03/09/2024 15:17:50

Steering Column and Wheel - Steering Wheel Harness (Remove and Install)

Correction code 3205111031 3205111032 FRT 0.42 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.

  • 2024-09-03: Removed front rack calibration UI steps.
  • 2024-06-11: Added steps to perform front steering rack calibration.
  • 2024-04-18: Added link to perform Handwheel calibration that includes video.
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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.

Remove

  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. Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
  4. Remove the driver airbag. See Front Air Bags - Driver Airbag Assembly (Remove and Install).
  5. Remove the steering wheel. See Steering Column and Wheel - Steering Wheel Pur Heated (Remove and Install).
  6. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the steering wheel horn plate assembly to the steering wheel, disconnect the spade connector, and then remove the plate from the steering wheel assembly.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
  7. Remove the upper shroud from the steering wheel. See Steering Column and Wheel - Shroud Upper - Steering Wheel.
  8. Remove the LH steering wheel switch. See Steering Column and Wheel - Steering Wheel Switch - LH (Remove and Install).
  9. Remove the RH steering wheel switch. See Steering Column and Wheel - Steering Wheel Switch - RH (Remove and Install).
  10. Disconnect the steering wheel heater connectors (x2), remove the screw that attaches the steering wheel harness to the steering wheel assembly, and then release the harness from the grooves to remove it from the assembly.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T8 bit

Install

  1. Position the steering wheel harness into the steering wheel assembly, secure the harness into the grooves, and then install the screw that attaches the harness to the steering wheel assembly.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T8 bit
  2. Connect the steering wheel heater electrical connectors (x2).
  3. Install the RH steering wheel switch. See Steering Column and Wheel - Steering Wheel Switch - RH (Remove and Install).
  4. Install the LH steering wheel switch. See Steering Column and Wheel - Steering Wheel Switch - LH (Remove and Install).
  5. Install the upper shroud from the steering wheel. See Steering Column and Wheel - Shroud Upper - Steering Wheel.
  6. Position the steering wheel horn plate assembly to the steering wheel, connect the spade connector, and then install the bolts (x4) that attach the plate to the steering wheel assembly.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
  7. Install the steering wheel. See Steering Column and Wheel - Steering Wheel Pur Heated (Remove and Install).
  8. Install the driver airbag. See Front Air Bags - Driver Airbag Assembly (Remove and Install).
  9. Reconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
  10. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
  11. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  12. Perform Handwheel calibration. See Set Handwheel Zero.
  13. Disconnect Toolbox and remove the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  14. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  15. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.