12/03/2024 09:45:58
Camera - Triple - Forward Facing (Remove and Replace)
Correction Code 17231002
- 2024-03-12: Added step to remove screws that attach the upper cover to the glare shield.
- 2023-10-09: Added a note to remind of checking if the bracket is firmly adhered on the windshield before disassembly to avoid damage.
2nd Generation Autopilot only:
Part Number | Description |
1080559-20-A | Adjustable Torque Vario Screwdriver (0.8 - 2.0 Nm) |
1071339-00-A | Adapter, Bit Holer, 1/4 in |
1st Generation Autopilot
Warning
Whenever a camera has been
moved out of its original position (for example, a camera or windshield
replacement), camera calibration data must be cleared using the vehicle
touchscreen: Controls >
Service > Camera
Calibration > Clear
Calibration.
- Remove the rear view mirror. Rear View Mirror (Remove and Replace).
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Use a trim tool to release the upper camera cover from the windshield
bracket.
CAUTIONTake care not to damage component(s). Before disassembling, verify the bracket is firmly adhered on the windshield. If the urethane bead is separated from the glass, the bracket is not properly adhered. Report any abnormality. Urethane can be added under the bracket to re-adhere it to the glass. See https://toolbox.tesla.cn/articles/47250.NoteThe following image shows the rear view mirror still installed.
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Remove the screws (x4) that secure the camera mounting plate to the windshield
bracket (torque 3 Nm).
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While supporting the camera and mounting plate, disconnect the electrical
connector from the rear of the camera by pulling the gold-colored tab away from
the camera.
- Release the camera and mounting plate from the vehicle.
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Remove the screws (x3) that secure the camera to the mounting plate.
- Release the camera from the mounting plate.
2nd Generation Autopilot
- Whenever a camera has been moved out of its original position (for example, a camera or windshield replacement), camera calibration data must be cleared using the vehicle touchscreen: Controls > Service > Camera Calibration > Clear Calibration.
- Remove the rear view mirror. See Rear View Mirror (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the screws (x2) that attach the upper camera cover to the glare
shield.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx T10
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Use a trim tool to release the upper camera cover from the windshield
bracket.
CAUTIONTake care not to damage component(s). Before disassembling, verify the bracket is firmly adhered on the windshield. If the urethane bead is separated from the glass, the bracket is not properly adhered. Report any abnormality. Urethane can be added under the bracket to re-adhere it to the glass. See https://toolbox.tesla.cn/articles/47250.NoteThe following image shows the rear view mirror still installed.
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Release the screws that secure the mirror bracket carrier to the glare shield (torque 0.8 Nm).
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Disconnect the camera harness connectors.
- Remove the camera and mirror bracket carrier as an assembly.
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Remove the screws that secure the camera to the mirror bracket carrier (torque 0.8 Nm).
Installation
CAUTION
Do not touch the camera
lens at any point during this procedure.
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Clean the inside surface of the
windshield: Apply windshield cleaner to a microfiber cloth, and then wipe the
windshield in circular motion. Allow time for the windshield to fully dry before
continuing.
CAUTIONVerify that the windshield has no stains or leftover residue. Otherwise, Autopilot features may be hindered.
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Vehicles with 1st generation Autopilot:
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Adjust the forward facing
camera:
- 1st generation Autopilot: Perform a target calibration. See Target Calibration - Forward Facing Camera.
- 2nd generation Autopilot: Perform a camera pitch adjustment. See Camera - Forward Facing (Pitch Verification).