01/04/2024 14:02:42

Insulator - Dash (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 15308402 6.65 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.

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. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

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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, DO NOT position the lift arm pads under the battery or side rails, as shown in red.
Open all four doors.
Lower LH and RH front windows.
Turn HVAC on, Turn AC off and set the Blower Speed to 10. Set the Temperature to HI and run for 10 minutes .

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This will clear most of the oil out of the cabin condenser.
Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Install).
Turn off the HVAC and let it sit for 1 minute .

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Make sure both compressor and blower are off, this allows refrigerant inside cabin condenser to return to the accumulator.
Turn the HVAC back on, Turn the AC on, set the Blower Speed to 10 and the Temperature to LO, run the HVAC for 10 minutes .

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This step will clear most of the oil out of the evaporator.
Connect A/C machine to power and switch on.

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Touch time only, Machine will run various background tasks, Wait until Main Menu comes up before continuing.
Skip the following panels when prompted.

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Use selections indicated in pictures.
Perform hose flush.

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Touch time only, Connect couplers to machine, Open couplers by turning clockwise, Using Main Menu > Next > Menu > Flush hoses > Verify hose connection, Machine will chime once process is complete.
Release RH wiper arm hose nozzle.

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1x hose.
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 RH wiper arm nut covers.

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2x cover.
Remove RH wiper arm nuts and release assembly.

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2x nuts, 15mm, 32 Nm, Do not flex wiper arm to remove.
Remove LH wiper arm nut and release assembly.

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1x nut, 15mm, 32 Nm, Do not flex wiper arm to remove, Lower the hood slightly to fit wiper arm removal tool.
Release cowl screen washer supply hose located above LH shock tower cover.

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1x hose.
Remove LH outer hood hinge cover.

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1x clips.
Remove RH outer hood hinge cover.

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1x clips.
Remove wiper cowl screen panel.

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4x push clips, Pull cowl up out of lower windshield channel.
Turn off the AC and Blower motor.
Release IP service panel.

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2x tabs, 4x datums, Release top tabs and slide rearward.
Using laptop connect to vehicle with ethernet diag kit and Toolbox 3.

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Open Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to the vehicle. Media converter box is powered by laptop using USB, Ethernet connection will provide communication.
Select Actions tab and search for "Refrigerant".
Select PROC_VCFRONT_X_START-THERMAL-FILL-DRAIN-REFRIGERANT, click Run, and allow routine to complete.

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Select "x" at the top right of the window to close once complete, Thermal Fill Drain routine has a 5 hour time limit, After 5 hours EXV's will close and routine must be performed again, Verify EXV positions are open via Garage > Vitals > HP > Refrigerant Loop EXV, Verify LCC, CC Left, Evap, CC Right, Chiller are all at ~100%. Recirc is at ~20%, LCC Solenoid is OPENED .
Disconnect Toolbox 3 from vehicle and remove laptop and ethernet diag kit.
Remove the center console assembly. See Center Console Assembly (Remove and Replace).
Adjust steering column fully rearward and fully down.

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Via UI > Controls > Steering , Use left steering wheel scroll wheel to adjust steering column.
Power off vehicle via center display.

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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, Release red lock tab on FRL.
Remove wiper module.

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3x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, 1x connector, Rotate module forward and up to access connector.
Remove caps from low side and high side AC ports.

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2x caps.
Connect hoses to vehicle and perform A/C recovery.

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Connect couplers to vehicle, Note the amount of refrigerant and oil recovered, mark oil drain bottle oil level (use a piece of tape marking the fluid level), Open couplers by turning clockwise, Using Main Menu > Recover > Verify hose connection, Machine will chime once process is complete, Vehicle may be left unattended, Note or print the amount of refrigerant and oil recovered, Refrigerant recovered should be ~2.24 lb (1.02 kg), Oil recovered should be ~0.3 oz (8.87 mL), If drained oil level increased more than 1.01 oz (30 mL) refer to drained oil loss chart.
Remove Penta HVAC line from HVAC assembly.

