19/10/2023 23:54:48

Actuator - Lower Mode (Heat Pump) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 18102512 0.54 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.

  • 2023-10-16: Reorganized the procedure.

Remove

  1. Remove the center console. See Center Console (2.0) (Remove and Install).
  2. Release the instrument panel harness clips (x2) and carpet clip from the RH cross car beam.
  3. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH cross car beam to the HVAC assembly.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 10 mm 12-point deep socket
  4. Remove the bolt that attaches the RH cross car beam bracket to the cross car beam.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 13mm socket
    • 3 in extension
  5. Remove the nut that attaches the RH cross car beam bracket to the body.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 13mm socket
    • 3 in extension
  6. Remove the RH cross car beam bracket from the vehicle.
  7. Insert the inflatable air bag up to the bottom of the lower mode actuator, then inflate it between the RH cross car beam bracket and lower HVAC assembly.
  8. Remove the bolts(x2) that attach the lower mode actuator to the HVAC assembly.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Insert the mini ratchet bit from behind the harness.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
  9. Disconnect the lower mode actuator electrical connector, and then remove the actuator from the HVAC assembly.

Install

  1. Position the lower mode actuator on the HVAC assembly; align the guide, and then push the lower mode actuator towards the left to install.
  2. Connect the lower mode actuator electrical connector.
  3. Install the bolts(x2) that attach the lower mode actuator to the HVAC assembly.
    1.2 Nm (.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Insert the mini ratchet bit from behind the harness.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • Torque Wrench Hexagon - 1060071-00-A
  4. Deflate airbag between RH cross car beam bracket and lower HVAC assembly and remove
  5. Deflate and remove the inflatable air bag between the RH cross car beam bracket and lower HVAC assembly.
  6. Position the RH cross car beam bracket to the body.
  7. Hand-tighten the bolt that attaches the RH cross car beam bracket to the cross car beam.
  8. Hand-tighten the bolt that attaches the cross car beam to the HVAC assembly.
  9. Hand-tighten bolt that attaches cross car beam to the HVAC assembly.
  10. Torque the nut that attached the RH cross car beam bracket to the body.
    25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 13mm socket
    • 3 in extension
  11. Torque the bolt that attaches the RH cross car beam bracket to the cross car beam.
    25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • 13mm socket
    • 3 in extension
  12. Torque the bolt that attach the cross car beam to the HVAC assembly.
    5.5 Nm (4.1 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 10 mm 12-point deep socket
  13. Install the IP harness clips (x2) and carpet clip to the RH cross car beam.
  14. Install the center console. See Center Console (2.0) (Remove and Install).