2025-02-21

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.

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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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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.
  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
  3. Open the RH front door and lower the RH front window.
  4. Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power (Modify).
  5. Remove the front header trim. See Headliner Trim - Front Header Trim (Remove and Install).
  6. Remove the LH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  8. Remove the LH upper A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  9. Remove LH IP quarter panel
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    3x clips, 5x tabs, 2x datums
  10. Remove the LH A-pillar forward trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Forward Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  11. Remove the RH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  12. Remove the RH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  13. Remove the RH upper A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  14. Remove the RH A-pillar forward trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Forward Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  15. Remove RH IP quarter panel
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    3x clips, 3x tabs, 2x datums
  16. Pivot LH and RH visors to sides.
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    Pivot down then release magnet to pivot to LH side
    Figure 1. LH shown; RH similar
  17. Remove PRND + Hazard switch assembly
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    1x connector, 2x clips, Pull straight down to release, Do not allow assembly to hang from harness, Revision G will be required for retrofit
  18. Remove the rear view mirror. See Rearview Mirror - Rear View Miror (Remove and Install).
  19. Remove rearview mirror beauty cover
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    1x harness clip, 3x connectors, 4x clips, Release locking tab
  20. Disconnect GNSS antenna
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    1x connector, Release locking tab
  21. Remove glare shield from windshield bracket
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    2x securing tabs
  22. Remove forward facing camera assembly from windshield bracket
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    4x screws, T10, 1 Nm
  23. Remove windshield harness
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    3x connectors, 4x clips, 1x bracket, 2x bracket clips
  24. Remove the footwell cover. See Dash Support Frame - Footwell Cover (Remove and Install)
  25. Remove Mid IP panel
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    19x clips
  26. Remove lower IP panel
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    4x 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
  27. Remove RH EPP clip
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    1x clip, Pull back for access to car computer
  28. Disconnect glovebox USB connector
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    1x connector, Release locking tab
  29. Remove glovebox
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    1x connectors, 1x clip, 5x screws, T20, 2 Nm, 2x datums
  30. Remove IP defrost panel
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    25x 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
  31. Remove wiper nut cover
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    1x cap
  32. Release washer fluid hose connection
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    1x hose elbow, Gently pry upwards to release
  33. Remove wiper arm nut
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    1x nut, 18mm, 45 Nm, Do not use power tools on nut
  34. Remove wiper arm
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    Gently lift and rock arm fore and aft, Ensure washer hose connection does not get pinched, Do not pry against windshield applique or glass
  35. Remove wiper applique
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    2x clips
  36. Remove windshield edge seals
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    4x seals
  37. Set up equalizer glass removal tool
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    Apply tape 5 inches from blade edge
  38. Release datums from windshield
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    2x datums, Insert blade between urethane and glass, Insert blade about 5 inches
  39. Prepare T-handle glass removal kit
  40. 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
  41. Secure T-handle to end of wire
  42. 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
  43. Remove T-handle glass removal kit
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    Remove one handle,then pull wire through windshield
  44. Prepare WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit
  45. Secure start of line to starter tool and push tool through urethane at lower LH side of windshield
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    Pierce tool between urethane and glass, Use guard to prevent damage to dash pad
  46. Release line from starter tool and wrap line around exterior of windshield
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    Verify line sits between urethane and glass and does not get caught on other components or body panels
  47. Secure end of line to starter tool and push tool through urethane at lower LH side of windshield
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    Pierce tool between urethane and glass, Use guard to prevent damage to dash pad
  48. Attach anchor point to interior of windshield and secure end of line
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    Attach line to anchor once fully wrapped around windshield, Place anchor near starting point of the handle tool
  49. Secure start of line to spider cutting tool
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    Follow 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
  50. Secure spider cutting tool to interior side of windshield
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    Note orientation of cutting line, Make sure line wraps over large pulley and holds at a 90 degree angle
  51. Secure angle driver to electric drill
  52. Use WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit to cut urethane securing windshield to body
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    Make sure to cut between urethane and glass, Avoid damaging body and VIN plate
  53. Secure suction cups onto windshield
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    2x suction cups each side
  54. Remove windshield from vehicle
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    Recommend assistance, Have 3 others aid in removal of windshield
  55. Remove old urethane from vehicle
  56. Clean urethane path on vehicle
