2025-05-28

Headlamp - RH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1740010101 FRT 0.54 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 2025-05-27: Added the removal and installation steps of the harness and harness clips.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: and
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x3) that attach the LH headlight to the body
3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the front fascia assembly. See Front Fascia (Remove and Install).
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the RH headlight.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  3. Remove the harness from the RH headlamp harness bracket.
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    Note
    Press the slide tabs (x2) to unlock them, then slide the harness out along the arrow direction shown in the image below.
  4. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the RH headlamp to the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  5. Remove the RH headlamp from the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Carefully pull the RH headlamp away from the vehicle to release the alignment stud, and release the clips (x2) that attach the headlamp to the vehicle.
  6. Remove the harness clip from the RH headlamp.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Handle the headlamp housing with caution to avoid damaging the bracket.

Install

  1. Install the harness clip to the RH headlamp.
  2. Align the RH headlight alignment stud to the slot in the vehicle, and then install the clips (x2) that attach the headlight to the vehicle.
  3. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the RH headlight to the vehicle.
    3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  4. Install the harness to the RH headlamp harness bracket.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Insert the harness along the arrow direction shown in the image below, and engage the slide tabs (x2) when fully seated.
  5. Connect the electrical connector to the RH headlight.
  6. Install the front fascia assembly. See Front Fascia (Remove and Replace).