25/04/2024 08:20:05

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.

  • 2024-04-25: 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.

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. Disconnect the windshield harness electrical connectors (x3), and then release the harness clips (x4).
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    Note
    Wrap the harness around the mirror as needed.
  6. Remove the wiper arm. See Windshield Wipers and Motor - Wiper Arm (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the wiper applique. See Exterior Trim Fittings - Wiper Applique Assembly (Remove and Install).
  8. Prepare the WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit (1571168-00-A).
  9. Remove the windshield edge seals (x4).
  10. 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.
  11. Release the line from the starter tool, and wrap the line around the exterior of the windshield.
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    Note
    Verify the line sits underneath the glass and does not get caught on other components or body panels.
  12. 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.
  13. 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.
  14. 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.
  15. 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.
  16. Secure the angle driver to the electric drill.
  17. 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.
  18. Secure suction cups onto the windshield (1080599-00-A).
  19. Remove the windshield from the vehicle.
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    Recommend assistance. Have 3 others technicians aid in the removal of the windshield.
  20. Remove the old urethane from the vehicle (1080601-00-A).

Install

  1. Place the new windshield on a support stand (1054720-00-A).
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    Clean and inspect the windshield.
  2. Release the suction cups from the old windshield.
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    x2 suction cups on each side.
  3. Secure the suction cups onto the new windshield.
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    x2 suction cups on each side.
  4. Apply urethane primer to the windshield and vehicle body along the 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.
  5. Prepare the caulking gun and urethane.
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    Opening must be 8 mm wide and 14 mm tall.
  6. Apply urethane following the primer path on the windshield.
  7. Align the windshield to the body, and then apply pressure to all four corners.
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    Recommend assistance.
  8. Apply masking tape to temporarily secure the windshield to body while the urethane cures.
  9. Remove the suction cups from the windshield.
  10. Close the powered frunk.
  11. Check the gap and flush measurements.
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    Use current CVIS specification.
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    Repeat open/close hood and door steps until flushness and gaps are within specification, and then continue to the next step.
  12. 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.
  13. Open the powered frunk.
  14. Install the wiper applique. See Exterior Trim Fittings - Wiper Applique Assembly (Remove and Install).
  15. Install the wiper arm. See Windshield Wipers and Motor - Wiper Arm (Remove and Install).
  16. Connect the windshield harness electrical connectors (x3), and fasten the clips (x4).
  17. Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  18. Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  19. 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.
  20. Confirm successful CAN Redeploy.
  21. On the vehicle touchscreen, navigate to Driver Assist > Cameras > Clear Camera Calibration > Camera Input > ForwardFacing, and then tap Run to clear camera calibration.
  22. 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.
  23. Exit Service Mode. See Gateway (Unlock).
  24. Install the front header trim. See Headliner Trim - Front Header Trim (Remove and Install).
  25. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
  26. 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.