10/01/2025 04:25:14

Cover - Lower Spoke - Steering Wheel (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3205010022 FRT 0.30 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.

  • 2025-01-10: Added instructions for updated steering wheel design.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Cover - Lower Spoke - Steering Wheel (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Airbag bracket bolts (x4) at the steering wheel
3.7 Nm (2.7 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
  • Torx T30 socket
  • 4 in extension
Reuse
Screws (x2) that attach the lower spoke cover to the front of the steering wheel
1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
  • Torx T8 bit
  • 4 in extension
Reuse
Screws (x3) that attach the lower spoke cover to the bottom of the steering wheel
1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
  • Torx T8 bit
  • 4 in extension
Reuse
Bolts (x4) that attach the lower spoke cover to the back of the steering wheel
3.7 Nm (2.7 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
  • Torx T20 socket
Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  2. Disconnect the LV power. See LV Battery - Li-lon (Disconnect and Connect).
  3. Remove the driver airbag. See Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the steering wheel. See Steering Wheel (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the airbag bracket bolts (x4) from the steering wheel and collect the springs (x4) underneath the bolts, and then disconnect the connector.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    There is a spring under each of the 4 bolts; take care and do not lose them.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T30 socket
    • 4 in extension
  6. Remove the screws (x2) that attach the lower spoke cover to the front of the steering wheel.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T8 bit
    • 4 in extension
  7. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the lower spoke cover to the back of the steering wheel.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T20 socket
  8. Remove the screw cover plate from the lower spoke cover.
  9. Remove the screws (x3) from the lower spoke cover.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T8 bit
    • 4 in extension
  10. Remove the harness from the lower spoke cover harness bracket.
  11. Remove the lower spoke cover from the steering wheel.

Install

  1. Position the lower spoke cover to the steering wheel, and then install the locator clips (x2) that attach the lower spoke cover to the steering wheel.
  2. Install the screws (x3) to the lower spoke cover.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T8 bit
    • 4 in extension
  3. Install the screw cover plate to the lower spoke cover.
  4. Install the harness to the lower spoke cover harness bracket.
  5. Install the bolts (x4) that attach the lower spoke cover to the back of the steering wheel.
    3.7 Nm (2.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T20 socket
  6. Install the screws (x2) that attach the lower spoke cover to the front of the steering wheel.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T8 bit
    • 4 in extension
  7. Install the airbag bracket bolts (x4) to the steering wheel, and then connect the connector.
    3.7 Nm (2.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Before installing the bolts, place the springs on the steering wheel bracket.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 1/4in Dr Ratchet
    • Torx T30 socket
    • 4 in extension
  8. Install the steering wheel. See Steering Wheel (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the driver airbag. See Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  10. Connect the LV power. See LV Battery - Li-lon (Disconnect and Connect).
  11. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).