Noise Absorber - Motor Bay - Front (Pre-Refresh) (Remove and Replace)

Open LH front door

Lower LH front window

Open hood

Note

Using MCU touchscreen > Controls > Frunk Trunk

Remove rear underhood apron

Note

8x clips

Remove LH underhood apron

Note

9x clips

Remove RH underhood apron

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9x clips

Remove rear bolts securing underhood storage unit to body

Note

2x bolts, 13mm, 4 Nm, Peel back carpet for access

Remove front nuts securing underhood storage unit to body

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2x nuts, 8mm, 8 Nm, Peel back carpet for access

Disconnect emergency hood release and front light harness

Note

2x connectors, Push wiring harness grommet through underhood storage unit

Remove underhood storage unit from vehicle

Remove LH side wiper arm

Note

1x nut, 17mm, 31 Nm

Remove RH side wiper arm

Note

1x nut, 17mm, 31 Nm

Remove cowl screen panel

Note

4x push clips, 2x end tabs

Remove HVAC filter cap

Note

2x tabs

Remove bolts securing front HVAC filter housing

Note

2x bolts, 10mm, 1.5 Nm

Remove front HVAC filter housing

Note

2x tabs

Move LH front seat backward

Connect a laptop to the diagnostic port of the vehicle, and then use Toolbox 3 to locally connect to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).

Unlock the vehicle gateway for diagnostic communication. See Gateway Unlock.

In Toolbox 3, click the Actions tab, type "Fluid fill drain" into the search field, click PROC_THC_X_FLUID-FILL-DRAINvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Thermal ➜ Actions ➜ Stop Fluid Fill/Drain, click Start, click Coolant, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.

CAUTION

Ensure that the charge cable is not connected before continuing to the next step in this procedure.

Power off vehicle from MCU

Note

Via Controls > Safety & Security > Power Off

Disconnect the 12V negative terminal

Note

1x nut, 10mm, 5 Nm

Disconnect first responder loop

Remove fuse box mounting bolts on RH shock brace

Note

2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm

Remove AC line bracket bolt on RH shock brace

Note

1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm

Remove air suspension reservoir bracket mounting fasteners from RH shock brace

Note

2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm

Remove RH shock tower brace

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1x bolt, 13mm, 30 Nm, 2x bolts, 13mm, 20 Nm

Release wire harness from LH shock brace

Note

1 fir tree clip

Remove air suspension reservoir bracket mounting fasteners from LH shock brace

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2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm

Remove wiper motor fastener mounted to LH shock brace

Note

1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm

Remove LH shock tower brace

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1x bolt, 13mm, 30 Nm, 2x bolts, 13mm, 20 Nm

Remove wiper motor

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3x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x connector

Set air suspension reservoir aside for access

Note

Maneuver below AC line

Remove lug nut covers from LH front wheel

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5x covers

Remove lug nut covers from LH rear wheel

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5x covers

Remove lug nut covers from RH rear wheel

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5x covers

Remove lug nut covers from RH front wheel

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5x covers

Loosen LH front wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm

Loosen LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm

Loosen RH rear wheel

Note

5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm

Loosen RH front wheel

Note

5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm

Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks

Note

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

Remove LH front wheel

Note

5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm

Remove clips securing rear portion of the LH front wheel house liner and reposition to gain access

Note

6x clips

Disconnect harness connectors from brake booster assembly

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2x connectors, 1x clip

Remove LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm

Remove RH rear wheel

Note

5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm

Remove RH front wheel

Note

5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm

Raise vehicle fully and lower lift 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

Remove vent covers from HV battery

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2x vent covers

Remove clips securing LH shear plate to wheel fairing

Note

2x push clips

Remove the fasteners securing LH shear plate

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1x nyloc nut, 15mm, 35 Nm, 3x screws, T25, 6 Nm, 1x bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm, Discard nut after removal

Remove clips securing RH shear plate to wheel fairing

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2x push clips

Remove fasteners securing RH shear plate

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1x nyloc nut, 15mm, 35 Nm, 3x screws, T25, 6 Nm, 1x bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm, Discard nut after removal