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2x bolts, 13mm, 22 Nm.
Release HVAC assembly bolt at bulkhead.

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1x bolt, 10mm, 8 Nm.
Release upper steering column bracket IP carrier bolts at bulkhead.

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2x bolts, 13mm, Torque 27 Nm.
Remove IP LH mid panel.

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6x tabs.
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 LH sunvisor bezel.

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6x clips, 5x tabs, Release clips, then slide bezel towards front of vehicle to release.
Remove bolts securing LH upper A-pillar to body.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, 1x screw, T20, 2.5 Nm, 1x nyloc nut, 13mm, 5 Nm, Discard nut after removal.
Remove LH upper A-pillar from vehicle.

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1x connector, 2x datums, 6x clips, Release clips and rotate pillar inboard to access connector, Release datums upward out of IP sub assembly.
Remove RH IP end cap.

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3x clips.
Remove RH mid A-pillar trim.

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2x clips, 3x datums, Release clips from upper A-pillar and IP sub assembly, Lift mid A-pillar trim out of lower A-pillar trim.
Remove RH front door sill trim panel.

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8x clips, 3x datums.
Remove RH lower A-pillar trim.

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1x bolt, T25, 5 Nm, 2x clips, 1x datum.
Fold RH front cabin carpet aside for access.
Release harness from RH footrest panel.

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1x clip.
Release RH footrest panel.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, 2x nut, 10mm, 5 Nm.
Remove RH footrest panel.

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Fold RH primary support carpet up, Rotate RH footrest panel out of vehicle.
Remove RH sunvisor bezel.

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6x clips, 1x tab, Release clips, then slide bezel towards front of vehicle to release.
Remove bolts securing RH upper A-pillar to body.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, 1x screw, T20, 2.5 Nm, 1x nyloc nut, 13mm, 5 Nm, Discard nut after removal.
Remove RH upper A-pillar from vehicle.

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1x connector, 2x datums, Rotate pillar inboard to access connector, Release datums upward out of IP sub assembly.
Release diagnostic and CAN harnesses from IP service panel.

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2x clips.
Remove IP service panel.

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1x connector.
Remove center display bracket bolts.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 11.5 Nm.
Remove center display shroud.

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3x tabs, Slide display outwards until shroud fully clears IP and support, Release the bottom tabs and pull upward.
Release center display coax and power connectors.

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2x connectors, 1x clip, Slide display rearward outwards from IP bracket and support during connector release.
Remove center display.

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Slide rearward, Place on soft clean surface.
Remove IP closeout panel.

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4x tabs.
Remove IP RH mid Panel.

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14x tabs, 2 datums.
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 fasteners securing RH knee air bag assembly to vehicle.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 8 Nm, 1x clip.
Remove the RH knee air bag assembly from vehicle.

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2x connectors, 1x clip, 6x tabs, 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 passenger IP air duct temperature sensor connector.

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1x connector.
Remove passenger IP air duct.

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2x push-pull rivets.
Remove IP carrier cross beam screws.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 3 Nm.
Release passenger IP airbag connectors.

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3x connectors, Pull down spring loaded locks simultaneously to release airbag connectors.
Release RH lower instrument panel.

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3x screws, T20, 3 Nm.
Release center lower instrument panel.

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6x screws, T20, 3 Nm.
Release LH lower instrument panel.

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3x screws, T20, 3 Nm.
Release instrument cluster harness.

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1x connector, 1x clip.
Release IP trim harness.

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1x connector, 1x clip.
Position lower instrument panel assembly away from IP sub-assembly.

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6x datums, Move top edge as far rearward as possible without excessive stress on assembly.
Release IP ground harness.

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1x clip, 1x bolt, 10mm, 9 Nm, Note routing behind center display RH bracket.
Remove IP sub-assembly.

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Slide IP sub-assembly rearward, Lift assembly up from IP carrier, Ensure airwave vents and passenger air bag are clear of lower IP assembly, Remove assembly out through RH front door, Recommend assistance as needed.
Remove driver IP air vent duct.

