2024-04-01

Noise Absorber - Motor Bay - Front Bulkhead (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 12010112 3.66 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

2023-12-15: - Updated brake stiffness routine.

Warning

This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.

Remove

Open LH front door
Lower LH front window
Set steering wheel straight ahead
Adjust steering column fully rearward and fully down

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Via UI > Quick Controls > Steering Wheel, Use left steering wheel scroll wheel to adjust steering column
Raise and support vehicle

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Prepare to raise vehicle, Set air suspension to "Jack Mode", Position lift arm pads on vehicle jack pads
Open hood

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Via Center Display > Controls > Frunk Open
Remove rear underhood apron

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8x clips
Remove LH underhood apron

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10x clips
Remove RH underhood apron

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10x clips
Release LH wiper arm hose nozzle

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1x hose
Remove LH wiper arm nut cover

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1x cover
Remove LH wiper arm nut and release assembly

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1x nut, 15mm, 26 Nm
Release RH wiper arm hose nozzle

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1x hose
Remove RH wiper arm nut cover

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1x cover
Remove RH wiper arm nut and release assembly

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1x nut, 15mm, 26 Nm
Release washer hose nozzle by LH shock tower cover

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1x hose, 3x clips
Remove LH shock tower cover

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3x push clips, 1x fir tree clip
Remove RH shock tower cover

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3x push clips, 1x fir tree clip
Remove wiper cowl screen panel

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4x push clips, 2x end tabs
Using center display, place wipers into "Service Mode"

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via Controls > Service > Wiper Service Mode, If wiper module is not in service mode the RH pivot arm will not clear the V Brace crossmember during removal
Move LH front seat backward
Open RH front door
Lower RH front window
Move RH front seat backward
Open glove box through UI

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Via Controls > Glovebox
Power off vehicle from center display

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Via Controls > Safety & Security > Power Off
Disconnect LV battery connector and First Responder Loop

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2x connectors, Lift up and release green locking tab, Pull black connector lock outwards to release connection
Remove LH footwell cover

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1x connector, 2x magnets
Remove fasteners securing LH knee air bag assembly to vehicle

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2x patch bolts, E10, 8 Nm, Discard after removal
Remove the LH knee air bag assembly from vehicle

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3x connectors, 1x clip, 6x tabs, Release 2x locking tab on airbag connector
Remove driver floor jumper air duct

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1x tab
Remove cotter clip from clevis pin on pedal assembly

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1x clip, Remove by hand
Remove clevis pin from brake pedal assembly

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1x pin, Wiggle brake pedal to assist pin removal
Remove LH front floor mat
Remove LH console side carpet

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11x clips
Release LH HEPA assembly lower dash bolt

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1x bolt, 10mm, 7Nm
Remove LH mid A-pillar trim

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1x clip, 2x tabs
Remove LH IP end cap

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4x clips
Remove RH front floor mat
Remove RH footwell cover

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3x magnets, 1x connector
Remove RH mid A-pillar trim

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1x clip, 2x tabs
Remove RH lower A-pillar trim

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7x clips
Remove RH IP end cap

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4x clips
Remove RH console side carpet

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11x clips
Fold RH front cabin carpet aside for access
Release harness from RH footrest panel

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1x clip
Remove RH footrest panel

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2x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, 1x nut, 10mm, 5 Nm
Release RH HEPA assembly lower dash bolt

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1x bolt, 10mm, 7Nm
Remove the touchscreen. See Touchscreen (HW3) (Remove and Replace).
Remove IP Decor

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21x clips, 6x datums, 4x connectors, Release each IP decor connector clip from IP carrier then disconnect from IP harness
Remove IP closeout panel

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4x tabs
Remove IP LH mid panel

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6x tabs
Remove IP RH mid Panel

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14x tabs, 2 datums
Remove RH footwell cover

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3x magnets, 1x connector
Remove fasteners securing RH knee air bag assembly to vehicle