Remove LH outer diffuser rail

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2x push clips, 2x self tapping bolts, 10mm, 3 Nm, 1x self tapping bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm

Remove LH inner diffuser rail

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2x self tapping bolts, 10mm, 3 Nm, 1x bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm

Remove RH inner diffuser rail

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2x self tapping bolts, 10mm, 3 Nm, 1x bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm

Remove RH outer diffuser rail

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2x push clips, 2x self tapping bolts, 10mm, 3 Nm, 1x self tapping bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm

Remove mid-aero shield

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9x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm

Remove front lower bash plate extrusion

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2x bolts, T30, 16 Nm

Raise vehicle off of HV battery

Loosen four center bolts securing HV battery

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4x patch bolts, E12, 38 Nm, Discard after removal

Remove four center bolts securing HV battery with battery powered drill

Note

4x patch bolts, E12, 38 Nm, Discard after removal

Position battery table beneath vehicle

Lower vehicle to table

Note

Recommend assistance, Align table to vehicle and raise casters to level table if necessary

Loosen remaining eight center bolts securing HV battery

Note

8x patch bolts, E12, 38 Nm, Discard after removal

Remove remaining eight center bolts securing HV battery with battery powered drill

Note

8x patch bolts, E12, 38 Nm, Discard after removal

Loosen front four HV battery bolts

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4x patch bolts, 13mm, 30 Nm, Discard after removal

Remove front four HV battery bolts with battery powered drill

Note

4x patch bolts, 13mm, 30 Nm, Discard after removal

Loosen 21mm bolts securing front of HV battery

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2x bolts, 21mm, 115 Nm, Discard after removal

Remove 21mm bolts securing front of HV battery with battery powered drill

Note

2x bolts, 21mm, 115 Nm, Discard after removal

Loosen LH rocker bolts

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8x patch bolts, 13mm, 55 Nm, Discard after removal

Remove LH rocker bolts with battery powered drill

Note

8x patch bolts, 13mm, 55 Nm, Discard after removal

Loosen RH rocker bolts

Note

8x patch bolts, 13mm, 55 Nm, Discard after removal

Remove RH rocker bolts with battery powered drill

Note

8x patch bolts, 13mm, 55 Nm, Discard after removal

Move battery away from vehicle

Remove all items from pockets and ensure not wearing metal items

Inspect HV insulating gloves

Note

Check gloves for damage prior to use, Refer to service document TN-15-92-003, for information on inspecting HV gloves, https://service.teslamotors.com/documents?model=&keys=TN-15-92-003&vehicle_system=&sort_by=field_date_submitted&sort_order=DESC

Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves

Check voltage on HV rapid mate

Note

B+ to ground, B- to ground, and B+ to B-, If any voltage reading is more than 10V, the pack contactors are not fully opened, Contact Engineering for support

Cover the high voltage connector with a HV Rapid Mate cover, and the low voltage connector with a LV Rapid Mate cover

Note

If these covers are not available, cover the Rapid Mate connectors with masking tape to prevent debris from falling in

Remove HV insulating gloves

Disconnect electric battery heater logic connector

Note

1x connector

Lower vehicle to comfortable working height

Disconnect battery heater connector from FJB

Note

1x connector, Disengage locking tab, then remove connector body, 1x edge clip

Place coolant catcher underneath vehicle

Clamp coolant hoses

Disconnect coolant hoses to heater assembly

Note

2x hoses

Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks

Note

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

Remove bolts securing electrical battery heater to DCDC bracket

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2x bolts, 10mm, 7.7 Nm

Lower vehicle to comfortable working height

Remove electrical battery heater assembly

Remove the top bolts securing DCDC bracket to body

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2x bolts, 13mm, 22 Nm

Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks

Note

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

Remove 12V cable from DCDC assembly

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1x bolt, 13mm, 12 Nm

Remove nut securing DCDC ground cable to chassis

Note

1x bolt, 13mm, 9 Nm

Disconnect 12V logic connector from DCDC

Note

1x connector

Disconnect black HV connector from DCDC

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1x connector

Position coolant drain container under the front of the vehicle to catch vehicle coolant

