08/10/2024 17:34:19

Module - Body Controller - RH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17152202 1.08 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.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Module - Body Controller - RH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nuts (x2) that attach the RH side carpet locator bracket to the vehicle
2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • ¼ in std ratchet
  • 2 in extension
Reuse
Nuts that attach the electrical wiring to the RH body controller module
  • 10 mm deep socket
  • ¼ in std ratchet
  • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
  • 2 in extension
Replace
Nut that attaches the DCDC positive cable from the RH body controller module
8.5 Nm (6.3 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm 12-point deep socket
  • ¼ in std ratchet
  • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
  • 2 in extension
Nut that attaches the RH body controller module to the body
  • 10 mm socket
  • ¼ in std ratchet
  • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
  • 2 in extension
Replace

Remove

  1. On the touchscreen, power off the climate control system, and wait at least 30 seconds for the climate control system to completely shut down.
  2. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not proceed until the climate control system has been powered off for at least 30 seconds. Do not disconnect 12V power while the climate control system is operational.
  4. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  5. Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the LH air wave end cap. See End Cap - Air Wave - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the RH side of the vehicle.
  8. Remove the main instrument panel decor trim. See Decor Trim - Instrument Panel - Main (Remove and Replace).
  9. Remove the RH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Remove the RH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  11. Remove the passenger footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Passenger (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  12. Remove the front passenger knee airbag. See Airbag - Knee - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace).
  13. Remove the glove box. See Glove Box - With Knee Airbags (Non-Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace).
  14. Remove the RH front floor mat.
  15. Remove the RH center console side panel carpet. See Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
  16. Release the clips that attach the RH front carpet to the RH footwell.
  17. Fold back the RH front carpet.
  18. Remove the nuts that attach the RH side carpet locator bracket to the vehicle, and then remove the RH side carpet locator bracket from the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • 2 in extension
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    Note
    Some vehicles may be equipped with push clips instead.
  19. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the RH body controller module.
  20. Release the lock, and then disconnect the RH front door electrical connector from the RH body controller module.
  21. Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the front passenger seat electrical connector from the RH body controller module.
  22. Disconnect the instrument panel harness coaxial cable from the RH body controller module.
  23. Disconnect the instrument panel electrical connector from the RH body controller module.
  24. Disconnect the HVAC electrical connector from the RH body controller module.
  25. Disconnect the front harness connector from the RH body controller module.
  26. Release the clip that attaches the inline electrical connector to the RH body controller module, and then disconnect the electrical connector.
  27. Remove and discard the nuts that attach the electrical wiring to the RH body controller module, and remove the electrical wiring from the RH body controller module.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 2 in extension
  28. Remove the DCDC positive cables (x2) from the RH body controller module.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm 12-point deep socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 2 in extension
  29. Release the electrical harness clips (x2) from underneath the IP carrier.
  30. Release the lock, and then disconnect the body 2 electrical connector from the RH body controller module.
  31. Release the lock, and then disconnect the body 1 electrical connector from the RH body controller module.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    To avoid damage, carefully remove the body 1 electrical connector because the lock may get hung up on the IP carrier.
  32. Release the lock, and then disconnect the body 3 electrical connector from the RH body controller module.
  33. Disconnect the 3 inline electrical connectors at the RH lower A-pillar area.
  34. Release the clip that attaches the electrical harness to the RH lower A-pillar area.
  35. Release the clips that attach the RH body electrical harness to the RH body controller module.
  36. Move the RH body harness away from the RH body controller module.
  37. Release the clip that attaches the wiring harness to the RH body controller module.
  38. Remove and discard the nut that attaches the RH body controller module to the body.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 2 in extension
  39. Slide the RH body controller upwards to release the W-clip, then move the RH body controller out from underneath the instrument panel, and then remove the RH body controller from the vehicle.
  40. If the RH body controller module has a shroud installed, release the clips that attach the shroud to the module.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    A shroud should be installed on the new body controller module even if one was not present during removal.

Install

  1. Position the shroud by itself in position on the vehicle.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    A shroud should be installed on the body controller module even if one was not present during removal.
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    Note
    Position the shroud vertical and move it up above the computer, and then pivot the lower edge so that the shroud sits horizontally.
  2. Maneuver the RH body controller module into position under the IP carrier, and then install the 2 clips that attach the shroud to the module.
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    Note
    Make sure that both clips are fully seated.
  3. Align the W-clip with the body cutout, and then slide down to attach the RH body controller to the body.
  4. Install new nut that attaches the RH body controller module to the vehicle.
    Tip:
    • 10 mm socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 2 in extension
  5. Install the clip that attaches the wiring harness to the RH body controller.
  6. Move the RH body harness towards the right side of the RH body controller, and then install attach the harness clips (x4) to the RH body controller.
  7. Install the clip that attaches the RH body harness at the lower A-pillar area.
  8. Connect the wiring harnesses at the RH lower A-pillar clip.
  9. Connect the body 3 electrical connector onto the RH body controller module.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Make sure that the body 3 electrical connector lock is fully engaged.
  10. Connect the body 1 electrical connector onto the RH body controller module.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Make sure that the body 1 electrical connector lock is fully engaged.
  11. Connect the body 2 electrical connector onto the RH body controller module.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Make sure that the body 2 electrical connector lock is fully engaged.
  12. Install the harness clips (x2) onto the lower IP carrier.
  13. Install the DCDC positive cables onto the RH body controller module.
    8.5 Nm (6.3 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm 12-point deep socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
    • ¼ in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 2 in extension
  14. Install new nuts (x2) that attach the positive cables onto the RH body controller module.
  15. Connect the inline electrical connector, and then attach it to the RH body controller module.
  16. Connect the front wiring harness electrical connector onto the RH body controller module.
  17. Connect the HVAC electrical connector onto the RH body controller module.
  18. Connect the instrument panel electrical connector onto the RH body controller module.
  19. Connect the instrument panel harness coaxial cable onto the RH body controller module.
  20. Connect the front passenger seat electrical connector onto the RH body controller module.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Make sure that the front passenger seat electrical connector lock is fully engaged.
  21. Connect the RH front door electrical connector onto the RH body controller module.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Make sure that the RH front door electrical connector lock is fully engaged.
  22. Connect the RH front door wiring connectors onto the RH body controller module.
  23. Install the nuts that attach the RH carpet locator bracket onto the vehicle.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
  24. Fold the RH front carpet back to its original position.
  25. Install the clips that attach the RH front carpet to the footwell area.
  26. Install the RH center console side panel carpet. See Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
  27. Install the RH front floor mat.
  28. Install the glove box. See Glove Box - With Knee Airbags (Non-Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace).
  29. Install the front passenger knee airbag. See Airbag - Knee - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace).
  30. Install the passenger footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Passenger (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  31. Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  32. Install the RH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  33. Install the main instrument panel decor trim. See Decor Trim - Instrument Panel - Main (Remove and Replace).
  34. Install the RH air wave end cap. See End Cap - Air Wave - LH (Remove and Replace).
  35. Install the RH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
  36. Install the LH air wave end cap. See End Cap - Air Wave - LH (Remove and Replace).
  37. Install the LH air wave end cap. See End Cap - Air Wave - LH (Remove and Replace).
  38. Connect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not power on the climate control system until this procedure has been fully completed.
  39. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  40. Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
  41. Reinstall the vehicle firmware. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen.
  42. In Toolbox, click Actions, type "PROC_VCRIGHT" in the search field, click the Play button next to , and then select Run.
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    Note
    Perform this step with the doors closed. The windows and seats will move during this process.
  43. Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle.