Release Notes January-March 2024

Archived Release Notes:

Week Ending March 30, 2024

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Coil - Recirculation Expansion Valve (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace)
  2. Power Conversion System (Remove and Install)
  3. Sensor - Ride Height - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Coil - Expansion Valve (Heat Pump) (Remove & Replace) - Re-organized the steps based on the latest validation.
  2. Fluids and Capacities - Updated DOT 4 BASF Hydraulan 404 as the approved brake fluid.
  3. Glass - Roof - Fixed (Remove and Replace) - Updated 13 mm to 12.5 mm bead width.
  4. Strut Reinforcement - Hood - LH (Remove and Replace) - Added torque figure for strut reinforcement nuts.
  5. Superbottle (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace) - Updated coolant valve self-test Toolbox routine.

Week Ending March 23, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Bracket - Fascia Side to Fender - LH (Remove and Replace) - Updated topic to remove fascia side to fender bracket without removing the wheel.
  2. Desiccant (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Added A/C compressor oil density note.
  3. Fluids and Capacities - Added compressor oil density note and leak detection kit info.
  4. Heater - PTC (Remove and Replace) - Updated Toolbox routine name in installation section.
  5. Module - Body Controller - Front (Dual Motor) (Non-Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Added instructions to check the integrity of the controller module cover seal and to replace the cover if any damage is found.
  6. Module - Body Controller - Front (RWD) (Non-Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Added instructions to check the integrity of the controller module cover seal and to replace the cover if any damage is found.
  7. Module - Steering Column Control (Remove and Replace) - Deleted the Toolbox routine per the latest validation.
  8. Clear Forward Camera View (Precision Cleaning Of Inboard Windshield) - Added DAS reset steps.

Week Ending March 16, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Chiller (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Re-organized the procedure and updated the routines.
  2. Fluid Coupling (Straight) - Rear Drive Unit (Remove and Replace) - Moved the coolant leak test step before the LH mount installation step.
  3. TPMS (Sensor ID Drive Learn) - Removed Toolbox routine from the procedure and added additional instruction for Continental systems.

Week Ending March 9, 2024

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Replacement Tire Information
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. A/C Compressor, Supermanifold and A/C Lines (Heat Pump) (Remove & Replace) - Updated the routines.
  2. Compressor (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the description of the oil amount calculation steps.
  3. Coolant Pump - Powertrain (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the routines.
  4. Desiccant (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  5. Fluids and Capacities - Added 1646886-02-A KAF 1 gearbox fluid.
  6. Raise Vehicle - Floor Jack (Mobile Service) - Added a warning to stay away from the vehicle before lifting to avoid injury.
  7. Clear Forward Camera View (Precision Cleaning Of Inboard Windshield) - Added detailed instructions on how to clean the windshield and added steps of camera inspection after cleaning.

Week Ending March 2, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Contactor - Fast Charge - HV Battery (Remove and Replace) - Removed coolant and respective component steps.
  2. Crush Can - Upper - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Added 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  3. Fluids and Capacities - Updated A/C refrigerant oil specifications. Updated windshield washer fluid part numbers for North America.
  4. Harness - Instrument Panel (LHD) (Remove and Replace) - Removed the steps of removing and installing the front seats according to the latest validation.
  5. Liquid Cooled Condenser (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Re-structured the procedure and updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  6. Shut Off Valve - Liquid Cooled Condenser (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  7. Switch - Window - Driver (Remove and Replace) - Added window switch removal tool 1988906-00-A.
  8. Updated the gearbox fluid to KAF 1 for the following topics:

Week Ending February 10, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. A/C Compressor, Supermanifold and A/C Lines (Heat Pump) (Remove & Replace) - Added steps to hand-tighten the bolts that attach the supermanifold and the compressor to the shock tower brace.
  2. Airbag - Curtain - LH (Remove and Replace) - Added note on varying number of curtain airbag fasteners.
  3. Busbars - Charge Port to HV Battery (China) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the cover image.
  4. Charge Port (China) (Busbar Type) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the cover image.
  5. Seal - Probe Lid - HV Battery (Remove and Replace) - Updated seal installation picture.
  6. Sensor - Pressure and Temperature (PT) - High Pressure (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Added the routines per the latest validation.