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2x rivets, 1x connector, Slide outboard and up out of HVAC unit assembly.
Remove driver floor jumper left foot duct.

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2x push clips.
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.
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.
Remove lower instrument panel assembly.

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3x screws, T20, 3 Nm, 8x tabs, Remaining screws located at bottom of assembly, Release assembly and carefully guide over upper steering column.
Release IP harness at LH and RH center display brackets.

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4x clips.
Release IP harness from center IP carrier.

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2x clips, Once released maneuver IP harness behind both center display brackets into passenger side footwell.
Release IP harness from RH IP carrier.

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4x clips.
Release IP harness from J12 x055 Dash connector at right body controller.

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3x clips, 1x connector, Release lock then remove.
Release IP harness connector x873 at top RH side of car computer gaming board.

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1x connector, Release lock on connector before removal.
Release connector to gaming MCU.

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1x connector, Depress lock on underside of connector before pulling out of socket, Possible damage to PCBA may occur if removed without releasing lock first.
Release IP harness connectors at LH side of car computer gaming board.

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5x connectors, Release locks on connectors before removal.
Release IP harness from lower center IP carrier.

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5x clips.
Release glove box USB cable from IP carrier.

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3x clips.
Release IP harness at upper center IP carrier.

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3x clips.
Release IP harness from LH center IP carrier.

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3x clips.
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.
Fold LH front cabin carpet aside for access.
Release IP harness from J12 x035 Dash connector at left body controller.

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5x clips, 1x connector, Release lock then remove.
Release IP harness connector x947F.

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1x connector, Release locking tab before removal.
Release IP cowl link.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Only remove the bolts from the IP carrier and HVAC box.
Remove IP harness from vehicle.

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Maneuver RH harness underneath IP cowl link, Maneuver LH harness up and over steering column.
Release upper steering column from steering column bracket.

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4x nuts, 13mm, 15 Nm, Rotate and set aside.
Release LH cross car beam assembly.

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2x bolts, 13mm, Torque 27 Nm.
Release RH cross car beam assembly.

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2x bolts, 13mm, Torque 27 Nm.
Release cross car beam assembly from toeboard bracket.

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2x bolts, 13mm, 27 Nm.
Release cross car beam assembly from HVAC unit.

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4x bolts, 10mm, 8 Nm.
Remove cross car beam assembly from body and HVAC unit.

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4x datums.
Remove cross car beam assembly from vehicle.

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Avoid contact with seats and inner door panel, Recommend assistance as required.
Release HVAC blower x059 connector and HVAC case x058 connector from right controller.

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1x clip, 2x connectors.
Release LH and RH rear vent ducts from HVAC assembly.
Release HVAC assembly from bulkhead.

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1x bolt, 10mm, 8 Nm.
Remove HVAC assembly from vehicle.

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Remove HVAC assembly towards rear of vehicle, Rotate counter clockwise and remove out of passenger front door, Recommend assistance.
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 and separate.

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1x bolt, 13mm, 30 Nm.
Slide steering column upward to remove it from steering gear assembly.
Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground.

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered.
Release steering intermediate shaft dash boot.

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Slide up and clear of dash panel.
Remove steering column.

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Guide lower steering shaft out through bulkhead while maneuvering upper steering brace out driver's door.
Release LH body harness from pedal assembly X168 and X039.

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3x clips, 2x connectors, Do not push down on red tab, Pull to disengage lock, Pull again to release connector.
Remove clevis pin from brake pedal assembly.

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1x clip, Remove cotter clip from clevis pin.
Remove brake pedal assembly.

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5x nyloc nuts, 13mm, 16.5 Nm, Discard after removal.
Release frunk harness connections from TASC ECU.

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3x connectors.
Remove fasteners securing TASC ECU and remove from vehicle.

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3x nuts, 10mm, 6 Nm.
Release RH body harness from right body controller.

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14x connectors, Release locks on connectors before removal.
Remove RH body controller to body.