Release lower coolant hose from DCDC

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1x clamp

Remove nut securing bottom DCDC bracket to body

Note

1x nut, 13mm, 22 Nm

Remove DCDC from vehicle

Remove coolant drain container from underneath vehicle

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

Move washer bottle neck to gain access to brake fluid level sensor

Note

1x clip

Disconnect brake fluid reservoir

Note

1x connector

Place absorbent material underneath brake booster and reservoir area

Clean area around brake fluid reservoir and remove cap

Remove fluid from brake fluid reservoir

Disconnect brake lines from brake booster

Note

2x nuts, 12mm, 20 Nm

Release the front section of the LH center console wrapped trim

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10x clips, only necessary to release the front section to remove the center console carpeted closeout extension

Remove LH side console closeout panel

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6x clips, Pull side panel back and slide closeout panel down behind side panel

Remove LH lower IP trim

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1x screw, T20, 2 Nm, 9x clips

Remove LH footwell cover

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2x screws, T20, 2 Nm, 1x connector

Remove the spring clip from the brake pedal clevis pin

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1x spring clip

Remove the brake pedal clevis pin

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Depress the brake pedal for clearance

Remove and discard the fasteners securing the brake pedal to the brake booster

Note

4x nyloc nuts, 13mm, 23 Nm, Discard after removal

Remove brake booster assembly from vehicle

Remove fuse box cover

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2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x tabs

Remove power cable

Note

1x nut, 13mm, 12 Nm

Remove ground cable

Note

1x nut, 13mm, 12 Nm

Disconnect the SRS Pyrotechnic at the Battery Fuse Box

Note

1x connector, Depress the 2 connector lock tabs and gently remove connector from airbag, Warning: To avoid personal injury, observe all relevant safety precautions before removing or testing any SRS components.

Remove terminals from fusebox

Note

7x nuts, 8mm, 5 Nm, Wires have tags to identify where they go, remember order of wires, Take picture if necessary

Remove fuse box assembly from body

Note

2x bolts, 2x nuts, 10mm, 5 Nm, Nuts located under fuse box against bulkhead, Move fuse box aside for access

Separate bracket from fuse box

Note

1x nut, 10mm, 5 Nm, Be cautious of plastic spacer and stud in between bracket and fuse box

Release harness from fuse box lower bracket

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2x fir tree clips

Remove lower part of fuse bracket from body

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2x bolts, 13mm, 15 Nm

Remove screws securing harness bracket to bulkhead

Note

2x plastic nuts, 10mm, Hand tight, do not over torque

Release harness clips on LH side of bulkhead

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3x barrel clips

Release harness clips from RH side of bulkhead

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4x barrel clips

Disconnect black connector

Note

1x connector, Disengage locking tab, Connector located above FJB

Release red locking tab and disconnect PTC heater HV connector from FJB

Note

1x connector

Release harness clip from the center of the bulkhead

Note

1x barrel clip

Cut slits into front motor bay noise absorber

Note

These cuts will aid in removal of noise absorber

Remove front motor bay noise absorber from vehicle

Cut slits into front motor bay noise absorber

Note

These cuts will aid in installation of noise absorber

Position front motor bay noise absorber into vehicle

Note

Use caution when positioning, studs can tear absorber

Secure harness clips to LH side of bulkhead

Note

3x barrel clips

Secure harness clips to RH side of bulkhead

Note

4x barrel clips

Secure harness clip to the center of the bulkhead

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1x barrel clip

Connect PTC heater high voltage connector

Note

1x connector

Connect black front harness connector

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1x connector, Engage locking tab, Connector located above FJB

Secure harness bracket to bulkhead

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2x plastic nuts, 10mm, Torque by hand until snug, Do not over tighten

Install lower portion of fuse bracket to body

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2x bolts, 13mm, 15 Nm

Secure harness to fuse box lower bracket

Note

2x fir tree clips

Secure fuse box bracket to fuse box

Note

1x nut, 10mm, 5 Nm, Position plastic spacer in between bracket and fuse box before mating