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2x patch bolts, E10, 8 Nm, Discard after removal
Remove RH knee air bag assembly from vehicle

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2x connectors, 6x tabs, 1x clip, Release 2x locking tab on airbag connector
Release glove box

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5x screws, T20, 3 Nm
Release glove box connectors

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3x connectors
Remove USB outlet

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2x screws, T20, 3 Nm, 1x clip
Remove glove box
Release spring clip securing driver air bag assembly to steering wheel and pull driver air bag assembly away from steering wheel

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2x spring clips, 2x datums, Press the spring simultaneously from two access holes to release, Access holes located at 4 and 8 o’clock position, Do not insert tool too far as air bag connector could be damaged
Disconnect driver air bag connector and remove driver air bag assembly

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1x connector, 2x tabs
Disconnect steering wheel connector

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1x connector
Remove bolt that secures the steering wheel to the column

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1x patch bolt, 10mm allen, 80 Nm, Discard after removal
Remove steering wheel

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Note that the steering wheel is splined to the column
Pull upward to release steering column upper shroud from lower shroud

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6x clips, 4x datums
Remove lower shroud to steering column

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2x screws, T20, 1.5 Nm, 1x clip, 1x datum, Slide lower shroud rearward to release datum
Disconnect steering column control module assembly connector

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1x connector, Remove retaining clip on the connector, release connector, then remove the remaining broken clip from connector, Discard retaining clip after removal, Originally installed clip is black, Replacement clip is orange
Remove SCCM from steering column

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1x bolt, 5mm Allen, 9 Nm, Carefully slid module off steering column without rotating
Remove lower instrument panel assembly

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8x screws, T20, 3 Nm, 8x tabs, Release assembly and carefully guide over upper steering column
Remove fasteners securing the LV battery and move aside

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3x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, 2x datums, Take note of datums and carefully move assembly aside
Remove fasteners securing LH V-brace and remove assembly

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3x bolts, 10mm, 18 Nm, 1x nut, 10mm, 9 Nm
Remove fasteners securing RH V-brace and remove assembly

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3x bolts, 10mm, 18 Nm, 1x nut, 10mm, 9 Nm
Remove wiper module

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3x bolts, 10mm, 8 Nm, 1x connector, Rotate module forward and up to access connector, Observe LH wiper arm pivot during removal to avoid damage to windshield
Disconnect air quality sensor harness

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1x connector
Remove HEPA filter assembly cover

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2x tabs, 2x datums, 2x slots, , Be cautious and do not damage the mounting clips, Maneuver cover forward and up in front of V-brace cross member
Remove HEPA filter

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2x clips, Release clips, Pivot filter forward and out of housing
Release battery coolant pump from bracket

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1x clip, Slide pump off bracket and position lower coolant hose clear of HEPA assembly
Release V-brace crossmember

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2x nuts, 10mm, 18 Nm
Remove HEPA housing assembly

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2x nuts, 10mm, 7 Nm, Rotate V-brace cross member forward to create access to HEPA assembly retaining nuts, Maneuver assembly forward and up out of vehicle
Release battery controller ground cable

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1x bolt, 10mm, 9 Nm
Release harness clip from battery controller

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1x fir tree clip
Remove fasteners securing battery controller and tilt controller for access

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1x bolt, 10mm, 10 Nm, 1x nut, 10mm, 10 Nm
Release top J4 connection from battery controller

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1x locking connector, Slide mechanism outwards to release
Release middle J5 connection from battery controller

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1x locking connector, Push in locking tab and lift lever to release
Release side J3 connection from battery controller

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1x locking connector, Slide mechanism outwards to release
Release middle J2 connection from battery controller

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1x locking connector, Slide red locking tab outwards and release
Release side J1 connection from battery controller

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1x locking connector, Slide red locking tab outwards and release
Release harness clip from battery controller

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1x clip
Remove battery controller from vehicle
Clean area around brake fluid reservoir and remove brake reservoir cap
Remove brake fluid from brake reservoir
Install brake reservoir cap
Disconnect brake booster ECU connector

