Super Cowl Assembly (Remove and Replace)
Correction code
1405010182
3.36
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.
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Open the RH front door and lower the RH front window.
- Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power (Modify).
- Remove the front header trim. See Headliner Trim - Front Header Trim (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH upper A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
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Remove LH IP quarter panel
Note3x clips, 5x tabs, 2x datums
- Remove the LH A-pillar forward trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Forward Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the RH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the RH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the RH upper A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the RH A-pillar forward trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Forward Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
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Remove RH IP quarter panel
Note3x clips, 3x tabs, 2x datums
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Pivot LH and RH visors to sides.
NotePivot down then release magnet to pivot to LH side
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Remove PRND + Hazard switch
assembly
Note1x connector, 2x clips, Pull straight down to release, Do not allow assembly to hang from harness, Revision G will be required for retrofit
- Remove the rear view mirror. See Rearview Mirror - Rear View Miror (Remove and Install).
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Remove rearview mirror beauty
cover
Note1x harness clip, 3x connectors, 4x clips, Release locking tab
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Disconnect GNSS antenna
Note1x connector, Release locking tab
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Remove glare shield from windshield
bracket
Note2x securing tabs
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Remove forward facing camera assembly
from windshield bracket
Note4x screws, T10, 1 Nm
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Remove windshield harness
Note3x connectors, 4x clips, 1x bracket, 2x bracket clips
- Remove the footwell cover. See Dash Support Frame - Footwell Cover (Remove and Install)
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Remove Mid IP panel
Note19x clips
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Remove lower IP panel
Note4x patch bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm, 4x screws, T20, 2 Nm, 15x panel clips, 1x push clip, 4x connectors, Discard patch bolts after removal, Release connector locking tabs, Avoid tearing blue tape holding harness slack at RH side of lower IP panel, Tape must be in place to protect harness from contact with glove compartment mechanism
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Remove RH EPP clip
Note1x clip, Pull back for access to car computer
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Disconnect glovebox USB connector
Note1x connector, Release locking tab
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Remove glovebox
Note1x connectors, 1x clip, 5x screws, T20, 2 Nm, 2x datums
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Remove IP defrost panel
Note25x clips, 5x datums, 1x connector, 2x harness clips, Disconnect speaker connector from car computer, Release clips, Lift rear of IP defrost panel, Slide datums out of supercowl, Recommend assistance
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Remove wiper nut cover
Note1x cap
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Release washer fluid hose
connection
Note1x hose elbow, Gently pry upwards to release
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Remove wiper arm nut
Note1x nut, 18mm, 45 Nm, Do not use power tools on nut
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Remove wiper arm
NoteGently lift and rock arm fore and aft, Ensure washer hose connection does not get pinched, Do not pry against windshield applique or glass
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Remove wiper applique
Note2x clips
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Remove windshield edge seals
Note4x seals
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Set up equalizer glass removal tool
NoteApply tape 5 inches from blade edge
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Release datums from windshield
Note2x datums, Insert blade between urethane and glass, Insert blade about 5 inches
- Prepare T-handle glass removal kit
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Secure start of wire to starter tool and
push tool through urethane at LH upper side of windshield
NoteLocated above VIN plate, Pierce tool between urethane and glass
- Secure T-handle to end of wire
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Use T-handle glass removal kit to cut
urethane securing top of windshield to body
NoteMake sure to cut between urethane and glass, Avoid damaging body and VIN plate, Glass removed in picture for reference only
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Remove T-handle glass removal kit
NoteRemove one handle,then pull wire through windshield
- Prepare WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit
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Secure start of line to starter tool and
push tool through urethane at lower LH side of windshield
NotePierce tool between urethane and glass, Use guard to prevent damage to dash pad
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Release line from starter tool and wrap
line around exterior of windshield
NoteVerify line sits between urethane and glass and does not get caught on other components or body panels
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Secure end of line to starter tool and
push tool through urethane at lower LH side of windshield
NotePierce tool between urethane and glass, Use guard to prevent damage to dash pad
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Attach anchor point to interior of
windshield and secure end of line
NoteAttach line to anchor once fully wrapped around windshield, Place anchor near starting point of the handle tool
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Secure start of line to spider cutting
tool
NoteFollow instructions on spider tool, Feed line through opening of tool and tie a knot to secure in place, If spindle is not turned in indicated direction then tool will be damaged
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Secure spider cutting tool to interior
side of windshield
NoteNote orientation of cutting line, Make sure line wraps over large pulley and holds at a 90 degree angle
- Secure angle driver to electric drill
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Use WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit to
cut urethane securing windshield to body
NoteMake sure to cut between urethane and glass, Avoid damaging body and VIN plate
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Secure suction cups onto
windshield
Note2x suction cups each side
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Remove windshield from vehicle
NoteRecommend assistance, Have 3 others aid in removal of windshield