Secure fuse box assembly to body

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2x bolts, 2x nuts, 10mm, 5 Nm

Secure front harness terminals to fuse box

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7x nuts, 8mm, 5 Nm, Wires have tags to identify where they need to be placed

Connect the SRS connector at the battery Pyrotechnic

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1x connector, Ensure harness is tucked into the correct routing on the wire separator cover

Connect power cable

Note

1x nut, 13mm, 12 Nm

Connect ground cable

Note

1x nut, 13mm, 12 Nm

Install fuse box cover

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2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x tabs

Position brake booster assembly into vehicle

Install the fasteners securing the brake pedal to the brake booster at the bulkhead

Note

4x nyloc nuts, 13mm, 23 Nm, Install new nyloc nuts

Install the brake pedal clevis pin

Note

Depress the brake pedal for clearance

Install the spring clip to secure the clevis pin

Note

1x spring clip

Reinstall LH footwell cover

Note

2x screws, T20, 2 Nm, 1x connector

Install LH lower IP trim

Note

1x screw, T20, 2 Nm, 9x clips, Replace any damaged or missing clips prior to installation

Install LH IP side cover

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4x clips, 1x connector

Install LH console closeout extension

Note

12x clips

Secure LH center console wrapped trim panel

Note

22x clips

Connect brake lines into brake booster

Note

1x nut, 12mm, 20 Nm

Top off reservoir

Note

Make sure not get any brake fluid on paint surface, Clean brake fluid residual with shop towels

Remove absorbent material from underneath brake booster and reservoir area

Connect brake fluid reservoir connector

Note

1x connector

Place washer bottle neck back into position

Note

1x clip

Raise vehicle fully and lower lift 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

Position DCDC assembly into vehicle

Install nut securing bottom DCDC bracket to body

Note

1x nut,13mm, 22 Nm

Install lower coolant hose to DCDC

Note

1x clamp

Connect black HV connector unto DCDC

Note

1x connector, Red locking tab

Connect 12V logic connector onto DCDC

Note

1x connector

Install ground cable onto body

Note

1x bolt, 13mm, 9 Nm

Install DCDC into position and reinstall upper bolts securing DCDC to body

Note

2x bolt, 13mm, 12 Nm

Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks

Note

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

Install bolts securing DCDC upper bracket to body

Note

2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm

Position electrical battery heater into position for installation

Raise vehicle fully and lower lift 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 bolts securing electrical battery heater to DCDC bracket

Note

2x bolts, 10mm, 7.7 Nm

Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks

Note

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

Connect coolant hoses to battery heater

Note

2x hoses

Connect electrical battery heater connector to FJB

Note

1x connector, Secure locking tab, 1x edge clip

Raise vehicle fully and lower lift 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

Connect electric battery heater logic connector

Note

1x connector

Position HV battery underneath vehicle

Remove covers or tape from LV and HV Rapid Mates

Lower vehicle onto pack

Note

Align Rapid Mate connections before lowering fully, Recommend assistance

Install front bolts for HV battery with battery powered drill

Note

4x patch bolts, 13mm, 30 Nm, Install new patch bolts, Do not over tighten bolts, Torque at later step

Install 21mm bolts at front of HV battery with battery powered drill

Note

2x bolts, 21mm, 115 Nm, Install new bolts, Do not over tighten bolts, Torque at later step

Install eight outer center bolts with battery powered drill

Note

8x patch bolts, E12, 38 Nm, Install new patch bolts, Do not over tighten bolts, Torque at later step

Install LH rocker bolts with battery powered drill

Note

8x patch bolts, 13mm, 55 Nm, Install new patch bolts, Do not over tighten bolts, Torque at later step

Install RH rocker bolts with battery powered drill

Note

8x patch bolts, 13mm, 55 Nm, Install new patch bolts, Do not over tighten bolts, Torque at later step

