and then press down on the lightbar to fully adhere the urethane onto the windshield.
  9. Use a 2 mm body gap and flush gauge to set the off road lightbar evenly across the windshield.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Body Gap and Flush Gauge (2 mm) - 1588903-00-A
  10. Apply masking tape across the off road lightbar to secure the lightbar to the windshield. Allow the urethane to fully dry.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Masking Tape - 1042541-00-A
  11. Carefully place the ballast bags (x2) evenly across the off road lightbar to aid with urethane adhesion. The ballast bags must be left in place for one hour before the vehicle can be released to the customer.
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    Note
    Make sure that the ballast bags are positioned properly and the lightbar is securely taped to the roof and windshield to prevent the lightbar from sliding down the windshield.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ballast Bag, 25 LB - 1145158-00-A
  12. After one hour has passed, carefully remove the ballast bags (x2) from the off road lightbar.
  13. Remove all masking tape from the off road lightbar and the windshield. If installed, remove the protective tape from the upper surface of the lightbar.
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    Warning
    Tesla employees are not permitted to remove the blackout film tape from the lightbar. Do not remove the blackout film tape from the front side of the lightbar.
  14. Use IPA wipes to clean the off road lightbar and the windshield as required.
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    Note
    Allow 1 minute of dry time.
  15. Route the off road lightbar harness as required to prevent pinching or rubbing when the RH roof applique is reinstalled, and then use harness tape to secure the harness to the vehicle.
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    CAUTION
    Make sure that the harness is adequately supported or restrained to prevent future damage.
  16. Deflate and remove the inflatable airbag from the RH roof applique.
  17. Install the tabs (x4) that attach the front end of the RH roof applique to the vehicle.
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    CAUTION
    Make sure that the off road lightbar harness does not pinch.
  18. Connect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
  19. Raise the front windows and close the front doors.
  20. Refer to CD-24-90-001 for Cybertruck off road lightbar harness connection instructions.
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    Warning
    Tesla employees are not permitted to connect or assist with the connection of the Cybertruck off road lightbar harness to the roof accessory jumper harness connector. Only the customer or a third-party entity is permitted to complete the lightbar harness connection.