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1x connector, Release red locking tab, then depress black tab and rotate lever to release
Disconnect DTS position sensor from brake booster

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1x connector, Release red locking tab
Place shop rags underneath brake lines to catch any fluid lost
Disconnect brake fluid level sensor

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1x connector
Remove flexible brake lines from master cylinder

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2x nuts, 12mm, 16 Nm
Remove fasteners securing brake booster assembly to bulkhead

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2x nuts, 13mm, 16.5 Nm, Discard after removal
Remove brake booster assembly from vehicle

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Maneuver flexible brake lines out of the way for clearance
Remove LH front wheel cap

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Lift every other spoke at a time until cap is released from rim
Loosen LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH front wheel cap

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Lift every other spoke at a time until cap is released from rim
Loosen RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH rear wheel cap

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Lift every other spoke at a time until cap is released from rim
Loosen RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove LH rear wheel cap

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Lift every other spoke at a time until cap is released from rim
Loosen LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Remove LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Remove clips securing front aero shield

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5x push clips
Remove bolts securing front aero shield and remove from vehicle

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9x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
Release clips securing wheel house liner to front skid plate

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4x clips
Remove bolts securing front skid plate to body sill

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2x bolts, 15mm, 30 Nm
Remove bolts securing front skid plate to body casting

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2x bolts, 15mm, 60 Nm
Remove bolts securing front skid plate to front subframe and remove skid plate

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4x bolts, 15mm, 70 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
Remove bolt securing steering gear assembly to electric steering column

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1x bolt, 13mm, 30 Nm
Slide steering column upward to remove it from steering gear assembly
Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
Release steering column harness

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1x connector, 1x clip
Remove nuts securing upper steering column to IP carrier

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4x nuts, 13mm, 15 Nm
Remove steering column

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Recommend assistance, Guide lower steering shaft out through bulkhead while maneuvering upper steering brace out driver's door

Install

Cut slits into front outer noise absorber near RH side of vehicle

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Cut only within highlighted areas, This will allow the absorber to slip over the harness and coolant hoses during removal
Remove fasteners securing front outer noise absorber to bulkhead on RH side of vehicle

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1x push nut, 2x barrel clips
Cut slits into front outer noise absorber near LH side of vehicle

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Cut only within highlighted areas, This will allow the absorber to slip over the harness and AC lines during removal
Remove fastener securing lower portion of front outer noise absorber to bulkhead

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1x push nut
Remove fastener securing front outer noise absorber to bulkhead on LH side of vehicle

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1x push nut
Remove front outer noise absorber from vehicle

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4x studs
Cut slit into new front outer noise absorber

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Cut only within highlighted areas, This will allow the absorber to slip over both ends of the harness, AC line, and coolant hoses during installation
Position front outer noise absorber into vehicle

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4x studs, Tuck absorber behind harness guide
Install fastener securing front outer noise absorber to bulkhead on LH side of vehicle

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1x push nut
Install fastener securing lower portion of front outer noise absorber to bulkhead

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1x push nut
Install fasteners securing front outer noise absorber to bulkhead on RH side of vehicle

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1x push nut, 2x barrel clips
Install upper steering column bracket to IP carrier

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4x nuts, 13mm, 15 Nm, Guide lower steering shaft down through bulkhead
Secure steering column harness

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1x connector, 1x clip
Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Slide lower electric steering column onto steering gear and install bolt

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1x bolt, 13mm, 30 Nm
Position front skid plate for installation and thread in all bolts

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4x bolts, 15mm, 70 Nm, 2x bolts, 15mm, 60 Nm, 2x bolts, 15mm, 30 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, Torque at later step
Torque bolts securing front skid plate to body casting

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2x bolts, 15mm, 60 Nm
Torque bolts securing front skid plate to body sill

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2x bolts, 15mm, 30 Nm
Torque bolts securing front skid plate to front subframe

