03/02/2020 19:01:40

Ball Neck - Trailer Hitch (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 12302302 0.12 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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Remove

  1. Remove the key hole cover from the ball neck.
  2. Insert the key into the locking cylinder and turn the key to align with the Unlock icon.
  3. While firmly holding the bottom of the ball neck (to prevent it from dropping to the ground), pull the locking cylinder out approximately 0.5 cm, and turn it clockwise until the Lock icon shifts to the top. At this point, the locking cylinder is unlocked in the "open" position and the ball neck drops out of the trailer hitch housing.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    Warning
    Be careful when turning the locking cylinder. If it does not lock into the "open" position, it automatically retracts into its original "closed" position and can pinch your fingers.
  4. Remove the ball neck from the vehicle, and then remove the key from the locking cylinder.

Install

  1. Insert the key into the locking cylinder and turn the key to align with the Unlock icon.
  2. Pull the locking cylinder out approximately 0.5 cm, and turn it clockwise until the Lock icon shifts to the top. At this point, the locking cylinder is unlocked in the "open" position.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    Warning
    Be careful when turning the locking cylinder. If it does not lock into the "open" position, it automatically retracts into its original "closed" position and can pinch your fingers.
  3. Firmly grasp the ball neck from the bottom and align the top with the corresponding notches in the trailer hitch housing.
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    Note
    Do not grasp the locking cylinder because it needs to rotate freely.
  4. Push the ball neck into the trailer hitch housing until the locking cylinder quickly rotates counter-clockwise and automatically locks into the "closed" position.
  5. Turn the key so the arrows align with the Lock icon on the locking cylinder, and then remove the key.
  6. Pull down on the ball neck to confirm that it is locked into place.
  7. Insert the key hole cover onto the ball neck.