Side and A-Pillar Harnesses - LH Side Assembly (Remove and Install)
Correction code 1710109021 1710109022 FRT 1.62 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.
- 2024-09-06: Added note and images to ensure harness is correctly routed near curtain airbag.
- 2024-05-29: Updated locking cover torque from 4 Nm to 6 Nm.
Remove
- Open all the doors and lower all the windows.
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Use a pocket screwdriver to manually
latch all the doors to prevent lockout.
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
- 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 upper A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
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Partially release the LH side lower
A-pillar primary seal.
- Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the footwell cover. See Dash Support Frame - Footwell Cover (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH center floor rail. See Passenger Compartment Carpet - Center Floor Rail - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the accelerator pedal side trim. See Passenger Compartment Carpet - Pedal - Side Trim (Remove and Install).
- Remove the accelerator pedal. See Accelerator Pedal (Remove and Install).
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Fold back the LH front cabin
carpet.
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Remove the LH carpet support
foam.
NoteLift up from the rear edge.
- 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 - A-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the mid IP panel. See Dash Panel - IP Mid Panel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the lower IP panel. See Dash Panel - Instrument Panel Lower Assembly (Remove and Install).
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Slowly loosen the bolt that secures
the locking cover to the 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 electrical connectors
(x3) to the MV controller, and then release the harness clips (x3).
NoteEach connector has two tabs, one on the top right side and one on the left lower side of the connector head. Both tabs must be pressed inwards in order for the connector head to clear the locking cover and release successfully.Tip: Press the connector locking tab by hand, and then use a pocket screwdriver to press the locking tab on the other side of the connector.
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Pull back the grommet from the LH
front door harness at the A-pillar, and then release the tabs at the top and bottom of
the electrical connector to disconnect it.
Tip: Gently pull the harness away from vehicle while disconnecting.
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Press the tab on the A-pillar door
harness connector, and then push the connector inward to release it from the body.
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Disconnect the electrical connector on
the front section of the LH side harness, and then release the clips (x9) that attach
the front section of the harness to the vehicle.
- Remove the rear header trim. See Headliner Trim - Rear Header Trim (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH cantrail trim. See Headliner Trim - Cantrail Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
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Release the clips (x7) and datum that attach the LH 2nd row shoulder cover to the
body, and then remove the cover from the vehicle.
- Remove the LH 2nd row seatback outboard bolster. See 2nd Row Seat Assemblies - 2R Seat Side Bolster LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH 2nd row seatback inboard bolster. See 2nd Row Seat Assemblies - 2R Seat Back Inboard Bolster LH (Remove and Install).
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Partially remove the LH rear primary
door seal.
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Remove the LH lower C-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - C-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
NoteAllow the trim to stay attached to the seat belt.
- Remove the LH upper C-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - C-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH C-pillar ramp bracket. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - C-Pillar Ramp Bracket - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the charge port ECU. See Charge Port - Assembly Charge Port Controller ECU Gen 4 (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH 2nd row seat back assembly. See 2nd Row Seat Assemblies - 2nd Row Seat Back Assembly - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the rear lower wall trim. See Passenger Compartment Carpet - End Item, Rear Wall Lower Trim, Soft Trim (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH C-pillar subwoofer. See Audio Speakers - 200mm, Woofer, LH, C-Pillar, Audio (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH lower B-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH upper B-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Remove the LH B-pillar applique. See Exterior Trim Fittings - B-Pillar Applique - LH (Remove and Install).
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Pull back the grommet from the LH front door harness at the B-pillar, and then
release the tabs at the top and bottom of the electrical connector to disconnect
it.
Tip: Gently pull the harness away from vehicle while disconnecting.
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Press the tab on the B-pillar door harness connector, and then push the connector
inward to release it from the body.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the LH side harness ground wire to the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Disconnect the LH side harness
electrical connectors (x4) at the B-pillar, and then release the clips (x15) that attach
the harness to the B-pillar.
NotePull the door connector and B-pillar applique through the opening.
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Release the locking tabs and
disconnect the electrical connectors (x5) at the rear section of the LH side harness,
and then release the clips (x16) that attach the rear section of the harness to the
vehicle.
