21/10/2024 05:21:09

Car Computer (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 21153302 FRT 1.38 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.

  • 2024-10-21:Added note on using self tapping bolts when installing the new car computer to the bulkhead.
  • 2024-10-16: Removed individual instructions for car computer scrapping and added cross reference to Car Computer (Dispose) topic.
  • 2024-10-09: Added instructions for scrapping.
  • 2024-09-06: Added owner authorization request and LV maintainer steps.
  1. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See .
  2. Perform the Toolbox Owner Authorization Request.
    1. Log in to https://toolbox.tesla.com/help/owner_authorization.
    2. On the left panel, click Owner Authorization Request, and then click Request Owner Authorization in the main panel.
    3. Complete and submit the form.
    4. Ask the vehicle owner to approve the authorization request that was sent to their email.
  3. Click on Dashboards > Car Computer Replacement and on the "Getting Started" page, click on Next Step.
  4. On the "Backup & Factory Reset" page, click Next Step and follow the prompts to perform a profile backup and factory reset on the car computer.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    The car computer will reboot several times during this step.
  5. Once the "Replace" page appears, the car computer can be replaced. Use the instructions in Car Computer (LHD) (Remove and Install) to perform the following:
    1. Remove the current car computer.
    2. Fasten the replacement car computer to the vehicle.
      Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
      Note
      The new car computer bracket does not have threaded holes for the bolts (x2) that attach the car computer to the bulkhead. When installing the new car computer to the bulkhead, attach new nuts (x3) and use self tapping M8 bolts (x2) to thread holes in the car computer bracket.
      20 Nm (14.7 lbs-ft)
    3. Connect all harnesses and hoses to the computer.
    4. Connect the electrical harness to the front passenger air bag.
    5. Prepare the vehicle for a Coolant Air Purge.
    6. Install the front passenger knee airbag (if equipped) and any air ducts that were removed.
    7. Install the glove box and front passenger footwell cover.
    8. Reconnect LV power. See LV Battery - Li-lon (Disconnect and Connect).
    9. Connect an LV maintainer to the vehicle, but do not disconnect the LV battery. See LV Maintainer (Connect and Disconnect) (Maintenance).
    10. Perform the Coolant Air Purge routine: TEST_VCFRONT_X_THERMAL-COOLANT-AIR-PURGESearch for routine in ToolboxCoolant Air PurgeThermal / Coolant System - Coolant Purge Starthv / Front Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Left Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Right Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Front Drive Unit Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Drive Unit Replacement - Coolant Air PurgeThermal / Actions - Coolant Purge Stop or Coolant Purge Start
  6. Reestablish the Toolbox laptop connection, and in the "Replace" page, click Next Step to go to the "Associate" page.
  7. Follow the prompts to transfer configs and associate the replacement car computer. The car computer will reboot several times.
  8. When association is complete and the VIN is confirmed online, click Next Step to go to the "Update" page.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    If necessary, Reconnect the Toolbox connection.
  9. Click Start Part Replacement OTA to deploy a software update to the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    If necessary, Reconnect the Toolbox connection.
  10. Use the vehicle touchscreen to install the software package. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen.
  11. In Toolbox, click Next Page to go to the "Restore" page, and then follow the prompts to restore the vehicle profile.
  12. Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle.
  13. Install the remaining components that were removed for access. See Car Computer (LHD) (Remove and Install).
  14. Make sure to properly dispose of the old car computer. Follow the instructions in Car Computer (Dispose) and add correction code 21151007 as a separate activity to the Service Visit.