04/09/2024 17:15:36

Windshield (Vehicles with 2nd Generation or Later Autopilot) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 10200302 1.80 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.

  • 2023-05-15: Added Pre-GCL and GCL windshield heater connector and jumper harness disconnect/connect direction.
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Note
This procedure is for windshield assemblies that have new temperature and humidity sensors preinstalled. For instructions on installing a windshield that does not have a temperature and humidity sensor preinstalled, see Windshield (Reuse Humidity and Temperature Sensor) (Remove and Replace).
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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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CAUTION
For Europe only: Only technicians who have been trained in working with diisocyanates and have completed all required certification courses are permitted to perform procedures using urethane and other products containing diisocyanates. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when working with products containing diisocyanates.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower all the windows.
  2. Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
  3. Disconnect the electrical harness from the windshield heater connector.
    1. If a windshield jumper harness is present, cut the cable tie that attaches the jumper harness connector and the windshield heater connector to the main front harness, and then disconnect the heater connector.
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      Note
      Model 3 vehicles built with an Info-Ryzen car computer are equipped with a windshield that may have a different windshield heater connector than on vehicles Pre-Info-Ryzen. Perform this step only if a windshield jumper harness is present.
      Figure 1. Windshield jumper harness connector and cable tie location
  4. Remove the driver sun visor check base. See Check Base - Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the forward facing triple camera. See Camera - Triple - Forward Facing (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the GPS antenna. See Antenna - GPS (Remove and Replace).
  7. Open the RH front door.
  8. Remove the RH mid A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Remove the RH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Remove the passenger sun visor. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  11. Remove the passenger sun visor check base. See Check Base - Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  12. Release the clips (x4) that attach the front of the headliner to the body, and then separate the headliner from the body.
  13. Release the clips (x6) that attach the windshield harness to the fastener track, and then release the harness from the track.
  14. Remove the windshield fastener track.
  15. Prepare the WRD Spider 3 glass removal kit.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • WRD Spider 3 - 1571168-00-A
  16. Secure the wire to the starter tool and push the tool through the urethane at the RH lower side of the windshield assembly.
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    CAUTION
    Use the guard to prevent damage to the dash pad while using the starter tool.
  17. Release the line from the starter tool and wrap the line around the exterior of the windshield.
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    Note
    Pull the line away from the starter tool. Make sure enough length is pulled through.
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    Note
    Verify the line sits underneath the glass
  18. Attach the anchor point to the exterior of the windshield near the starting point of the handle tool, and then secure the line to the anchor.
  19. Secure the interior side of the line to the Spider cutting tool.
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    Note
    Follow the instructions on the Spider tool. Feed the line through the opening of the cutting tool and tie a knot to secure the line in place. If the spindle is not turned the proper direction, the cutting tool will be damaged.
  20. Secure the Spider cutting tool to the interior side of the windshield.
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    Note
    Note the orientation of the cutting line. Make sure the line wraps over the large pulley and holds a 90 degree angle.
  21. Secure the angle driver to the electric drill.
  22. Turn the spindle on the cutting tool with the drill to start remove the windshield.
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    Note
    Move the cutting tool as needed, keeping the line close to a 90 degree angle.
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    CAUTION
    When passing the VIN plate, use the guard to guide the line over the plate to prevent damage.
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    CAUTION
    Take special care in the four areas identified that have overlapping panels and/or tabs to prevent damage.
  23. Attach suction cups (x4) to the LH and RH sides of the windshield assembly.
  24. With an assistant, remove the windshield assembly from the vehicle.
  25. Remove the suction cups from the windshield assembly.
  26. Use a razor blade to remove the old urethane from the windshield flange on the vehicle.
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    Warning
    Wear cut-resistant gloves and safety glasses when performing this step to avoid personal injury.

