2024-05-31

Camera - Forward Facing (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1723020012 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

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Warning
The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
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Warning
Whenever a camera has been moved out of its original position (for example, a camera or windshield replacement), camera calibration data must be cleared using the vehicle touchscreen: Controls > Service > Camera Calibration > Clear Calibration.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Camera - Forward Facing (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screws (x4) that attach the mount plate to the forward facing camera and the windshield bracket
1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T10 bit
 Replace

Remove

  1. Remove the lower camera cover. See Camera Cover - Lower (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the rear view mirror. See Mirror - Rear View (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the upper camera cover. See Camera Cover - Upper (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    No need to remove the interior camera from the upper camera cover.
  4. Remove the rear view mirror glare shield. See Hood - Camera (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove and discard the screws (x4) that attach the mount plate to the forward facing camera and the windshield bracket, and then remove the mount plate from the vehicle.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
  6. Disconnect the electrical harness from the forward facing camera connectors, and then remove the forward facing camera from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Clean the inner windshield camera viewing area with a clean microfiber cloth and glass cleaner. Let the windshield fully dry before continuing.
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    CAUTION
    Verify that the windshield has no stains or leftover residue. Otherwise, Autopilot features may be hindered.
  2. Install the forward facing camera to the windshield bracket, and then connect the electrical harness to the forward facing camera connectors.
  3. Install the mount plate to the forward facing camera and the windshield bracket, and then install new screws (x4) that attach the mount plate to the camera and bracket.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
  4. Install the rear view mirror glare shield. See Hood - Camera (Remove and Replace).
  5. Install the upper camera cover. See Camera Cover - Upper (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    No need to install the interior camera to the upper camera cover.
  6. Reset the Driver Assistance System (DAS).
    1. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway Unlock.
    2. On the touchscreen Service Mode menu, touch Driver Assist > Cameras > Reset DAS.
    3. On the touchscreen Cameras diagram, confirm that the Reset DAS button is highlighted green and that all DAS components display a green status light.
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      Note
      Investigate and rectify any DAS components that display a red status light.
  7. Run the camera connection test to update the new camera's firmware.
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    Note
    DAS Cameras are not CAN modules and cannot be updated via firmware reinstall or "Part Replacement Deploy".
    1. Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
    2. Click on the Actions tab, search for "calibration mode", and then Run the DAS Enter Calibration Mode routine.
    3. Click on the Actions tab, search for "camera connection test", and then Run the routine that corresponds with the camera that was replaced (e.g. Left B-Pillar Camera Connection Test or Front Camera Connection Test).
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      Note
      The forward facing bi-camera assembly consists of two individual cameras that must be updated separately: Front Camera Connection Test and Fisheye Camera Connection Test. Make sure to update firmware on the cameras that were replaced.
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      Note
      If 2 versions of the same routine are displayed, Run the routine that contains "-SCRIPT" in the "Path" field.
    4. In the Camera Connection Test prompt, change the "Timeout" to "100", and then Run the routine.
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      Note
      This routine will update the camera's firmware and then confirm that the camera is connected.
  8. Perform the forward facing camera pitch verification. See Camera - Forward Facing (Pitch Verification) (Test/Adjust).
  9. Disconnect the laptop with Toolbox 3 from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  10. Install the rear view mirror. See Mirror - Rear View (Remove and Replace).
  11. Install the lower camera cover. See Camera Cover - Lower (Remove and Replace).
  12. Disable Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  13. Inform the customer that the vehicle needs to be driven by the customer to complete the calibration procedure.
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    Note
    Self-calibration can take up to 100 miles (160 km) of manual driving, depending upon the road type and condition. Until self-calibration is complete, the message "Autopilot Features Currently Unavailable: Manual Driving Required While Camera Is Calibrating" is displayed if an attempt is made to engage an Autopilot feature.