19/03/2021 09:11:09

Connectivity Board - Car Computer (HW2.5) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 21152802 0.48 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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Note
This procedure is not applicable for connectivity boards with eCall. To replace a connectivity board with eCall, refer to the "Replace eCall Or Hardware 3 Car Computer Connectivity Board" Service Document.

Remove

  1. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  2. Remove the front passenger knee airbag. See Airbag - Knee - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace).
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the connectivity board.
  4. Remove the bolt that attaches the connectivity board to the car computer.
  5. Carefully slide the connectivity board downwards, and then remove the board from the car computer.
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    CAUTION
    Do not pull on the double Fakra electrical connector. Push on the outer tabs to release the board from the car computer.

Install

  1. Locate the connectivity board into the car computer aperture.
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    Note
    Use the top cover and car computer frame for initial guidance.
  2. Carefully press the front face of the connectivity board into the car computer.
  3. Confirm that the connectivity board is fully inserted; slide the connectivity board about 80% inward, and then slightly press the double Fakra connector until the connectivity board is fully seated.
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    Note
    The LTE cassette must be sub-flush of the car computer frame before continuing to the next step.
  4. Install the bolt that attaches the connectivity board to the car computer.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
  5. Connect the electrical connector to the connectivity board.
  6. Install the front passenger knee airbag. See Airbag - Knee - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace).
  7. Connect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  8. Wait 10 minutes for the connectivity module to learn its new environment.
  9. Reinstall the vehicle firmware. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen.
  10. Perform a functional check of the LTE service.