Install

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CAUTION
Use soft materials to protect the windshield and to prevent scratching. Verify that the rubber strip completely separates the windshield from the metal components of the body.
  1. Clean the windshield as needed. Take special caution to the forward-facing camera area to ensure a clear view of the forward-facing camera. See Clear Forward Camera View (Precision Cleaning Of Inboard Windshield).
  2. Place the new windshield on a support stand with the windshield bracket facing up.
  3. Attach suction cups (x4) to the LH and RH sides of the windshield assembly.
  4. Clean the urethane path on the vehicle with an isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipe. Allow the surface to dry before continuing to the next step.
  5. Apply urethane primer to the vehicle body and windshield along the urethane path and in areas that were damaged during removal of the windshield assembly.
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    CAUTION
    Be careful not to damage the headliner during application.
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    Note
    Allow the primer to dry for at least 2 minutes.
  6. Apply urethane to the windshield following the original path.
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    CAUTION
    Be careful not to damage the headliner during application.
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    Note
    Make sure that the urethane bead has a triangular cross-section of approximate width 8 mm and height 13 mm.
  7. With an assistant, install the new windshield assembly onto the vehicle, but do not set it yet.
  8. Check the gap and flush of the windshield assembly to the body before fully seating the windshield assembly.
  9. Fully seat the windshield assembly, check the gap and flush, and adjust if necessary.
  10. Apply masking tape to attach the windshield assembly to the body while the urethane cures.
  11. Remove the suction cups from the windshield.
  12. Install the GPS antenna into the windshield bracket, and then install the screw that attaches the antenna to the bracket.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
  13. Install the windshield electrical harness to the windshield bracket, and then install the screw that attaches the harness to the bracket.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
  14. Connect the windshield electrical harness to the GPS antenna connector.
  15. Connect the windshield electrical harness to the humidity and temperature sensor connector.
  16. Install the forward facing triple camera. See Camera - Triple - Forward Facing (Remove and Replace).
  17. Install the triple camera hood. See Hood - Triple Camera (Remove and Replace).
  18. Position the windshield harness to the fastener track, and then secure the clips (x6) that attach the harness to the fastener track.
  19. Secure the clips (x4) that attach the front of the headliner to the body.
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    Note
    Reseat the primary seal near the A-pillar and B-pillar to the headliner.
  20. Install the RH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  21. Install the RH mid A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  22. Install the passenger sun visor check base. See Check Base - Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  23. Install the passenger sun visor. See Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  24. Install the driver sun visor check base. See Check Base - Sun Visor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  25. Connect the interior camera connector, and then install the clips that attach the upper quad camera cover to the vehicle.
  26. Install the rear view mirror. See Mirror - Rear View (Remove and Replace).
  27. Connect the electrical harness to the windshield heater connector.
    1. If a windshield jumper harness is present, connect the jumper harness connector to the windshield heater connector. Use a cable tie to secure the jumper harness connector and the heater connector to the main front harness, and then cut excessive tie from the cable tie.
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      Note
      Model 3 vehicles built with an Info-Ryzen car computer are equipped with a windshield that may have a different windshield heater connector than on vehicles Pre-Info-Ryzen. Perform this step only if a windshield jumper harness is present. If the new windshield requires a jumper harness, refer to Jumper Harness - Windshield (Retrofit) for retrofit instructions.
      Figure 2. Windshield jumper harness connector and cable tie location
  28. Install the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
  29. Perform the forward facing camera pitch verification. See Camera - Forward Facing (Pitch Verification).
  30. If a new temperature and humidity sensor was installed: Reinstall the latest vehicle firmware, or update the firmware if not the latest. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen or Software Update.
  31. Remove the masking tape after the urethane has cured.
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    CAUTION
    Do not drive the vehicle until the adhesive manufacturer’s recommended minimum drive-away time has passed. Dow Betaseal Express has a drive-away time of 1 hour minimum in temperatures of 0˚F (-18˚C) or warmer. If necessary, leave the tape applying pressure to the glass on the vehicle and advise the customer that they can remove it after 24 hours. Additionally, advise the customer that they should avoid high driving speeds and speed bumps for the next 24 hours.