Release Notes April-June 2023

Archived Release Notes:

Week Ending Ending July 1, 2023

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Spoke Cover - Steering Wheel - Lower (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Brake Lines - 4 Tube Bundle - ABS to Wheels (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Added "RWD" to title of procedure since there is a relevant difference in the procedure for DM variants. Procedure for DM variant will be in the Service Manual soon.
  2. Contactor - Positive - HV Battery (Remove and Replace) - Added a video at Step 3 in Install part.
  3. Cover - Ancillary Bay (Remove and Replace) - Added a video at Step 6 in Install part.
  4. Powertrain Coolant (Drain and Refill) - Improved steps for translation.
  5. Pyrotechnic Battery Disconnect (Remove and Replace) - Added a video at Step 5 in Install part.
  6. Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure - Added the whole procedure video as an overview for supplemental purposes only.

Week Ending June 24, 2023

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Hose - Inlet - Radiator (Non-Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace)
  2. Clevis Pin - Brake (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge) - Recharge (Heat Pump Model 3): Moved STOP THERMAL FILL DRAIN (previous step 13) and HEAT PUMP COMMISSIONING (previous step 14) before commanding ON the vehicle A/C (previous step 4).
  2. Camera - Forward Facing (Pitch Verification) - Updated images and added note to measure each time during setup.
  3. Crush Can - Upper - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Updated torque for the fastener that attaches the crush can to the fender support.
  4. DC Input Assembly - HV Battery (Busbar Type) (Remove and Replace) - Added a video at Step 2 in Removal part to illustrate how to correctly remove the charge port busbar connector from the busbar HV battery DC input assembly.
  5. Flood Ports - 2nd Generation (Remove and Replace) - Replaced steps for Toolbox 3 Tools tab.
  6. Flood Ports - 2nd Generation (Retrofit) - Replaced steps for Toolbox 3 Tools tab.
  7. Harness - Main Front (LHD) (Remove and Replace) - Added note to check brake pedal feel and bleed brakes if needed.
  8. HV Battery Air Leak Test - Removed mention of deprecated EU specific tool.
  9. Steering Column (LHD) (Remove and Replace) - Removed double configuration step and updated Toolbox routine.
  10. Steering Wheel (Remove and Replace) - Eliminated redundant Toolbox routines, changed software update to software reinstall.
  11. Supermanifold 1.1 (Retrofit) - Added compressor weight including oil for Sanden type compressor.
  12. USB Hub - Center Console - Front (2.0) (Remove and Replace) - Added step to release clips through slots with pick.

Week Ending June 17, 2023

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. ABS Modulator (Non-Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Added a video at Step 8 in install part to illustrate how to install the master cylinder brake lines.
  2. A/C Line - Supermanifold to Compressor (Remove and Replace) - Added "Thermal Performance" routine through touchscreen.
  3. Brake Caliper - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace) - Removed steps to update epbxHwType configuration.
  4. Bushing - Rear Drive Unit - RH (Remove and Replace) - Added shear plate small bolts torque figure for Structural Pack vehicles.
  5. Charge Port and Busbar to HV Battery (3-Phase) (Retrofit) - Remove the ODIN routines.
  6. Cover - Ancillary Bay (Remove and Replace) - Corrected paint pen colors.
  7. HV Harness - HV Battery to Rear Drive Unit (3DU) (Remove and Replace) - Added the whole procedure video as an overview for supplemental purposes only.
  8. Side Shield - Outboard - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace) - Updated notes on adjusting seat height for access to the seatbelt and side shield fastener.
  9. Subframe Assembly - Rear (4DU) (Remove and Replace) -

Week Ending June 10, 2023

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Blower Motor - HVAC (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace) - Add the Valve Core Removal Tool to the tool list.
  2. Camera - Forward Facing (Pitch Verification) - Updated removal of camera cover to removal of rear view mirror, updated Toolbox steps, and reordered steps for efficiency.
  3. GUID-F46103A9-F627-47D9-A5DC-1547D77EF165.html - Removed info on applying the Charging Identifier Label for Europe since there is an EMEA specific version of this topic: Door Assembly - Charge Port (Busbar Type) (EMEA) (Remove and Replace).
  4. Door Assembly - Charge Port (Busbar Type) (EMEA) (Remove and Replace) - Added step to install the CKL Charging Identifier Label if one was present on the original part.
  5. Door Assembly - Charge Port (EMEA) (Remove and Replace) - Updated Charge Identifier Label TPN from 1691926-00-A to 1691926-00-B and updated related illustration.
  6. End Cap - Air Wave - LH (Remove and Replace) - Added note for newer vehicles not having removable end caps.
  7. Power Conversion System (Remove and Replace) - Corrected the step at the end of the Installation procedure to disconnect charger/LV maintainer rather than disconnecting 12V/LV battery.
  8. Software Reinstall - Toolbox - Updated Li-Ion instructions: Vehicle software version 2023.12 or newer is required, and consolidated "contactors closed" and "contactors open" procedures.
  9. Software Reinstall - Touchscreen - Updated Li-Ion instructions: Vehicle software version 2023.12 or newer is required, and consolidated "contactors closed" and "contactors open" procedures.
  10. Steering Rack (Dual Motor) (RHD) (Remove and Replace) - Revised procedure.
  11. Superbottle (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the Toolbox article link.

