11/12/2024 11:50:20

Windshield - Windshield Assembly (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1020132012 FRT 1.98 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.

  • 2024-12-11: Added new caution about Pre-Installation Glass Inspection service requirements.
  • 2024-05-22: Added steps according to the latest time study.
  • 2024-04-25: Added steps for removing wiper and wiper applique.
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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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CAUTION
New glass components (windshield, roof, door, and fixed glass) must be inspected before installation to meet Tesla’s internal standards of quality. Perform the inspection described in Pre-Installation Glass Inspection before beginning this procedure.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Open the RH front door and lower the RH front window.
  3. Open the powered frunk.
  4. Remove the front header trim. See Headliner Trim - Front Header Trim (Remove and Install).
  5. Pivot LH visor to side. Repeat this step for the RH visor.
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    Pivot down then release magnet to pivot to LH side.
    Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 2. LH shown; RH similar
    Figure 3. LH shown; RH similar
  6. Remove the rearview mirror beauty cover. See Rearview Mirror - Beauty Cover (Remove and Install).
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    Note
    It is not necessary to remove the interior camera from the cover.
  7. Disconnect GNSS antenna.
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    1x connector, Release locking tab.
  8. Remove glare shield from windshield bracket.
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    2x securing tabs
  9. Remove forward facing camera assembly from windshield bracket.
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    4x screws, T10, 1 Nm.
  10. Remove windshield harness.
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    3x connectors, 4x clips, 1x bracket, 2x bracket clips.
  11. Remove the wiper arm. See Windshield Wipers and Motor - Wiper Arm (Remove and Install).
  12. Remove the wiper applique. See Exterior Trim Fittings - Wiper Applique Assembly (Remove and Install).
  13. Remove the windshield edge seals (x4).
  14. Set up equalizer glass removal tool.
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    Apply tape 5 inches from blade edge.
  15. Release datums from windshield.
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    2x datums, Insert blade between urethane and glass, Insert blade about 5 inches.
  16. Prepare T-handle glass removal kit.
  17. Secure start of wire to starter tool and push tool through urethane at LH upper side of windshield.
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    Located above VIN plate, Pierce tool between urethane and glass.
  18. Secure T-handle to end of wire.
  19. Use T-handle glass removal kit to cut urethane securing top of windshield to body.
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    Make sure to cut between urethane and glass, Avoid damaging body and VIN plate, Glass removed in picture for reference only.
  20. Remove T-handle glass removal kit.
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    Remove one handle,then pull wire through windshield.
  21. Prepare WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit.
  22. Secure the start of line to starter tool, and then push tool through the urethane at the lower LH side of the windshield.
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    CAUTION
    Use the guard to prevent damage to the dash pad.
  23. Release the line from the starter tool, and wrap the line around the exterior of the windshield.
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    Verify the line sits underneath the glass and does not get caught on other components or body panels.
  24. Secure the end of the line to starter tool and push the tool through the urethane at the lower LH side of the windshield.
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    CAUTION
    Use guard to prevent damage to the dash pad.
  25. Attach the anchor point (1571168-00-A) to the interior of the windshield, and then secure the end of the line.
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    Attach the line to the anchor once fully wrapped around the windshield. Place the anchor near the starting point of the handle tool.
  26. Secure the start of line to the spider cutting tool (1571168-00-A).
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    Follow the instructions on the spider tool.
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    CAUTION
    Feed the line through the opening of the tool and tie a knot to secure in place. If the spindle is not turned in indicated direction, then the tool will be damaged.
  27. Secure the spider cutting tool (1571168-00-A) to the interior side of the windshield.
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    Note the orientation of the cutting line Make sure the line wraps over the large pulley and holds at a 90 degree angle.
  28. Secure the angle driver to the electric drill.
  29. Use the WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit (1571168-00-A) to cut the urethane that attaches the windshield to the body.
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    CAUTION
    Avoid damaging the body and the VIN plate.
  30. Secure suction cups onto the windshield (1080599-00-A).
  31. Remove the windshield from the vehicle.
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    Recommend assistance. Have 3 others technicians aid in the removal of the windshield.
  32. Remove the old urethane from the vehicle (1080601-00-A).
  33. Disconnect windshield heater harness.
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    1x connector, Partially release LH upper A-pillar trim for access.

