2023-02-01

Camera - Triple - Forward Facing (HW3) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17221012 0.30 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. Remove the lower camera cover. See Camera Cover - Lower (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the rear view mirror. See Mirror - Rear View (Remove and Replace).
  3. Carefully pull down on the upper camera cover to release it from the clips (x4), and then lower the rear view mirror harness cover.
  4. Disconnect the forward facing camera fan electrical connector.
  5. Release the heater grid electrical harness from the hooks (x2) and the connector retainer.
  6. Disconnect the GPS antenna electrical connector.
  7. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the glare shield to the windshield, and then remove the assembly from the windshield.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Tilt the glare shield down and slide the tabs forward.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
  8. Remove the screws (x4) that attach the mounting plate to the winshield.
    0.8 Nm (7 lbs-in)
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    Note
    Allow the camera to hang by the harness.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T10 socket
  9. Disconnect the connectors (x2), and then remove the forward facing triple camera from the vehicle.
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    Use a prytool if the double connector is difficult to remove.

Install

  1. Clean the inner windshield camera viewing area with a clean microfiber cloth and glass cleaner. Let the windshield fully dry before continuing.
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    CAUTION
    Verify that the windshield has no stains or leftover residue. Otherwise, Autopilot features may be hindered.
  2. Position the forward facing triple camera into the vehicle, connect the connectors (x2), and then secure the locking tabs.
  3. Position the triple camera to the camera mounting bracket, and then install the screws (x4) that attach the mounting plate to the winshield.
    0.8 Nm (7 lbs-in)
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    Note
    Allow the camera to hang by the harness.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T10 socket
  4. Position the glare shield assembly to the windshield, and then install bolts (x2) that attach the assembly to the windshield.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Slide the tabs into the triple camera assembly and align the datums.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
  5. Secure the heater grid electrical harness to the hooks (x2) and the connector retainer.
  6. Connect the GPS antenna connector.
  7. Connect the forward facing camera fan electrical connector.
  8. Perform pitch verification. See Camera - Forward Facing (Pitch Verification).