Week Ending June 03, 2023

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Guide - Probing - HV Battery (Retrofit)
  2. Track - Inner - Front Passenger Seat (Remove and Replace)
  3. Track - Outer - Front Passenger Seat (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Fluids and Capacities - Updating KAF gearbox fluid part number.
  2. Guide - Probing - HV Battery (Remove and Replace) - Completely revised procedure and added link to retrofit procedure.
  3. Tire - Front - LH (Dismount and Mount) - Added caution about lubricant drying time.

Week Ending May 27, 2023

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Brake Pedal (Remove and Replace) (RHD)
  2. Glove Box - Without Knee Airbags (Remove and Replace) (RHD)
  3. Module - ECU - Occupant Classification System (OCS) - Front Passenger (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Charge Port and Busbar to HV Battery (3-Phase) (Retrofit) - Replaced the vehicle electrical isolation procedure with the charge port voltage check procedure.
  2. Charge Port and Busbar to HV Battery (Single-Phase) (Retrofit) - Replaced the vehicle electrical isolation procedure with the charge port voltage check procedure.
  3. Charge Port (Busbar Type) (Remove and Replace) - Removed the vehicle electrical isolation procedure.
  4. Charge Port Voltage Check - Updated procedures with comments from Service Engineering review.
  5. Cooling System (Drain and Refill) - Updated step to close pressure regulator valve, and added note that pressure regulator is fixed at 20 psi.
  6. Cover - Ancillary Bay (Remove and Replace) - Added caution for correct positive DC cable connection.
  7. Door Assembly - Charge Port (China) (Remove and Replace) - Removed the vehicle electrical isolation procedure.
  8. Door Assembly - Charge Port (EMEA) (Remove and Replace) - Removed the vehicle electrical isolation procedure.
  9. Glass - Door - LH - Front (Adjust) - Added cleaning instructions to prevent glass damage.
  10. Glass - Door - LH - Front (Remove and Replace) - Added cleaning instructions to prevent glass damage.
  11. Glass - Door - LH - Rear (Adjust) - Added cleaning instructions to prevent glass damage.
  12. Glass - Door - LH - Rear (Remove and Replace) - Added cleaning instructions to prevent glass damage.
  13. Latch Actuator - Charge Port (Remove and Replace) - Removed the vehicle electrical isolation procedure.
  14. Harness - Body - RH (LHD) (Remove and Replace) - Added caution for correct positive DC cable connection.
  15. Harness - Body - RH (RHD) (Remove and Replace) - Added caution for correct positive DC cable connection.
  16. Headliner (Non-Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Added installation sequence and headliner shipping bag installation tip.
  17. Hub - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace) - Added the whole procedure video as an overview for supplemental purposes only.
  18. HV Battery (AWD) (3-Phase) (Remove and Replace) - Added conspicuous discharge warning table.
  19. HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Install) - Added caution for correct positive DC cable connection.
  20. HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Replace) - Added caution for correct positive DC cable connection.
  21. HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Replace) - Added conspicuous discharge warning table.
  22. HV Battery (RWD) (Remove and Install) - Added caution for correct positive DC cable connection.
  23. HV Battery (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Added caution for correct positive DC cable connection.
  24. HV Battery (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Added conspicuous discharge warning table.
  25. Inverter Air Leak Test - Updated tools list and added photos for 4DU adapter and plug.
  26. GUID-AA858273-B4A4-4E24-8E29-38FF5D05A2A9.html - Added steps for front passenger seat.

