Dash, IP and Console Harnesses - Harness - Cowl (Remove and Install)
Correction code 1710029011 1710029012 FRT 0.36 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.
- 2024-09-11: Added note and link for testing and servicing Super Connectors.
- 2024-05-29: Updated locking cover torque value from 4 Nm to 6 Nm.
- 2024-05-14: Added disconnect/connect videos for MV controller.
Remove
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
- Remove the LH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Positivet Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Positivet Interior Trim - A-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the footwell cover. See Dash Support Frame - Footwell Cover (Remove and Install).
- Open the RH front door and lower the RH front window.
- Remove the RH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Positivet Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the RH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Positivet Interior Trim - A-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See .Service Mode.
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
- Remove the instrument panel mid panel assembly. See Dash Panel - IP Mid Panel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the instrument panel lower panel assembly. See Dash Panel - Instrument Panel Lower Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the glove box assembly. See Dash Panel - IP Glovebox Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the car computer drip guard. See Car Computer - Drip Guard (Remove and Install).
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Slowly loosen the bolt that secures
the upper locking cover to the RH MV controller, making sure that the cover separates
from the controller squarely, and does not bind.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 8 mm socket
NoteDo not remove locking cover. Loosen until the bolt spins freely.NoteMake sure the bolts and locking cover are fully released before attempting to release the connectors.NoteIf the cover binds, tighten the bolt until the locking cover is square again, then loosen the bolt while holding the cover square to the controller.NoteUse a power tool to loosen the bolt. -
Disconnect the cowl harness electrical
connectors (x3), release the clips (x4) that attach the cowl harness to the vehicle, and
then remove the harness from the vehicle.
NoteDepress the tabs on the connector housing to release it from the locking frame.NoteRelease the connector lock where applicable.
Install
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Position the cowl harness to the vehicle, install the clips (x4) that attach the
harness to the vehicle, and then connect the cowl harness electrical connectors
(x3).
NoteMake sure the connector housing is seated in the locking cover.NoteEngage the connector lock where applicable.
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Slowly tighten the bolt that secures
the upper locking cover to the RH MV controller, making sure that the covers are square
to the controller, and do not bind.Secure upper RH MV controller locking coverTip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 8 mm socket
NoteIf the cover binds, loosen the bolt until the locking cover is square again, then tighten the bolt while holding the cover square to the controller.Tip: While tightening the bolt, press the connector into the controller to keep it square. - Install the car computer drip guard. See Car Computer - Drip Guard (Remove and Install).
- Install the glove box assembly. See Dash Panel - IP Glovebox Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Install the instrument panel lower panel assembly. See Dash Panel - Instrument Panel Lower Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Install the instrument panel mid panel assembly. See Dash Panel - IP Mid Panel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Positivet Interior Trim - A-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the RH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Positivet Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the footwell cover. See Dash Support Frame - Footwell Cover (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Positivet Interior Trim - A-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH mid A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Positivet Interior Trim - A-Pillar Mid Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Reconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Raise the RH front window and close the RH front door.
- Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.