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1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm, Discard nylon nut after removal, Carefully release RH controller from stud then lift upwards to release from tab and remove from vehicle .
Release RH body harness from upper and lower A-pillar.

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6x clips, 2x connectors, Release connector locks before removal.
Release RH body harness and RH frunk harness from passenger footwell.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, 2x clips.
Release connectors at RH side of entertainment motherboard.

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6x connectors, Release locks on connectors before removal.
Release connectors at RH side of AP motherboard.

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3x connectors, Release locks on connectors before removal.
Release connector to connectivity module.

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1x connector, Move release lock rearward before removal.
Release connections at LH side of AP motherboard.

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7x connectors, Release locks on connectors before removal.
Install coolant hose clamps to coldplate hoses.

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2x hoses, Place coolant absorbent mats or rags around the car computer.
Release coolant hoses from car computer coldplate assembly.

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2x spring locks, Install coolant plugs at both hoses and car computer, Clean any residual coolant from interior of vehicle, Remove clamps.
Remove car computer from vehicle.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm, 1x nut, 10mm, 8 Nm, Remove any residual coolant from vehicle.
Release LH body harness from body controller.

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13x connectors, Release connector locks before removal.
Remove LH body controller to body.

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1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm, Discard nylon nut after removal, Carefully release LH controller from stud then lift upwards to release from tab and remove from vehicle .
Release LH body harness from upper and lower a-pillar.

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5x clips, 2x connectors, Release connector locks before removal.
Release LH body and frunk harness from LH footwell.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, 1x clip.
Release LH and RH body harness from toebard.

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5x clips.
Release dash insulator.

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6x clinch studs, Pull insulator out of clinch studs.
Remove dash insulator.

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Maneuver LH and RH frunk harnesses and car computer coolant lines through openings in insulator.

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Install dash insulator.

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Maneuver LH frunk and LH door harness through dash insulator, Maneuver RH frunk, door harness and car computer coolant hoses through dash insulator.
Secure dash insulator.

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6x clinch studs, Push insulator flush on to clinch studs.
Secure LH and RH body harness to toebard.

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5x clips.
Secure LH body and LH frunk harness to LH footwell.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, 1x clip.
Secure LH body harness to upper and lower a-pillar.

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5x clips, 2x connectors, Secure connector locks.
Secure LH body controller to body.

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1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm, Position LH controller into vehicle, attach tab onto body and align into body stud, Install new nylon nut.
Secure LH body harness to body controller.

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13x connectors, Secure connector locks.
Secure car computer to vehicle.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm, 1x nut, 10mm, 8 Nm.
Secure coolant hose clamps to car computer coolant hoses.
Secure coolant hoses to car computer coldplate assembly.

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2x spring locks, Place coolant absorbent mats or rags around the car computer, Remove coolant plugs, Ensure spring locks engage and perform pull-push-pull test on each hose coupling.
Remove coolant hose clamps.

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2x hoses, Remove absorbent material, Clean residual fluid, Inspect for leaks.
Secure RH body harness and RH frunk harness to passenger footwell.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, 2x clips.
Secure RH body harness to upper and lower A-pillar.

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6x clips, 2x connectors, Secure connector locks.
Secure RH body controller to body.

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1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm, Position RH controller into vehicle, attach tab onto body and align into body stud, Install new nylon nut.
Secure RH body harness to right body controller.

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14x connectors, Secure locks on connectors.
Install connectors at RH side of AP motherboard.

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3x connectors.
Install connectors at RH side of entertainment motherboard.

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6x connectors.
Install connections at LH side of AP motherboard.

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7x connectors.
Install connector to connectivity module.

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1x connector, Slide lock underneath connector.
Install connector to gaming MCU.

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1x connector, Confirm connector locked into socket.
Install TASC ECU and secure fasteners.

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3x nuts, 10mm, 6 Nm.
Secure frunk harness connections to TASC ECU.

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3x connectors.
Secure brake pedal assembly.

