28/09/2021 07:56:39

System - Windshield Washer (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17501152 0.66 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.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: System - Windshield Washer (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts that attach the water tank to the vehicle
3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  • 6 in extension
Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the hood latch cover. See Cover - Hood Latch (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the LH and RH wiper arms. See Wiper Arms (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
  7. Release the clip that attaches the electrical harness to the windshield washer reservoir.
  8. Disconnect the electrical harness from the windshield washer reservoir connector.
  9. Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  10. Remove the LH front wheel arch liner. See Wheel Arch Liner - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  11. Remove the lower bolt that attaches the windshield washer reservoir to the body.
  12. Lower the vehicle until the tires just touch the ground.
  13. Remove the upper bolt that attaches the windshield washer reservoir to the body.
  14. Remove the windshield washer reservoir from the vehicle, and then recover any fluid from the reservoir.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

  • After installation is complete, fill the windshield washer reservoir with windshield washer fluid.
  • Verify correct operation of windshield washers and wipers.