Superbeam (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 31108302 1.38 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
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
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Perform the following sub-steps using
Toolbox 3:
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Disconnect the laptop from the
vehicle.
NoteDo not close Toolbox 3 because it will be needed to resume later in this procure.
- Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Install).
- Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the wiper module. See Wiper Module (Remove and Replace).
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Release the clip that attach the
supermanifold to the battery pump supply hose from the LV battery.
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Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the
LV battery, and then remove the battery from the vehicle.
Note10mm. Torque 9 Nm.
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Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the
wiper mount bracket.
Note13mm. Torque 25 Nm.NoteSlide the bracket towards the RH shock tower along the superbeam to clear the HEPA filter housing.
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Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the
remote brake fluid reservoir to the LH FST cap.
Note10mm. Torque 8 Nm. 1x datum.NoteRotate the reservoir with the bracket out of the LH FST cap.
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Remove the bolts (x3) and clip that
attach the LH FST cap to the superbeam.
Note13mm. Torque 22 Nm.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the LH
FST cap to the shock tower, and then remove the cap from the vehicle.
Note13mm. Torque 14 Nm.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the
front controller ground cable.
Note10mm. Torque 10 Nm.
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Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the
RH FST cap to the superbeam.
Note13mm. Torque 22 Nm.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the RH
FST cap from the shock tower, and then remove the cap from the vehicle.
Note13mm. Torque 14 Nm.NoteRelease the keyed ground strap from the RH FST cap after removal.
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Release the upper connections (x2) on
the front controller.
NoteLocking connectors (x2). Push in locking tabs and lift levers to release.
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Disconnect the LH middle electrical
connector on the front controller.
NoteLocking connector (x1).NotePush in the locking tab and lift the lever to release.
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Disconnect the RH middle electrical
connectors on the front controller.
NoteLocking connectors (x2).NoteSlide the locking mechanism outwards to release.
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Disconnect the lower electrical
connectors (x2) on the front controller.
NoteLocking connectors (x2).NoteSlide the red locking tab outwards to release.
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Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the
front controller to the superbeam.
Note10mm. Torque 10 Nm.
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Remove the front controller from the
vehicle.
NoteLocating tabs (x2). Ground cable (x1).
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Release the clips (x3) that attach the
air suspension line front bundle to the superbeam complete assembly.
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Release the clip and bolt that attach
the electrical harness to the superbeam.
Note10mm or E10 5-lobe socket. Torque 9 Nm.
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
A/C compressor to the superbeam, and then release the compressor bracket from the
superbeam.
Note15mm. Torque 31 Nm.NoteRecommend assistance. Support the A/C compressor while removing the fasteners. Carefully remove the A/C compressor and the A/C compressor bracket towards the front of the vehicle and under the superbeam. Be careful around the coolant hose and the supermanifold harness. Place fender cover on fan housing and gently place A/C compressor assembly down.
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
supermanifold to the superbeam, and then slowly rest the superbeam on the front drive
unit with help from an assistant.
Note15 mm. Torque 31 Nm.NoteSupport from underneath, and then rest on rag on top of the heat exchanger.
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Remove the schrader valve cap from the
air reservoir.
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Release residual air from the air
reservoir by pressing down on the schrader valve to deflate the reservoir
completely.
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Remove the nut that attaches the valve
block line to the reservoir.
Note13mm. Torque 5 Nm.
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Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the
superbeam to the vehicle, and then remove the superbeam from the vehicle.
Note15mm. Torque 60 Nm.
Install
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Install the bolts (x4) that attach the
superbeam to the vehicle.
Note15mm. Torque 60 Nm.
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Install the nut that attaches the
valve block line to the reservoir.
Note13mm. Torque 5 Nm.
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With an assistant, install the bolts
(x2) that attach the supermanifold to the superbeam.
Note15 mm. Torque 31 Nm.NoteSupport from underneath. Hand start bolts to the supermanifold.NoteRemove the shop towel from the heat exchanger.
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With an assistant, position the A/C
compressor bracket assembly into the vehicle, and then hand tighten the bolts (x2) that
attach the A/C compressor assembly to the superbeam, and then tighten to
specifications.