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5x Nyloc nuts, 13mm, 16.5 Nm, Install new bolts.
Secure clevis pin to brake pedal assembly.

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1x clip.
Secure LH body harness to pedal assembly X168 and X039.

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3x clips, 2x connectors, Secure connector locks.
Install upper steering column through dash.

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Guide lower steering shaft down through dash.
Secure steering intermediate shaft dash boot.

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Ensure boot is flush to dash panel.
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.
Install clips securing front aero shield.

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5x push 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.
Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground.

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered.
Install HVAC assembly to vehicle.

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Install front of HVAC assembly through passenger front door, Rotate counter clockwise and install towards front of vehicle.
Secure HVAC assembly to bulkhead.

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1x bolt, 10mm, 8 Nm.
Secure HVAC assembly bolt at bulkhead.

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1x bolt, 10mm, 8 Nm.
Replace the seal washers to the Penta HVAC line on the HVAC side.

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5x seal washers, Lube seal washers with ND-11 oil.
Install Penta HVAC line to HVAC assembly.

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2x bolts, 13mm, 22 Nm.
Connect AC hoses to vehicle.
Perform AC vacuum and run leak test.

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Open valves, Set vacuum time to 15 minutes and leak test to ON, Machine will chime once process is complete, Vehicle may be left unattended, Verify leak test passed before continuing.
Perform AC recharge.

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Enter refrigerant and oil amount noted at AC recovery, Settings should match notes, Select Both Sides for charge, Select ND-11 MSX using bottle icon, Machine will chime once process is complete, Vehicle may be left unattended, If desired use the Dye Inject option to inject leak detection dye.
Secure LH and RH rear vent ducts to HVAC assembly.
Secure HVAC blower x059 connector and HVAC case x058 connector to right controller.

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1x clip, 2x connectors.
Install cross car beam assembly into vehicle.

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4x datums, Avoid contact with seats and inner door panel, Recommend assistance as required, Align datums before fully engaging with HVAC assembly.
Engage cross car beam assembly to body and HVAC unit.

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4x datums.
Secure LH cross car beam assembly.

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2x bolts, 13mm, Torque 27 Nm.
Secure RH cross car beam assembly.

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2x bolts, 13mm, Torque 27 Nm.
Secure cross car beam assembly to toeboard bracket.

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2x bolts, 13mm, 27 Nm.
Secure cross car beam assembly to HVAC unit.

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4x bolts, 10mm, 8 Nm.
Secure upper steering column bracket IP carrier bolts at bulkhead.

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2x bolts, 13mm, Torque 27 Nm.
Secure upper steering column to steering column bracket.

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4x nuts, 13mm, 15 Nm.
Install IP harness into vehicle.

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Maneuver RH harness underneath IP cowl link down into passenger footwell, Maneuver LH harness up and over steering column down into driver footwell.
Secure IP cowl link.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x datums.
Secure IP harness to J12 x035 Dash connector at left body controller.

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5x clips, 1x connector.
Secure IP harness connector x947F.

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1x connector, Secure locking tab after installation.
Fold LH main carpet back into place.
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.
Secure IP harness to LH center IP carrier.

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3x clips.
Secure IP harness at upper center IP carrier.

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3x clips.
Secure IP harness to lower center IP carrier.

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5x clips.
Secure IP harness connectors at LH side of car computer gaming board.

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5x connectors.
Secure glove box USB cable to IP carrier.

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3x clips.
Secure IP harness to RH IP carrier.

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5x clips.
Secure IP harness to J12 x055 Dash connector at right body controller.

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3x clips, 1x connector.
Secure IP harness connector x873 at top RH side of car computer gaming board.

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1x connector.
Secure IP harness to center IP carrier.

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2x clips, Maneuver IP harness behind both center display brackets into position.
Secure IP harness at LH and RH center display brackets.

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4x clips.
Secure lower instrument panel assembly.

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3x screws, T20, 3 Nm, 8x tabs, Secure only the screws located at bottom of assembly, Remainder of screws are secured at a later step.
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 driver floor jumper left foot duct.