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4x bolts, 15mm, 70 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
Secure clips securing wheel house liner to front skid plate

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4x clips
Apply Loctite 222 onto front aero shield bolts and install fasteners securing front aero shield to vehicle

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9x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
Install clips securing front aero shield

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5x push clips
Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
Install brake booster assembly to vehicle

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Maneuver flexible brake lines out of the way for clearance
Install fasteners securing brake booster assembly to bulkhead

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2x nuts, 13mm, 16.5 Nm, Install new nyloc nuts
Install flexible brake lines to master cylinder

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2x nuts, 12mm, 16 Nm, Clean lines with brake cleaner before mating as needed
Connect brake fluid level sensor

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1x connector
Remove shop rags from underneath brake lines

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Clean up any residual fluid lost
Connect DTS position sensor to brake booster

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1x connector, Secure red locking tab
Connect brake booster ECU connector

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1x connector, Align connector and rotate lever to fully seat, Secure red locking tab
Position battery controller into vehicle
Secure harness clip onto battery controller

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1x clip
Secure side J1 connection onto battery controller

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1x locking connector, Engage red locking tab
Secure middle J2 connection onto battery controller

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1x locking connector, Engage red locking tab
Secure side J3 connection onto battery controller

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1x locking connector, Verify yellow locking tab is fully opened, Seat connector and mechanism will begin to engage
Secure middle J5 connection onto battery controller

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1x locking connector, Verify lever is fully opened, Seat connector and lever will being to engage
Secure top J4 connection onto battery controller

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1x locking connector, Verify yellow locking tab is fully opened, Seat connector and mechanism will begin to engage
Secure harness clip onto battery controller

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1x clip
Secure battery controller ground cable

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1x bolt, 10mm or E10 5-lobe, 9 Nm
Position battery controller forward and install fasteners

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1x bolt, 10mm, 10 Nm, 1x nut 10mm, 10 Nm
Install HEPA housing assembly

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2x nuts, 10mm, 7 Nm, Maneuver assembly down and under cross member, Rotate V-brace crossmember bracket back to install position
Secure V-brace crossmember

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2x nuts, 10mm, 18 Nm
Secure battery coolant pump to bracket

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1x clip, Slide pump on to bracket and secure lower coolant hose to bracket
Install HEPA filter

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3x datums, 2x clips, Align 3 datums into bottom of housing, Confirm air flow direction, Ensure clips lock and secure filter into housing
Install HEPA filter assembly cover

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2x tabs, 2x datums, 2x slots, Maneuver cover down and under V-brace cross member, Fully engage seal and locking tabs
Connect air quality sensor harness

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1x connector
Install wiper module

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3x bolts, 10mm, 8 Nm, 1x connector, Secure electrical connector first, Rotate module rearward and under windshield, Observe LH wiper arm pivot during install to avoid damage to windshield
Install fasteners securing LH V-brace and secure

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3x bolts, 10mm, 18 Nm, 1x nut, 10mm, 9 Nm
Install fasteners securing RH V-brace and secure

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3x bolts, 10mm, 18 Nm, 1x nut, 10mm, 9 Nm
Install wiper cowl screen panel

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4x push clips, 2x end tabs
Install fasteners securing LV battery to multi-system beam

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3x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, 2x datums, Shift into position and install fasteners
Install lower instrument panel assembly

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8x screws, T20, 3 Nm, 8x tabs, Guide over upper steering column, Engage all tabs before starting screws
Install SCCM to steering column

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1x bolt, 5mm Allen, 9 Nm, Carefully slide module on to steering column without rotating
Connect steering column control module assembly connector

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1x connector, Install new orange retaining clip to connector then install SCCM connector, Perform push-pull-push to make sure connector is seated properly
Install lower shroud to steering column

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2x screws, T20, 1.5 Nm, 1x clip, 1x datum, Slide lower shroud forward to engage datum
Align the clips and datums then press downward to install upper shroud onto lower shroud

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6x clips, 4x datums
Install steering wheel

