06/01/2023 10:07:34

Car Computer (HW3) (Remove and Install)

Correction code 21151001 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

  1. Open the front doors and lower the front windows.
  2. Move the front seat backward.
  3. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  4. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  5. Remove the RH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the RH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the passenger footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Passenger (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the front passenger footrest panel. See Panel - Footrest - Front Passenger (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  9. Depress the connector lock on the underside of the connector, and then disconnect the connector to the gaming MCU.
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    CAUTION
    Do not release the connector without releasing the connector lock first. Damage to the PCBA may occur if removed without releasing the connector lock.
  10. Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the connector to the connectivity module.
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    Note
    Move the release lock rearward before disconnecting the connector.
  11. Release the connector locks, and then disconnect the connectors (x6) at the LH side of the entertainment motherboard.
  12. Release the connector locks, and then disconnect the connectors (x7) at the LH side of the AP motherboard.
  13. Release the connector locks, and then disconnect the connectors (x6) at the RH side of the entertainment motherboard.
  14. Release the connector locks, and then disconnect the connectors (x3) at the RH side of the AP motherboard.
  15. Install coolant hose clamps to the coldplate hoses (x2).
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    Note
    Place coolant absorbent mats or rags around the car computer.
  16. Release the coolant hoses (x2) from the car computer coldplate assembly, and then install coolant plugs on the both hoses and car computer.
  17. Remove the bolts (x2) and nut that attach the car computer to the vehicle, and then remove the car computer from the vehicle.
    7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Clean up any residual coolant from the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket

Install

  1. Position the car computer into the vehicle, and then install the bolts (x2) and nut that attach the car computer to the vehicle.
    7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    The bolts are torqued to 7 Nm. The nut is torqued to 8 Nm.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  2. Place coolant absorbent mats or rages around the car computer, remove the coolant plugs, and then secure the coolant hoses (x2) to the car computer coldplate assembly.
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    Note
    Perform a pull-push-pull test on each hose coupling.
  3. Remove the coolant hose clamps to the coldplate hoses (x2).
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    Note
    Place coolant absorbent mats or rags around the car computer. Clean any residual fluid and inspect for leaks.
  4. Connect the connectors (x3) at the RH side of the AP motherboard, and then secure the connector locks.
  5. Connect the connectors (x6) at the RH side of the entertainment motherboard, and then secure the connector locks.
  6. Connect the connectors (x7) at the LH side of the AP motherboard, and then secure the connector locks.
  7. Connect the connectors (x6) at the LH side of the entertainment motherboard, and then secure the connector locks.
  8. Connect the connector to the connectivity module, and then secure the connector lock.
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    Note
    Slide the lock underneath the connector.
  9. Connect the connector to the gaming MCU.
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    Note
    Make sure the connector is fully seated into the socket.
  10. Inspect the coolant bottle level and top off as necessary.
  11. Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  12. Perform a cooling system check and fill. See Cooling System (Partial Refill and Bleed).
  13. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  14. Install the front passenger footrest panel. See Panel - Footrest - Front Passenger (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  15. Install the passenger footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Passenger (Remove and Replace).
  16. Install the RH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
  17. Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  18. Install the RH center console side panel carpet. See Carpet - Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
  19. Install the passenger footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Passenger (Remove and Replace).
  20. Move the front passenger seat back to its original position.
  21. Raise the front windows and close the front doors.