- Remove old urethane from vehicle
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Clean urethane path on vehicle
NoteAllow 1 minute dry time, Perform before applying primer
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Disconnect windshield heater
harness
Note1x connector, Partially release LH upper A-pillar trim for access
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Remove fasteners securing super cowl
assembly
Note2x bolts, 13mm, 15 Nm, 12x bolts, EP14, 18 Nm, 2x bolts, T30, 2 Nm, 1x stud, E5, 6 Nm, Cut urethane if still present
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Remove super cowl assembly
NoteLift upwards from front then pull away to clear datum
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Install super cowl assembly
NoteLift upwards from front then pivot to engage datum
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Install fasteners securing super cowl
assembly
Note2x bolts, 13mm, 15 Nm, 12x bolts, EP14, 18 Nm, 2x bolts, T30, 2 Nm, 1x stud, E5, 6 Nm
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Place new windshield on support
stand
NoteClean and inspect as needed
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Release suction cups from old
windshield
Note2x suction cups each side
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Secure suction cups onto new
windshield
Note2x suction cups each side
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Clean urethane path on windshield
NoteAllow 1 minute dry time, Perform before applying primer
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Apply urethane primer to windshield and
vehicle body along old urethane path
NoteMake sure to add primer over any areas that were scratched during windshield removal, Allow primer to dry for 2 minutes before applying urethane
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Prepare caulking gun and urethane
NoteOpening must be 8mm wide and 14mm tall
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Apply urethane following primer path on
windshield
Note4x tubes of urethane, Use IPA to merge urethane overlap
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Position windshield onto vehicle
NoteRecommend assistance, Apply pressure to all four corners as needed
- Apply tape to secure windshield onto body while urethane cures
- Remove suction cups from windshield
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Check gap and flush on windshield
NoteRefer to CVIS for current gap/flush measurements: https://quality.prd2.dt.teslamotors.com/, Open and close frunk as needed
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Install wiper applique
Note2x clips, Replace any damaged clips
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Install IP defrost panel
Note25x clips, 5x datums, 1x connector, 2x harness clip, Align datums and clips then secure IP defrost panel
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Install glovebox
Note1x connectors, 1x clip, 5x screws, T20, 2 Nm, 2x datums, Align datums to prevent gear from damaging harness
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Connect glovebox USB connector
Note1x connector, Engage locking tab
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Instal RH EPP clip
Note1x clip
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Install IP lower panel
Note4x patch bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm, 4x screws, T20, 2 Nm, 15x panel clips, 1x push clip, 4x connectors, Install new patch bolts, Engage connector locking tabs, Avoid tearing blue tape holding harness slack at RH side of lower IP panel, Tape must be in place to protect harness from contact with glove compartment mechanism, Replace blue tape if damaged
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Install Mid IP panel
Note19x clips, Replace any missing or damaged clips
- Install the footwell cover. See Dash Support Frame - Footwell Cover (Remove and Install).
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Connect windshield heater harness
Note1x connector, Partially release LH upper A-pillar trim for access
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Install windshield harness
Note3x connectors, 4x clips, 1x bracket, 2x bracket clips
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Secure forward facing camera assembly
onto windshield bracket
Note4x patch screws, T10, 1 Nm
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Install glare shield onto windshield
bracket
Note2x clips
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Connect GNSS antenna
Note1x connector, Engage locking tab
- Install the rear view mirror beauty cover. See Rearview Mirror - Beauty Cover (Remove and Install).
- Install the rear view mirror. See Rearview Mirror - Rear View Miror (Remove and Install).
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Install PRND + Hazard switch
assembly
Note1x connector, 2x clips, Replace any missing or damaged clips, Push firmly into place to secure, Revision G will be required for retrofit
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Move LH and RH visors to original
positions
NotePivot inwards until magnet secures visor then pivot upwards
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Install RH IP quarter panel
Note3x clips, 3x tabs, 2x datums
- Install the RH A-pillar forward trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Forward Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the RH upper A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the RH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH A-pillar forward trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Forward Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
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Install LH IP quarter panel
Note3x clips, 5x tabs, 2x datums
- Install the LH upper A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the front header trim. See Headliner Trim - Front Header Trim (Remove and Install).
- Reconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power (Modify).
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
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Reinstall firmware via UI
NoteVia Controls > Service Mode > Software Reinstall, Select Reinstall button at Software Reinstall dialogue box, Reinstall will begin immediately, Once firmware redeploy is complete, Verify release notes are present via UI
- Confirm successful CAN Redeploy
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Clear Front Bi Camera Calibration
NoteService Mode Plus > Driver Assist > Cameras> Clear Camera Calibration > Run
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Perform wiper motor homing
NotePress wiper button on steering wheel > Select speed III via UI > Wait 5 seconds > Turn wiper off via UI
- Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Install the wiper arm. See Windshield Wipers and Motor - Wiper Arm (Remove and Install).
- Raise the RH front window and close the RH front door.
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
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Perform test drive
NotePerform a validation test drive after repairConfirm DAS completes calibration successfully, if unsuccessful perform pitch verification and adjustment - Correction code 17230600Add correction code 00040100 as needed