Week Ending May 20, 2023

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Button - Cushion Adjust - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace)
  2. Frame - Seat Cushion - Front Passenger Seat (Remove and Replace)
  3. Jumper Harness - Windshield (Retrofit)
  4. Lumbar Support - Back Rest - Front Passenger Seat (Remove and Replace)
  5. Recline Button - Switch - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace)
  6. Sensor - Resistive Occupancy - Front Seat - RH (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Clean and Lubricate Brake Calipers (Non-Performance Brakes) - Added Mobile Service notes to chock opposing wheels, service the front calipers, and then service the rear calipers.
  2. Clean and Lubricate Brake Calipers (Performance Brakes) - Added Mobile Service notes to chock opposing wheels, service the front calipers, and then service the rear calipers.
  3. Harness - Main Front (Info-Ryzen/Li-Ion) (Remove and Replace) - Updated instructions disconnecting harness from body controllers.
  4. Sensor - Resistive Occupancy - Front Seat - LH (Remove and Replace) - Added a video at Step 9 in Removal part to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
  5. Windshield (Reuse Humidity and Temperature Sensor) (Remove and Replace) - Added Pre-GCL and GCL windshield heater connector and jumper harness disconnect/connect direction.
  6. Windshield (Vehicles with 2nd Generation or Later Autopilot) (Remove and Replace) - Added Pre-GCL and GCL windshield heater connector and jumper harness disconnect/connect direction.

Week Ending May 13, 2023

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Body Reinforcement - Floor - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace) - Fixed an error.
  2. Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install) -
  3. HV Battery (AWD) (3-Phase) (Remove and Install) - Added step to position battery table under vehicle.
  4. Steering Wheel (Remove and Replace) -

Week Ending May 6, 2023

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Damper Assembly - Front - Pair (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Added OCS and seat calibration step for front passenger seat:
  2. Damper Assembly - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Installation method updated to set ride height before torquing the front damper assembly to the lower control arm.
  3. Drive Unit - Rear (4DU) (Remove and Install) - Corrected step crossreferences.
  4. Electrical Precautions - Updated HV battery storage temperature guidance.
  5. Glass - Door - LH - Rear (Adjust) - Updated calibration steps to use Window Regulator (Recalibrate).
  6. Superbottle (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Information on how to install dual pump in place of single pump.
  7. Trailer Hitch - Rear Energy Absorber (Retrofit) - Rearranged procedure steps and added configuration instructions.

Week Ending April 29, 2023

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Actuator - Latch - Hood - Secondary (Remove and Replace) - Corrected link to frunk manual release tool.
  2. Airbag - Side - Driver (Remove and Replace) - Add a note to clarify when to replace the airbag and when to replace the 1st row seat assembly.
  3. Glass - Door - LH - Rear (Adjust) - Updated calibration steps to use Toolbox 3 instead of window switches.
  4. Maintenance Service and Intervals - Updated A/C desiccant bag replacement and tire rotation intervals.

Week Ending April 22, 2023

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. 5003 - Charging Adapters - Created new section and moved Firmware Update - CHAdeMO Charging Adapter to there.
  2. Brightwork - Center Console (2.0) (Remove and Replace)
  3. SIM Card - Car Computer (Info-Ryzen) (Retrofit)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Fascia - Rear (Remove and Install) - Added steps to remove/install fascia to rear quarter panel U-nuts.
  2. Hub - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace) - Revised the procedures.
  3. Module - Inductive Charger - Center Console (2.0) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the number of the clips that attach the center console decor trim to the assembly.
  4. Washer Nozzles (Adjust) - Deleted redundant hyperlink to Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure in Adjustment procedure.

Week Ending April 15, 2023

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Drive Unit - Rear (4DU) (Remove and Install)
  2. Harness - Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) - LH (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Alignment Requirement - Suspension - Updated alignment requirement tables.
  2. Charge Port and Busbar to HV Battery (3-Phase) (Retrofit) - Added parts list.
  3. Cooling System (Vacuum Refill) - Removed "Cooling System - Vacuum Refill" routine from original Model 3 procedure.
  4. Switch - Exterior Release - Trunk (Remove and Replce) - Added reference to license plate removal and updated DAS reset instructions.
  5. Superbottle (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Introduced thermal test routines using the touchscreen.

Week Ending April 8, 2023

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. H-Decor Trim - Center Console (2.0) (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Car Computer (Remove and Replace) -
  2. Charge Port (Busbar Type) (Remove and Replace) - Added Hioki resistance meter to tool list.
  3. Fluids and Capacities - Updated information on A/C oil type to be used.
  4. Four Wheel Alignment Check and Adjust - Removed advisement to seek assistance if rear camber cannot be brought into specification.
  5. Tire - Front - LH (Road Force) (Balance) - Added Road Force Peak to Peak values.
  6. Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace) - Added check for proper routing of and possible damage to HVIL harness branch.