2022-07-11

Wiper Blades - Pair (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17501702 0.06 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 hood.
  2. Use the touchscreen to place the wipers into "Wiper Service Mode".
  3. Lift the wiper blade away from the windshield, press and hold the tab on the RH wiper blade, and then slide the wiper blade away from the wiper arm to remove it. Repeat this step for the LH wiper blade.
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    CAUTION
    Place a shop towel under the wiper arm to prevent damage to the windshield.
    Figure 1. RH shown; LH similar
    Figure 2. RH shown; LH similar

Install

  1. Position the LH wiper blade onto the wiper arm, and then slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm to secure the tab. Repeat this step for the RH wiper blade.
    Figure 3. LH shown; RH similar
  2. Remove the shop towel from under the wiper arm.
  3. Remove the wipers from "Wiper Service Mode".
  4. Close the hood.