Install

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CAUTION
Use soft materials to protect the windshield and to prevent scratching. Verify that the rubber strip completely separates the windshield from the metal components of the body.
  1. Clean the windshield as needed. Take special caution to the forward-facing camera area to ensure a clear view of the forward-facing camera. See Clean Forward Camera View (Precision Cleaning of Inboard Glass).
  2. Place the new windshield on a support stand (1054720-00-A).
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    Clean and inspect the windshield.
  3. Release the suction cups from the old windshield.
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    x2 suction cups on each side.
  4. Secure the suction cups onto the new windshield.
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    x2 suction cups on each side.
  5. Apply urethane primer to windshield and vehicle body along old urethane path.
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    Make sure to add primer over any areas that were scratched during windshield removal, Allow primer to dry for 2 minutes before applying urethane.
  6. Prepare the caulking gun and urethane.
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    Opening must be 8 mm wide and 14 mm tall.
  7. Apply urethane following primer path on windshield.
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    4x tubes of urethane, Use IPA to merge urethane overlap.
  8. Align the windshield to the body, and then apply pressure to all four corners.
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    Recommend assistance.
  9. Apply masking tape to temporarily secure the windshield to body while the urethane cures.
  10. Remove the suction cups from the windshield.
  11. Close the powered frunk.
  12. Check gap and flush on windshield.
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    Refer to CVIS for current gap/flush measurements, Open and close frunk as needed.
  13. Perform wiper motor homing.
    1. Press the wiper button on the steering wheel.
    2. Select speed level 3.
    3. Wait 5 seconds.
    4. Turn the wiper off via the touchscreen.
  14. Open the powered frunk.
  15. Install the wiper applique. See Exterior Trim Fittings - Wiper Applique Assembly (Remove and Install).
  16. Install the wiper arm. See Windshield Wipers and Motor - Wiper Arm (Remove and Install).
  17. Connect windshield heater harness.
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    1x connector, Partially release LH upper A-pillar trim for access.
  18. Install windshield harness.
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    3x connectors, 4x clips, 1x bracket, 2x bracket clips.
  19. Secure forward facing camera assembly onto windshield bracket.
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    4x patch screws, T10, 1 Nm.
  20. Install glare shield onto windshield bracket.
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    2x clips.
  21. Connect GNSS antenna.
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    1x connector, Engage locking tab.
  22. Install the rearview mirror beauty cover, but do not install the front overhead console yet. See Rearview Mirror - Beauty Cover (Remove and Install).
  23. Install rearview mirror. See Rearview Mirror - Rear View Miror (Remove and Install).
  24. Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  25. Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  26. On the vehicle touchscreen, navigate to Controls > Service Mode > Software Reinstall, and then tap the Reinstall button at the "Software Reinstall" dialogue box.
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    Reinstall will begin immediately. Once software redeploy is complete, verify the release notes are present.
  27. Confirm successful CAN Redeploy.
  28. On the vehicle touchscreen, navigate to Driver Assist > Cameras > Clear Camera Calibration > Camera Input > ForwardFacing, and then tap Run to clear camera calibration.
  29. On the vehicle touchscreen, navigate to Service Mode Plus > Driver Assist > Cameras > Clear Camera Calibration, and then tap Run to clear front bi-camera calibration.
  30. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  31. Install the front overhead console. See Front Overhead Console Assembly (Remove and Install).
  32. Move LH and RH visor to original position.
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    Pivot inwards until magnet secures visor then pivot upwards.
  33. Install the front header trim. See Headliner Trim - Front Header Trim (Remove and Install).
  34. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
  35. Perform a test drive.
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    Perform a validation test drive after repair. Confirm DAS completes calibration successfully. If unsuccessful, perform pitch verification and adjustment. Correction code 17230600. Add correction code 00040100 as needed.