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2x push clips.
Install driver IP air vent duct.

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2x rivets, 1x connector, Slide inboard and into HVAC unit assembly.
Install IP sub-assembly.

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4x datums, Slide IP sub-assembly into vehicle, Ensure passenger air bag and driver vent assembly have clearance past lower IP assembly, Engage IP sub-assembly datums into dash slots, Recommend assistance.
Secure IP ground harness.

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1x clip, 1x bolt, 10mm, 3.5 Nm, Note routing behind center display RH bracket.
Secure IP trim harness.

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1x connector, 1x clip.
Secure instrument cluster harness.

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1x connector.
Position lower instrument panel assembly into IP sub-assembly.
Secure LH lower instrument panel.

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3x screws, T20, 3 Nm.
Secure center lower instrument panel.

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6x screws, T20, 3 Nm.
Secure RH lower instrument panel.

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3x screws, T20, 3 Nm.
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 IP carrier cross beam bolts.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 3 Nm.
Secure passenger IP airbag connectors.

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3x connectors.
Install passenger IP air duct.

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2x push-pull rivets.
Secure passenger IP air duct temperature sensor connector.

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1x connector.
Install RH footrest panel.

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Rotate RH footrest panel into vehicle, Fold RH primary support carpet down.
Secure RH footrest panel.

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

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1x clip.
Fold RH main carpet back into place.
Secure USB outlet.

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

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3x connectors, Route harness through glove box datums.
Install glove box.

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5x screws, T20, 3 Nm.
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 bolts, 10mm, 8 Nm, 1x clip.
Install RH lower A-pillar trim.

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1x bolt, T25, 5 Nm, 2x clips, 1x datum.
Install RH front door sill trim panel.

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8x clips, 3x datums.
Install RH upper A-pillar to vehicle.

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1x connector, 2x datums, Secure RH upper A-pillar harness, Align datums into IP sub assembly, Rotate upper A-pillar panel into position.
Install bolts securing RH upper A-pillar to body.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, 1x screw, T20, 2.5 Nm, 1x nyloc nut, 13mm, 5 Nm, Install new nut.
Install RH sunvisor bezel.

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6x clips, 1x tab, Insert tab and slide bezel towards rear of vehicle, then secure clips.
Install RH mid A-pillar trim.

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2x clips, 3x datums, Verify weather seal is seated properly.
Install RH IP end cap.

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3x clips.
Install IP RH mid Panel.

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14x tabs, 2 datums.
Install IP closeout panel.

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4x tabs.
Route display harness behind LH display bracket .
Secure center display coax and power connectors.

Note
2x connectors, 1x clip, Ensure strain relief clip is secure to linkage arm, Replace clip if damaged.
Install center display shroud.

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3x tabs, Slide display downward until shroud tabs fully engages.
Secure center display to IP carrier.

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2x bolts, 10mm, 11.5 Nm, Slide center display into IP carrier, Start RH bolt first.
Secure IP service panel connector.

Note
1x connector.
Secure diagnostic and CAN harnesses to IP service panel.

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2x clips.
Install LH upper A-pillar to vehicle.

Note
1x connector, 2x datums, 6x clips, Secure LH upper A-pillar harness, Align datums into IP sub assembly, Rotate upper A-pillar panel into position engaging clips fully.
Install LH sunvisor bezel.

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6x clips, 5x tabs, Insert tabs and slide bezel towards rear of vehicle, then secure clips.
Install IP LH mid panel.

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6x tabs.
Install the LH knee air bag assembly into vehicle.

Note
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.

Note
2x patch bolts, E10, 8 Nm, Install new fasteners.
Install LH mid A-pillar trim.

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2x clips, 3x datums, Insert mid A-pillar trim into lower A-pillar trim, Secure clips into upper A-pillar and IP sub assembly, Verify weather seal is seated properly.
Install LH IP end cap.

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7x clips, 1x datum.
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.

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

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1x connector.
Secure driver air bag connector.

