Sensor - Radar - Front (Calibration)
Correction code 17201500 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.
- 2024-05-06: Added extra info that procedure is not required if no radar is present.
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If this procedure is referenced in a
different repair procedure: make sure the vehicle is equipped with radar before
proceeding.
- Enter Service Mode. See Service Mode (Enable and Disable).
- On the touchscreen, tap the Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap Radar is shown on the screen. , and confirm
- If Radar or Sensors is not available, discontinue this procedure.
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
- In Toolbox, click the Dashboards tab, and then click Radar Calibration Dashboard.
- Click PROC_RADC_X_PLANT-MODEvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
- Click Radar Calibration Routine, and then click Run.
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Click Calibration
Instructions, and then click Run.
NoteTake the time to read the calibration instructions.NoteClick OK after reading the instructions to close the window.
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Click Service Radar
Alignment, and then click Run.
NoteBe prepared to go on a test drive before beginning the routine. Place the vehicle into Drive mode beforehand. Starting the routine will begin the calibration process. If the drive does not occur, the process may time out.
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Drive the vehicle as instructed by the
software, and monitor progress bar until radar calibration is complete.
NoteOnce you initiate the calibration process, be prepared to go for a drive. When driving, keep in the right most lane (if on a two lane road), and try to keep above 30 mph (50 kph). The routine will take roughly around 5 minutes, after which you will see the results pop-up on the screenNoteIf the test drive shows the vehicle to track poorly or pull to the side, or if steering is sloppy or off center, then perform a four wheel alignment check. See Four Wheel Alignment Check.
- Disconnect Toolbox and remove the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).