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Note that the steering wheel is splined to the column and can only be installed in the correct position
Install bolt securing steering wheel to steering column

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1x patch bolt, 10mm allen, 80 Nm, Install new patch bolt
Secure steering wheel connector

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1x connector
Connect driver air bag assembly connector

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1x connector, 2x tabs
Install driver air bag assembly to yoke steering wheel

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2x datums, 2x spring clip, Position driver air bag onto yoke steering wheel, Align datums onto the clips, Press down on one side of the air bag until clip is fully seated, then repeat on other side, You should hear an audible click, Perform pull test on each side of driver air bag assembly, Confirm the gap and space between driver air bag assembly to yoke steering wheel is symmetrical
Secure USB outlet

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2x screws, T20, 3 Nm, 1x clip, Ensure USB socket flush in glove box
Secure glove box connectors

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3x connectors
Install glove box

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5x screws, T20, 3 Nm, Install screws at top of box, close lid then install bottom screws. Use manual release to open box if needed
Install RH knee air bag assembly into vehicle

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2x connectors, 6x tabs, 1x clip, Hook tabs before fully seating, Use caution not to damage the connector/harness, Support the knee air bag while connecting the connector
Install fasteners securing RH knee air bag assembly to vehicle

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2x patch bolts, E10, 8 Nm, Install new fasteners
Install RH footwell cover

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3x magnets, 1x connectors
Install IP RH mid Panel

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14x tabs, 2 datums
Install IP LH mid panel

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6x tabs
Install IP closeout panel

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4x tabs
Install IP Decor

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21x clips, 6x datums, 4x connectors, Connect ambient bright harness, Secure each IP decor connector clip to IP carrier, Secure IP decor to lower instrument panel
Install the touchscreen. See Touchscreen (HW3) (Remove and Replace).
Secure RH HEPA assembly lower dash bolt

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1x bolt, 10mm, 7Nm
Install RH footrest panel

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2x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, 1x nut, 10mm, 5 Nm
Secure harness to RH footrest panel

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1x clip
Fold RH main carpet back into place
Install RH mid A-pillar trim

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1x clip, 2x tabs, Verify weather seal is seated properly
Install RH lower A-pillar trim

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7x clips, Verify weather seal is seated properly
Install RH IP end cap

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4x clips
Install RH console side carpet

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11x clips
Install RH footwell cover

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3x magnets, 1x connectors
Install RH front floor mat
Install LH IP end cap

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4x clips
Install LH mid A-pillar trim

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1x clip, 2x tabs, Verify weather seal is seated properly
Secure LH HEPA assembly lower dash bolt

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1x bolt, 10mm, 7 Nm
Install LH console side carpet

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11x clips
Align brake pedal to iBooster rod and install clevis pin to brake pedal assembly

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1x pin
Install cotter pin into clevis pin clip on brake pedal assembly

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1x clip, Install to original position, replace clip if damaged
Install driver floor jumper air duct

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1x tab
Install the LH knee air bag assembly into vehicle

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1x clip, 3x connectors, 6x tabs, Hook tabs before fully seating, Use caution not to damage the connector/harness, Support the knee air bag while connecting the connectors
Install fasteners securing LH knee air bag assembly to vehicle

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2x patch bolts, E10, 8 Nm, Install new fasteners
Install LH footwell cover

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1x connector, 2x magnets
Install LH front floor mat
Connect First Responder Loop and LV battery connector

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2x connectors Secure FRL first, Seat LV battery connection and push black connector lock inwards to secure, Engage green locking tab when fully seated
Move RH front seat to original position
Raise RH front window
Close RH front door
Move LH front seat to original position
Using center display, remove wipers from "Service Mode"
Install RH wiper arm assembly and secure nut

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1x nut, 15mm, 26 Nm, Line up wiper to reference mark on windshield
Install RH wiper arm nut cover
Secure RH wiper arm washer nozzle