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1x connector.
Secure driver air bag assembly to steering wheel and verify it is fully engaged.

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2x datums, 2x spring clip.
Connect First Responder Loop and LV battery connector.

Note
2x connectors, Secure FRL first, Seat LV battery connection and push black connector lock inwards to secure, Engage upper locking tab when fully seated.
Using laptop connect to vehicle with ethernet diag kit and Toolbox 3.

Note
Open Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to the vehicle. Media converter box is powered by laptop using USB, Ethernet connection will provide communication.
Select "Actions/Autodiag" and search for "Commissioning".
Select TEST-SELF_VCFRONT_X_HEAT-PUMP-COMMISSIONING, click Run, and allow routine to complete.

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If this routine is not run after entering Thermal Drain/Fill mode, the AC compressor operation will be blocked, Select "X" at top right of window to close once complete.
Proceed with Hose Equalize steps to complete AC recharge process and follow instructions displayed on AC Machine.

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Disconnect high side coupler from vehicle, Turn AC on, Temp setting LO, Panel mode on, Fresh air mode on, Blower speed set to 10, Verify Hose Equalize settings, Verify discharge pressure does not exceed 26 bar and suction pressure is not below 1.15 bar, .
Proceed with Hose Equalize steps to complete AC recharge process and follow instructions displayed on AC Machine.

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Remove low side coupler from vehicle, Turn vehicle off, Verify Hose Equalize settings, Machine will chime once process is complete.
Install caps onto AC ports.

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2x caps.
Select "Actions/Autodiag" tab and search for "Purge".
Select TEST_VCFRONT_X_THERMAL-COOLANT-AIR-PURGE, click Run, and allow routine to complete.

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Make sure vehicle is not in drive state, Routine is still running despite the stop message, Coolant pumps will be audible, Test lasts approximately 10 mins, Putting vehicle into drive state will stop this routine, Monitor levels as required.
Inspect coolant level and top off as necessary.

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Ensure that the fluid level is at the Max line, Top off fluid as required.
Select "Actions/Autodiag" and search for "Thermal Performance".
Select TEST-SELF_VCFRONT_X_HEAT-PUMP-THERMAL-PERFORMANCE, click Run, and allow routine to complete.

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Select "X" at top right of window to close once complete.
Disconnect Toolbox 3 from vehicle and remove laptop and ethernet diag kit.
Install IP service panel.

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2x tabs, 4 datums, Slide forward engaging datums then secure tabs upward into IP.
Install wiper module.

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3x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm, 1x connector, Secure connector before install, Rotate module rearward and up into place.
Install wiper cowl screen panel.

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4x push clips, Secure cowl into lower windshield channel.
Secure cowl screen washer supply hose located above LH shock tower cover.

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1x hose.
Install LH outer hood hinge cover.

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1x clips.
Install RH outer hood hinge cover.

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1x clips.
Install RH wiper arm assembly and secure nuts.

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2x nuts, 15mm, 32 Nm, Line up wiper to reference mark on windshield.
Install LH wiper arm assembly and secure nut.

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1x nut, 15mm, 32 Nm.
Secure LH wiper arm hose nozzle.

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1x hose, Hose is routed above the arm pivot.
Secure RH wiper arm hose nozzle.

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1x hose, Hose is routed below the arm pivot.
Install RH wiper arm nut covers.

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2x cover.
Install LH wiper arm nut cover.

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1x cover.
Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Install).
Install the center console assembly. See Center Console Assembly (Remove and Replace).
Adjust steering column back to original position.

Note
Via UI>Controls>Steering , Use left steering wheel scroll wheel to adjust steering column.
Close RH front door.
Calibrate the rear doors.

Note
If the "Calibration Needed" message appears on the vehicle touchscreen, touch and hold Calibrate to calibrate the rear doors.
Remove vehicle from lift.

Note
Lower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode".
Raise LH and RH front windows.
Close LH front door.

Model X Service Manual

Insulator - Dash (Remove and Replace)

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