Week Ending February 3, 2024

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. A/C Compressor, Supermanifold and A/C Lines (Heat Pump) (Remove & Replace)
  2. Brake Caliper - Rear - Pair (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Brake Fluid Bleed - One Caliper - Corrected torque figure differentiation for rear brake caliper bleed valves and updated various step references in the procedure.
  2. Clean and Lubricate Brake Calipers (Non-Performance Brakes) - Replaced Transport/Tow Mode steps with EPB Service Mode steps.
  3. Clean and Lubricate Brake Calipers (Performance Brakes) - Replaced Transport/Tow Mode steps with EPB Service Mode steps.
  4. Compressor (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Removed the A/C flush-related steps and updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  5. Pyrotechnic Battery Disconnect (Remove and Replace) - Added images of real parts in the Hioki resistance test steps.
  6. Sensor - Pressure and Temperature (PT) - Low Pressure (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  7. Sensor - Subcool - Pressure and Temperature (PT) - High Pressure (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.

Week Ending January 27, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Blower Motor - HVAC (Non-Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Added a note to remind that the IP harness is not necessary to be separated from the cross car beam when removing the cross car beam.
  2. Check Valve - Cabin Condenser (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  3. Check Valve - Evaporator (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  4. Check Valve - Liquid Cooled Condenser (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace) - Removed the steps of removing and installing the A/C line assembly and added the steps about the front aero shield. And updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  5. Check Valves - Supermanifold (Remove and Replace) - Removed the steps of removing and installing the A/C line assembly and added the steps about the front aero shield. And updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  6. Hub - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace) - Updated EPB Service Mode reference.
  7. Module - TPMS (Remove and Replace) - Added reference for Tesla TPMS module which is integrated in VCSEC.
  8. Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Updated the removal order.
  9. Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Install) - Updated the removal order.

Week Ending January 20, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Drive Unit - Front (Remove and Replace) - Added a note to install a new motor ID label in hood/trunk for China, Japan and Korea.
  2. Drive Unit - Rear (3DU) (Remove and Replace) - Added a note to install a new motor ID label in hood/trunk for China, Japan and Korea.
  3. Drive Unit - Rear (4DU) (Remove and Replace) - Added a note to install a new motor ID label in hood/trunk for China, Japan and Korea.
  4. Latch Pin - AC - Charge Port (China) (Remove and Replace) - Re-structured the procedure.
  5. Link - Compliance - Lower - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Expanded the installation section since the fasteners' installation order is different from the removal order.
  6. Module - Body Controller - Security (Remove and Replace) - Added step for ODIN routine PROC_VCSEC_X_SET-ROOT-KEY-TO-ALL-REGIONSvia Toolbox: (link)to be run for vehicles running certain firmware versions.
  7. Module - Body Controller - Security (2nd Generation) (Remove and Replace) - Added step for ODIN routine PROC_VCSEC_X_SET-ROOT-KEY-TO-ALL-REGIONSvia Toolbox: (link)to be run for vehicles running certain firmware versions.

Week Ending January 13, 2024

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Kit - Cooling Fan Module Isolator - Air Conditioning Condenser (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Drive Unit - Rear (4DU) (Remove and Install) - Updated torque figure for the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU from 6 Nm to 10 Nm.
  2. Fluids and Capacities - Added part numbers of refrigerant and coolant for China only.
  3. Heat Exchanger - Rear Drive Unit (4DU) (Remove and Replace) - Corrected spellings of "exchanger".
  4. Link - Lateral - Lower - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Added new bolts (x2) that attach the front lower lateral link to the subframe. These bolts are one time use and are now torqued to 135 Nm.
  5. Link - Lateral - Lower - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Updated the information about the bolts (x2) that attach the front lower lateral link to the subframe. The bolts without nylon must be replaced while the bolts with nylon can be reused.
  6. Subframe Assembly - Front (Dual Motor) (Remove and Install) - Added ride height measurement values
  7. Supermanifold (Remove and Replace) - Specified refrigerant oil for Sanden compressor.
  8. Suspension - Seat Cushion - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace) - Rewrite the procedure according to the latest validation in which the driver seat cushion suspension is removed without removing the driver seat.

Week Ending January 6, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Cover - Footwell - Passenger (LHD) (Remove and Replace) - Added notes for disconnecting the electrical wiring harness connectors.
  2. Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace) - Updated consumables information.