2025-07-03

Car Computer (Remove and Install)

Correction code 2110022021 FRT 0.54 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 2025-07-03: Added steps to fold/unfold carpet and images for anti-kick bracket.
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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. Remove the LH mid A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Install).
  4. Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Install).
  5. Remove the footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell (Remove and Install).
  6. Remove the RH mid A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the RH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Install).
  8. Open the powered frunk.
  9. Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  10. Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power (Modify).
  11. Remove the mid IP panel. See Mid Panel Assembly - Instrument Panel (Remove and Install).
  12. Remove the lower IP panel. See Lower Assembly - Instrument Panel (Remove and Install).
  13. Release the clips (x8) and datums (x4) to fold back the RH carpet.
  14. Remove the glove box. See Glovebox Assembly (Remove and Install).
  15. Release the clips (x2) that attach the car computer drip guard to the vehicle, and then remove the drip guard from the vehicle.
  16. Release the harness clips (x2) and disconnect the upper car computer electrical connectors (x4).
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    Release the locking tabs.
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    Set the electrical harness aside once disconnected from the car computer.
  17. Remove the fasteners that attach the anti-kick bracket to the vehicle, and then remove the bracket from the vehicle.
    13 Nm (9.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  18. Disconnect the lower car computer electrical connectors.
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    x9 connectors
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    Release the locking tabs.
  19. Place absorbent mats under the car computer.
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    Make sure that coolant does NOT spill onto electrical components.
  20. Release the spring clips (x2) for the car computer coolant hoses.
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    Plug the hoses upon removal.
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    Use a coolant jug to catch as much coolant as possible.
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    Tuck the hoses out of way once plugged.
  21. Remove the bolt, nuts (x3) and ground bolt that attach the car computer to the body, and then remove the car computer from the vehicle.
    13 Nm (9.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
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    Makes sure that the electrical harness is not caught during removal of the car computer.

Install

  1. Fasten the bolt, nuts (x3), and ground bolt that attach the car computer to the vehicle.
    13 Nm (9.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
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    Make sure that the electrical harness is not pinched during installation of the car computer.
  2. Connect the car computer coolant hoses.
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    x2 spring clips
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    Remove the plugs from hoses
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    Lubricate the o-rings with fresh coolant.
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    Use a coolant jug to catch any residual coolant.
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    CAUTION
    Do not force coolant fittings into place as o-rings could be damaged.
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    Perform a push-pull-push test on each hose connection.
  3. Remove the absorbent mats from under the car computer.
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    Make sure that no coolant remains in area.
  4. Connect the lower car computer electrical connectors (x9).
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    Engage the locking tabs.
  5. Position the anti-kick bracket into the vehicle, and then install the fasteners that attach the bracket to the vehicle.
    13 Nm (9.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  6. Connect the upper car computer electrical connectors (x4) and fasten the harness clips (x2).
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    Engage the locking tabs.
  7. Position the car computer drip guard into the vehicle, and then secure the clips (x2) that attach the guard to the vehicle.
  8. Reconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power (Modify).
  9. Remove the coolant bottle cap.
  10. Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  11. Select "Start Coolant Air Purge" using the touchscreen.
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    Touch time only.
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    Wait until the coolant pumps stop running (audible noise).
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    Routine "Passed" will appear, but the coolant pumps will run for 10 minutes.
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    CAUTION
    If you start next another routine during this time, it will fail.
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    CAUTION
    Make sure vehicle is not in "Drive". Putting vehicle in "Drive" will stop this routine.
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    Routine is still running despite the completed message.
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    If speeds hover at 7000 RPM, this indicates the pumps are air locked, perform a vacuum fill.
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    Continue to add coolant and purge until the coolant level reaches between the NOM and MAX Lines on the bottle.
  12. Install the glove box. See Glovebox Assembly (Remove and Install).
  13. Unfold the RH front cabin carpet into position.
  14. Install the lower IP panel. See Lower Assembly - Instrument Panel (Remove and Install).
  15. Install the mid IP panel. See Mid Panel Assembly - Instrument Panel (Remove and Install).
  16. Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Install).
  17. Install the RH mid A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Install).
  18. Install the footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell (Remove and Install).
  19. Install the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Install).
  20. Install the LH mid A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Install).
  21. Inspect coolant level and top off as necessary..
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    Make sure that the coolant fluid level is at the Max line. Top off fluid as required.
  22. Install the coolant bottle cap.
  23. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
  24. Close the powered frunk.
  25. Raise the RH front window and close the RH front door.
  26. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  27. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.