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1x hose, Hose is routed below the arm
Install LH wiper arm assembly and secure nut

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1x nut, 15mm, 26 Nm, Line up wiper to reference mark on windshield
Install LH wiper arm nut cover
Secure LH wiper arm washer nozzle

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1x hose, Hose is routed below the arm
Install RH shock tower cover

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3x push clip, 1x fir tree clip
Install LH shock tower cover

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3x push clip, 1x fir tree clip
Secure washer hose nozzle by LH shock tower cover

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1x hose, 3x clips
Clean area around brake fluid reservoir and remove brake reservoir cap
Check brake fluid level and top off reservoir if necessary

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If level is above Max line, remove extra fluid
Fill brake bleeder reservoir to full level
Install pressure bleeder adapter onto reservoir

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Attach the brake reservoir hose to the brake adapter at this time
Set pressure to 30psi

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Connect power supply to bleeder and turn on the power to set pressure to 30 psi
Re-establish vehicle connection to Toolbox 3

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Open Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to the vehicle. https://toolbox.teslamotors.com, Select connection status icon at top right corner, and select connect locally (icon will turn green when vehicle is connected)
Select "Actions" tab and search for ‘"bleed"
Remove bleeding valve covers and install the fluid catching bottle to LH front outer brake caliper bleeding valve before starting the ESP

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2x covers
Open the LH front outer brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to
PROC_ESP_FRONT-L-REAR-R-BRAKE-BLEED
via Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Bleed FL-RRvia Service Mode Plus:
chassis ➜ ESP Post Replacement ➜ Bleed FL/RR Calipers
chassis ➜ ESP Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FL/RR Calipers
chassis ➜ IBST Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FL/RR Calipers
and select "Run" to start the ESP and then close the bleeding valve once the pump stops running
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1x bleeding valve, 11mm, 18.5 Nm
Open the LH front inner brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to
PROC_ESP_FRONT-L-REAR-R-BRAKE-BLEED
via Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Bleed FL-RRvia Service Mode Plus:
chassis ➜ ESP Post Replacement ➜ Bleed FL/RR Calipers
chassis ➜ ESP Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FL/RR Calipers
chassis ➜ IBST Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FL/RR Calipers
and select "Run" to start the ESP and then close the bleeding valve once the pump stops running
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1x bleeding valves, 11mm, 18.5 Nm
Repeat the above steps until clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of the LH front brake caliper bleeding valve

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1x bleeding valve, 11mm, 18.5 Nm, Finish bleeding on the outer valve
Remove the fluid catching bottle, Torque LH front brake caliper bleeding valves and install covers

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2x bleeding valves, 11mm, 18.5 Nm, 2x covers
Remove bleeding valve covers and install the fluid catching bottle to RH front outer brake caliper bleeding valve before starting the ESP

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2x covers
Open the RH front outer brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to
PROC_ESP_FRONT-R-REAR-L-BRAKE-BLEED
via Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Bleed FR-RLvia Service Mode Plus:
chassis ➜ ESP Post Replacement ➜ Bleed FR/RL Calipers
chassis ➜ ESP Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FR/RL Calipers
chassis ➜ IBST Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FR/RL Calipers
and select "Run" to start the ESP and then close the bleeding valve once the pump stops running
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1x bleeding valve, 11mm, 18.5 Nm
Open the RH front inner brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to
PROC_ESP_FRONT-R-REAR-L-BRAKE-BLEED
via Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Bleed FR-RLvia Service Mode Plus:
chassis ➜ ESP Post Replacement ➜ Bleed FR/RL Calipers
chassis ➜ ESP Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FR/RL Calipers
chassis ➜ IBST Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FR/RL Calipers
and select "Run" to start the ESP and then close the bleeding valve once the pump stops running
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1x bleeding valves, 11mm, 18.5 Nm
Repeat the above steps until clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of the RH front brake caliper bleeding valve

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1x bleeding valve, 11mm, 18.5 Nm, Finish bleeding on the outer valve
Remove the fluid catching bottle, Torque RH front brake caliper bleeding valves and install covers