Note15mm. Torque 31 Nm.NoteSupport the A/C compressor while installing the bolts.NoteCarefully install the A/C compressor and the A/C compressor bracket towards the rear of the vehicle and under the superbeam. Negotiate the bracket around the coolant hose and the supermanifold electrical harness.
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Tighten the A/C compressor bracket
bolts (x2) to the superbeam.
Note15mm. Torque 31 Nm.
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Install the bolt and clip that
attaches the frunk harness to the superbeam.
Note10mm or E10 5-lobe socket. Torque 9 Nm.
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Install the bolts (x4) that attach the
wiper mount bracket.
Note13mm. Torque 25 Nm.NoteSlide the bracket from the RH shock tower area along the superbeam to clear the HEPA filter housing.
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Install the bolts (x3) that attach the
LV battery to the superbeam.
Note3x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm. 2x locators
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Install the clip that attaches the
supermanifold to battery pump supply hose onto the LV battery.
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Install the clips (x3) that attach the
air suspension line front bundle to the superbeam assembly.
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Install the bolt and clip that attach
the frunk harness to the superbeam.
Note10mm or E10 5-lobe socket. Torque 9 Nm.
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Connect the wiper module electrical
connector, and then install the bolts (x3) that attach the wiper module.
Note10mm. Torque 9 Nm.NoteSecure the electrical connector before installation.NoteRotate the wiper module rearward and up into place.
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Install the bolt that attaches the LH
FST cap to the shock tower.
Note13mm. Torque 14 Nm.
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Install the bolts (x3) and clip that
attach the LH FST cap to the superbeam.
Note13mm. Torque 22 Nm.
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Install the bolts (x2) that attach the
remote brake fluid reservoir to the LH FST cap.
Note10mm. Torque 8 Nm. 1x datum.NoteRotate the reservoir with bracket onto LH FST cap.
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Install the bolt that attaches the RH
FST cap to the shock tower.
Note13mm. Torque 14 Nm.NoteInsert keyed ground strap into the RH FST cap before installation.
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Position the front controller for
installation and position ground cable.
NoteLocating tabs (x2).
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Install the bolts (x3) that attach the
front controller.
Note10mm. Torque 10 Nm.NoteStart with the side bolt first.
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Install the bolt that attaches the
front controller ground cable.
Note10mm. Torque 10 Nm.
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Connect the lower electrical
connectors (x2) on the front controller.
NoteLocking connectors (x2). Engage the red locking tab.
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Connect the RH middle electrical
connectors (x2) on the front controller.
NoteLocking connectors (x2).NoteVerify that the yellow locking tabs are fully opened. Seat connectors and mechanism will begin to engage.
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Connect the LH middle connector for
the front controller.
NoteLocking connector (x1).NoteVerify that the lever is fully opened. Seat connector and lever will being to engage.
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Connect the upper connectors (x2) for
the front controller.
NoteLocking connectors (x2).NoteVerify that the levers are fully opened. Seat connectors and levers will begin to engage.
- Install the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the schrader valve cap from the
air reservoir.
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Set up the nitrogen tank kit to fill
the reservoir.
NoteVerify that the valves are set to the closed position on the tank, regulator, and the air line.
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Connect the nitrogen tank hose to the
reservoir.
NoteEarly production VINs have A/C valves fittings and need an adapter for schrader fill type ports.
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Open the valve on the nitrogen tank
and set the pressure using the regulator.
NoteSlowly open valve and adjust regulator. Verify pressure is set to 18 Bar.
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Open the valve on the nitrogen tank
hose.
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Verify that the pressure holds on the
regulator valve gauge at 18 Bar.
NoteIf the pressure does not hold, there may be a leak present.
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Close the valve on the nitrogen tank
hose.
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Close the valve on the nitrogen
tank.
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Close the pressure regulator valve on
the nitrogen tank to release the line pressure in the lines.
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Remove the nitrogen tank hose from the
reservoir.
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Install the cap onto reservoir
valve.
- Reconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Install).
- Reconnect the laptop with Toolbox 3 again to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
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Perform the following sub-steps using
Toolbox 3:
- Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
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On the vehicle touchscreen, set the
air suspension from "Jack Mode" to "Standard".