23/10/2024 06:24:03

Car Computer (Dispose)

Correction code 21151007 0.18 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.

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CAUTION
This procedure must be performed prior to scrapping a Car Computer or Media Control Unit (MCU). The Car Computer or MCU might contain personally identifying Customer data. Failure to perform this procedure can result in vulnerabilities to Customer and Tesla internal information.
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Note
The correction code for the disposal of the car computer must be added to the Service Visit as a separate activity when replacing a car computer.

Disposal Procedure (HW3.0 Car Computer)

  1. Use a trim tool to slide the SD card retaining tab over, and then use tweezers to remove the Gateway SD card from the car computer.
  2. Destroy the SD card by cutting the card in half through the center, and then cut each piece into half, resulting in 4 pieces.
  3. Remove the bolts (x4) and nuts (x4) that attach the car computer cover to the car computer body.
  4. Remove the top cover screws (x4), and then remove the top cover from the car computer.
  5. Remove the screws (x21) that attach the connectivity board and the infotainment PCBA, and then remove the connectivity board.
  6. Remove the infotainment PCBA from the car computer and flip the board over to expose the ICE CPU and eMMC chip.
  7. Use an 8mm drill bit to drill holes (x2) in the center of the CPU and eMMC and through the PCBA.
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    Place a block of wood or other buffer material under the PCBA.
  8. Release the spring clips (x4) that attach the coolant hoses to the car computer, and then remove the coolant hoses.
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    Drain excess coolant after removal of the hose.
  9. Remove the screws (x4) of the plate covering the APE board.
  10. Remove the screws (x18) that retain the APE PCBA, and then pull it out of the car computer.
  11. Flip the APE PCBA board over, and then use an 8 mm drill bit to drill holes (x4) in the APE CPUs and UFS chips.
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    Place a block of wood or other buffer material under the PCBA.
  12. Capture images of the drilled out chips, and upload the images to the MRB attachment section.
  13. Dispose of the car computer.
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    Follow local laws and regulations for waste disposal.

Disposal Procedure (HW4.0 Car Computer)

  1. Use a trim tool to slide the SD card retaining tab over, and then use tweezers to remove the Gateway SD card from the car computer.
  2. Destroy the SD card by cutting the card in half through the center, and then cut each piece into half, resulting in 4 pieces.
  3. Remove the screws (x6) that attach the front cover to the car computer, and then remove the front cover.
  4. Remove the bolts (x12) that attach the PCBA to the car computer housing, and then flip the PCBA over to expose the ICE CPU and eMMC chips.
  5. Use an 8mm drill bit to drill holes (x3) in the center of the CPU and eMMC and through the PCBA.
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    Note
    Place a block of wood or other buffer material under the PCBA.
  6. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the coolant hose fittings to the rear of the car computer.
  7. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the mounting bracket to the car computer, and then remove the mounting bracket.
  8. Release the spring clips (x2) that attach the coolant hoses to the car computer, and then remove the coolant hoses.
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    Note
    Drain excess coolant after removal of the hose.
  9. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the rear cover to the car computer, and then remove the rear cover.
  10. Remove the screws (x18) that attach the APE PCBA to the car computer, and then take the APE PCBA out of the car computer.
  11. Flip the APE PCBA board over, and then use an 8 mm drill bit to drill holes (x6) in the center of the APE CPUs and UFS chips.
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    Note
    Place a block of wood or other buffer material under the PCBA.
  12. Capture images of the drilled out chips, and upload the images to the MRB attachment section.
  13. Dispose of the car computer.
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    Note
    Follow local laws and regulations for waste disposal.