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    Allow 1 minute dry time, Perform before applying primer
  57. Disconnect windshield heater harness
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    1x connector, Partially release LH upper A-pillar trim for access
  58. Remove fasteners securing super cowl assembly
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    2x bolts, 13mm, 15 Nm, 12x bolts, EP14, 18 Nm, 2x bolts, T30, 2 Nm, 1x stud, E5, 6 Nm, Cut urethane if still present
  59. Remove super cowl assembly
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    Lift upwards from front then pull away to clear datum
  60. Install super cowl assembly
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    Lift upwards from front then pivot to engage datum
  61. Install fasteners securing super cowl assembly
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    2x bolts, 13mm, 15 Nm, 12x bolts, EP14, 18 Nm, 2x bolts, T30, 2 Nm, 1x stud, E5, 6 Nm
  62. Place new windshield on support stand
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    Clean and inspect as needed
  63. Release suction cups from old windshield
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    2x suction cups each side
  64. Secure suction cups onto new windshield
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    2x suction cups each side
  65. Clean urethane path on windshield
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    Allow 1 minute dry time, Perform before applying primer
  66. 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
  67. Prepare caulking gun and urethane
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    Opening must be 8mm wide and 14mm tall
  68. Apply urethane following primer path on windshield
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    4x tubes of urethane, Use IPA to merge urethane overlap
  69. Position windshield onto vehicle
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    Recommend assistance, Apply pressure to all four corners as needed
  70. Apply tape to secure windshield onto body while urethane cures
  71. Remove suction cups from windshield
  72. Check gap and flush on windshield
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    Refer to CVIS for current gap/flush measurements: https://quality.prd2.dt.teslamotors.com/, Open and close frunk as needed
  73. Install wiper applique
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    2x clips, Replace any damaged clips
  74. Install IP defrost panel
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    25x clips, 5x datums, 1x connector, 2x harness clip, Align datums and clips then secure IP defrost panel
  75. Install glovebox
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    1x connectors, 1x clip, 5x screws, T20, 2 Nm, 2x datums, Align datums to prevent gear from damaging harness
  76. Connect glovebox USB connector
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    1x connector, Engage locking tab
  77. Instal RH EPP clip
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    1x clip
  78. Install IP lower panel
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    4x 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
  79. Install Mid IP panel
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    19x clips, Replace any missing or damaged clips
  80. Install the footwell cover. See Dash Support Frame - Footwell Cover (Remove and Install).
  81. Connect windshield heater harness
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    1x connector, Partially release LH upper A-pillar trim for access
  82. Install windshield harness
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    3x connectors, 4x clips, 1x bracket, 2x bracket clips
  83. Secure forward facing camera assembly onto windshield bracket
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    4x patch screws, T10, 1 Nm
  84. Install glare shield onto windshield bracket
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    2x clips
  85. Connect GNSS antenna
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    1x connector, Engage locking tab
  86. Install the rear view mirror beauty cover. See Rearview Mirror - Beauty Cover (Remove and Install).
  87. Install the rear view mirror. See Rearview Mirror - Rear View Miror (Remove and Install).
  88. Install PRND + Hazard switch assembly
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    1x connector, 2x clips, Replace any missing or damaged clips, Push firmly into place to secure, Revision G will be required for retrofit
  89. Move LH and RH visors to original positions
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    Pivot inwards until magnet secures visor then pivot upwards
  90. Install RH IP quarter panel
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    3x clips, 3x tabs, 2x datums
  91. Install the RH A-pillar forward trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Forward Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  92. Install the RH upper A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  93. Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  94. Install the RH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  95. Install the LH A-pillar forward trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Forward Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  96. Install LH IP quarter panel
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    3x clips, 5x tabs, 2x datums
  97. Install the LH upper A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  98. Install the LH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  99. Install the LH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
  100. Install the front header trim. See Headliner Trim - Front Header Trim (Remove and Install).
  101. Reconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power (Modify).
  102. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
  103. Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  104. Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  105. Reinstall firmware via UI
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    Via 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
  106. Confirm successful CAN Redeploy
  107. Clear Front Bi Camera Calibration
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    Service Mode Plus > Driver Assist > Cameras> Clear Camera Calibration > Run
  108. Perform wiper motor homing
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    Press wiper button on steering wheel > Select speed III via UI > Wait 5 seconds > Turn wiper off via UI
  109. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  110. Install the wiper arm. See Windshield Wipers and Motor - Wiper Arm (Remove and Install).
  111. Raise the RH front window and close the RH front door.
  112. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
  113. Perform test drive
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    Perform 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