2025-11-20

Surround - Steering Wheel (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 32051812 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

Remove

  1. Remove the driver airbag. See Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  2. Disconnect the steering wheel electrical wiring harness connector.
  3. Disconnect the electrical harness from the LH steering wheel switch connector.
  4. Disconnect the electrical harness from the RH steering wheel switch connector.
  5. Release the clips that attach the horn assembly, and then move the horn assembly to the side.
  6. Disconnect the electrical harness from the lower connector, and then remove the electrical harness from the steering wheel.
  7. Remove the screws (x4) that attach the bright surround to the steering wheel, and then remove the surround.
    5.4 Nm (4.0 lbs-ft)
  8. Remove the screws (x3) that attach the LH steering wheel switch to the bright surround, and then remove the switch from the surround.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
  9. Remove the screws (x3) that attach the RH steering wheel switch to the bright surround, and then remove the switch from the surround.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
  10. Remove the screws (x2) that attach the steering wheel controller to the steering wheel surround, and then remove the controller.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T10 Torx bit
  11. Remove the bolts that attach the lower spoke cover to the steering wheel surround.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T10 Torx bit

Install

  1. Position the lower spoke cover onto the steering wheel surround, and then install the bolts.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
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    Note
    Insert the lower edge of the lower spoke.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T10 Torx bit
  2. Install the bolts that attach the steering wheel controller to the steering wheel surround.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T10 Torx bit
  3. Position the LH steering wheel switch onto the steering wheel surround, and then install the bolts.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
  4. Position the RH steering wheel switch onto the steering wheel surround, and then install the bolts.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
  5. Position the steering wheel surround onto the steering wheel, and then install the bolts.
    5.4 Nm (4.0 lbs-ft)
  6. Position the horn to the steering wheel assembly, and then fasten the clips.
  7. Connect the LH steering wheel switch electrical connector.
  8. Connect the RH steering wheel switch electrical connector.
  9. Connect the lower connection to the steering wheel controller.
  10. Connect the steering wheel electrical wiring harness connector.
  11. Install the driver airbag. See Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).