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Release the connector lock and
disconnect the etherloop link electrical connector, and then release the harness clips
(x3).
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Maneuver the LH side harness as needed
to remove it from the vehicle.
Install
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Position the LH side harness into the
vehicle.
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Install the harness clips (x3) that attach the etherloop link to the vehicle, and
then connect the electrical connector and engage the connector lock.
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Secure the clips (x16) that attach the rear section of the LH side harness to the
vehicle, and then connect the electrical connectors (x5) and engage the locking
tabs.
CAUTIONMake sure the harness is routed correctly over the plastic guide near the curtain airbag fastener. Do not pinch the harness under the plastic guide.
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Install the clips (x15) that attach the LH side harness to the B-pillar, and then
connect the electrical connectors (x4).
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Install the bolt that attaches the LH side harness ground wire to the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Secure the B-pillar door harness connector to the body.
NotePush the connector body outward to engage the tabs.
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Seat the grommet onto the connector housing, and then connect the LH side harness
electrical connector at the B-pillar.
NotePerform a push-pull-push test to ensure the connector is fully engaged.
- Install the LH B-pillar applique. See Exterior Trim Fittings - B-Pillar Applique - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH B-pillar applique closeout. See Exterior Trim Fittings - Closeout - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH upper B-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH lower B-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - B-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH C-pillar subwoofer. See Audio Speakers - 200mm, Woofer, LH, C-Pillar, Audio (Remove and Install).
- Install the rear lower wall trim. See Passenger Compartment Carpet - End Item, Rear Wall Lower Trim, Soft Trim (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH 2nd row seat back assembly. See 2nd Row Seat Assemblies - 2nd Row Seat Back Assembly - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the charge port ECU. See Charge Port - Assembly Charge Port Controller ECU Gen 4 (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH C-pillar ramp bracket. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - C-Pillar Ramp Bracket - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH upper C-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - C-Pillar Upper Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH lower C-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - C-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH 2nd row seatback inboard bolster. See 2nd Row Seat Assemblies - 2R Seat Back Inboard Bolster LH (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH 2nd row seatback outboard bolster. See 2nd Row Seat Assemblies - 2R Seat Side Bolster LH (Remove and Install).
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Position the LH 2nd row shoulder cover
into the vehicle, and then fasten the clips (x7) and datum that attach the cover to the
vehicle.
- Install the LH cantrail trim. See Headliner Trim - Cantrail Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
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Install the LH rear primary door
seal.
- Install the rear header trim. See Headliner Trim - Rear Header Trim (Remove and Install).
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Install the clips (x9) that attach the front section of the LH side harness to the
vehicle, and then connect the electrical connector.
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Secure the A-pillar door harness connector to the body.
NotePush the connector body outward to engage the tabs.
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Seat the grommet onto the connector housing, and then connect the LH side harness
electrical connector at the A-pillar.
NoteMake sure connector is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test.
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Connect the electrical connectors (x3)
to the MV controller, and then secure the harness clips (x3).
NoteEach connector has two tabs, one on the top right side and one on the left lower side of the connector head. Both tabs must be pressed inwards in order for the connector head to clear the locking cover and release successfully.Tip: Press the connector locking tab by hand, and then use a pocket screwdriver to press the locking tab on the other side of the connector.
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Slowly tighten the bolt that secures
the locking cover to the MV controller, making sure that the cover is square to the
controller, and does not bind.Tip: 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 lower IP panel. See Dash Panel - Instrument Panel Lower Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Install the mid IP panel. See Dash Panel - IP Mid Panel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See A-B-C Post Interior Trim - A-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).
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Install the LH carpet support foam.
NoteSet at the rear edge of the support foam.
- Install the accelerator pedal. See Accelerator Pedal (Remove and Install).
- Install the accelerator pedal side trim. See Passenger Compartment Carpet - Pedal - Side Trim (Remove and Install).
- Install the LH center floor rail. See Passenger Compartment Carpet - Center Floor Rail - 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 Post Interior Trim - A-Pillar Lower Trim - LH (Remove and Install).
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Install the LH side lower A-pillar
primary seal.
- 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 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.
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Raise all the windows and close all the doors.