Heater - Radar (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 17201702 0.60 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.
Remove
- Remove the front fascia assembly. See Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Install).
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Disconnect the electrical harness from
the BLE module.
CAUTIONDO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
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Remove the screw that attaches the T
badge support to the front fascia.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T25 socket
- 4 in extension
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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Release the T badge support tabs from
the front fascia, and then remove the T badge support from the front fascia.
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Release the locking tab, disconnect
the radar heater connector, and then release harness from the clip.
CAUTIONDO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
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Release a corner of the adhesive on
the radar heater, peel the radar heater away from the front fascia to remove, and then
discard it.
Install
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Locate the scribe lines on the front
fascia assembly for the radar heater installation.
NoteThe scribe lines are located on the center of the front fascia assembly.
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Use IPA wipes to clean the
installation area.
NoteAllow 1 minute for dry time.
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Remove the adhesive backing on the LH
side of new radar heater, align the bottom corner onto the scribe lines and adhere the
bottom portion onto the front fascia assembly.
NoteAlignment of the grid along scribe lines is key to radar operation.
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Remove the adhesive backing on the
center of radar heater, align the bottom onto the scribe line, and then adhere the
middle portion onto the front fascia assembly.
NoteMake sure to not leave any creases or bubbles as the grid is adhered to the fascia.
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Remove the adhesive backing on the RH
side of radar heater, align the bottom onto the scribe line, and then fully set both
sides onto the front fascia assembly.
NoteMake sure to not leave any creases or bubbles as the grid is adhered to fascia.
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Inspect the radar heater for bubbles
and creases.
NoteMake sure the radar heater is fully adhered onto the front fascia.NoteMaximum bubble diameter is 10mm.
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Secure the front fascia harness to the clip on the front fascia, connect the radar
heater connector, and then secure the locking tab.
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Position the T badge support on the front fascia, and then install the clips and
datums that attach the T badge support to the fascia.
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Install the screw that attaches the T
badge support to the front fascia.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T25 socket
- 4 in extension
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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Connect the electrical harness to the
front BLE module.
CAUTIONPush the red locking tab into the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
- Install the front fascia assembly. See Fascia Assembly - Front (Remove and Install).