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2x bleeding valves, 11mm, 18.5 Nm, 2x covers
Remove bleeding valve cover and install the fluid catching bottle to RH rear brake caliper bleeding valve before starting the ESP

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1x cover
Open the RH rear brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to
PROC_ESP_FRONT-L-REAR-R-BRAKE-BLEED
via Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Bleed FL-RRvia Service Mode Plus:
chassis ➜ ESP Post Replacement ➜ Bleed FL/RR Calipers
chassis ➜ ESP Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FL/RR Calipers
chassis ➜ IBST Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FL/RR Calipers
and select "Run" to start the ESP and then close the bleeding valve once the pump stops running
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1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm
Repeat the above step until clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of the RH rear brake caliper bleeding valve

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1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm
Remove the fluid catching bottle, Torque RH rear brake caliper bleeding valve and install cover

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1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm, 1x cover
Remove bleeding valve cover and install the fluid catching bottle to LH rear brake caliper bleeding valve before starting the ESP

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1x cover
Open the LH rear brake caliper bleeding valve then Click the play button next to
PROC_ESP_FRONT-R-REAR-L-BRAKE-BLEED
via Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Bleed FR-RLvia Service Mode Plus:
chassis ➜ ESP Post Replacement ➜ Bleed FR/RL Calipers
chassis ➜ ESP Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FR/RL Calipers
chassis ➜ IBST Replacement Panel ➜ Bleed FR/RL Calipers
and select "Run" to start the ESP and then close the bleeding valve once the pump stops running
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1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm
Repeat the above step until clear fluid and no air bubbles come out of the LH rear brake caliper bleeding valve

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1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm
Remove the fluid catching bottle, Torque LH rear brake caliper bleeding valve and install cover

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1x bleeding valve, 10mm, 10 Nm, 1x cover
Turn off and remove pressure brake bleeder kit from vehicle
Install brake reservoir cap
Pump brake pedal a few times to ensure pedal feels normal
Using Toolbox 3:
1. Select the Actions tab and search for "Stiffness".
2. Select the ODIN routine TEST_BRAKE_X_STIFFNESS-TEST-SERVICEvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Stiffness Testvia Service Mode Plus: chassis ➜ ESP Replacement Panel ➜ Stiffness Test, and then click the link of the routine.
3. If brake pads or rotors have been replaced, select UNBURNISHED under "Action_Type". In all other cases, select BURNISHED.
4. Click RUN, and allow the routine to complete.
  
  Note
  Do not press the brake pedal during the test.
Disconnect Toolbox 3 from vehicle and remove laptop and ethernet diag kit

Note
If RJ45 ethernet diagnostic connector present media converter box not required. Disconnect directly from laptop using an RJ45 Ethernet cable
Install RH underhood apron

Note
10x clips
Install LH underhood apron

Note
10x clips
Install rear underhood apron

Note
8x clips
Close hood

Note
Press firmly in green highlighted areas (see image), Damage may result from pressure elsewhere on hood
Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks

Note
Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Install LH front wheel

Note
5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Install RH front wheel

Note
5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Install RH rear wheel

Note
5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Install LH rear wheel

Note
5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground

Note
Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
Torque LH front wheel

Note
5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Install LH front wheel cap

Note
Align valve stem with cap
Torque RH front wheel

Note
5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Install RH front wheel cap

Note
Align valve stem with cap
Torque RH rear wheel

Note
5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 Nm
Install RH rear wheel cap

Note
Align valve stem with cap
Torque LH rear wheel

Note
5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 Nm
Install LH rear wheel cap

Note
Align valve stem with cap
Remove vehicle from lift

Note
Lower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
Raise LH front window
Close LH front door
Perform a road test and ensure proper brake pedal feel and performance

Note
Add correction code (00040100) to account for time

Model S Service Manual

Noise Absorber - Motor Bay - Front Bulkhead (Remove and Replace)

Remove

Install

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