Torque rocker HV battery bolts on both sides

Note

16x patch bolts, 13mm, 55 Nm

Torque remaining HV battery bolts

Note

8x patch bolts, E12, 38 Nm, 2x bolts, 21mm, 115 Nm, 4x patch bolts, 13mm, 30 Nm

Raise vehicle and remove battery table

Note

Recommend assistance

Install inner center HV battery bolts with battery powered drill

Note

4x patch bolts, E12, 38 Nm, Install new patch bolts, Do not over tighten bolts

Torque the inner center HV battery bolts

Note

4x patch bolts, E12, 38 Nm

Install front lower bash plate extrusion

Note

2x patch bolts, T30, 16 Nm

Place mid-aero shield for installation

Note

9x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm

Install RH outer diffuser rail

Note

2x clips, 2x self tapping bolts, 10mm, 3 Nm, 1x self tapping bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm

Install RH inner diffuser rail

Note

2x self tapping bolts, 10mm, 3 Nm, 1x bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm

Install LH inner diffuser rail

Note

2x self tapping bolts, 10mm, 3 Nm, 1x bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm

Install LH outer diffuser rail

Note

2x clips, 2x self tapping bolts, 10mm, 3 Nm, 1x self tapping bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm

Install screws, bolt, and nut securing RH shear plate to vehicle

Note

3x screws, T25, 6 Nm, 1x bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm, 1x nut, 15mm, 35 Nm, Install new nut

Install clips securing RH shear plate to wheel fairing

Note

2x push clips

Install screws, bolt, and nut securing LH shear plate to vehicle

Note

3x screws, T25, 6 Nm, 1x bolt, 10mm, 4 Nm, 1x nut, 15mm, 35 Nm, Install new nut

Install clips securing LH shear plate to wheel fairing

Note

2x push clips

Connect harness connectors to brake booster assembly

Note

2x connectors, 1x clip

Secure rear portion of the LH front wheel house liner to vehicle

Note

6x clips

Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks

Note

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

Place air suspension reservoir into position

Loosely install air suspension reservoir brackets

Note

2x screws, T25, 2.5 Nm

Install LH shock tower brace

Note

1x bolt, 13mm, 30 Nm, 2x bolts, 13mm, 20 Nm

Install RH shock tower brace

Note

2x bolts, 13mm, 20 Nm, 1x bolt, 13mm, 20 Nm

Install wiper motor

Note

3x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x connector

Secure air suspension reservoir brackets

Note

2x screws, T25, 2.5 Nm

Remove the coolant reservoir cap

Top up coolant reservoir

Note

If necessary

Connect first responder loop

Note

1x connector, Engage red locking tab

Connect 12V battery negative terminal

Note

1x nut, 10mm, 5 Nm

Connect a laptop to the diagnostic port of the vehicle, and then use Toolbox 3 to locally connect to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).

Unlock the vehicle gateway for diagnostic communication. See Gateway Unlock.

In Toolbox 3, click the Actions tab, type "Fluid fill drain" into the search field, click PROC_THC_X_FLUID-FILL-DRAINvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Thermal ➜ Actions ➜ Stop Fluid Fill/Drain, click Stop, click Coolant, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.

In Toolbox 3, click the Actions tab, type "Coolant air purge" into the search field, click PROC_THC_X_COOLANT-AIR-PURGEvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Thermal ➜ Actions ➜ Coolant Air Purge, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.

Top up coolant reservoir

Note

If necessary

Install coolant reservoir cap

Install front HVAC filter housing

Note

2x tabs

Install bolts securing front HVAC filter housing

Note

2x bolts, 10mm, 1.5 Nm

Install cowl screen panel

Note

4x push clips, 2x end tabs, Secure along base of windshield

Install RH side wiper arm

Note

1x nut, 17mm, 31 Nm

Install LH side wiper arm

Note

1x nut, 17mm, 31 Nm

Perform the brake bleed procedure. See Bleed or Flush Procedure - System (Remove and Replace).

Once all Toolbox 3 routines have been completed, disconnect the laptop with Toolbox 3 from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).

Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks

Note

Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to side, Always lower lift arms onto locks after raising vehicle