2025-03-12

Steering Column Control Module (Remove and Install)

Correction code 3205010701 FRT 0.25 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 wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Steering Column Control Module (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attaches the steering column control module to the steering column
2.4 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T20 bit
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Steering, use the left scroll wheel to adjust the steering column to its fully outward and fully downward position, and then touch Save.
  3. Remove the lower shroud of the steering wheel. See Instrument Panel Steering Column Shroud Lower (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove and discard the retaining clip from the steering column control module connector, and then disconnect the electrical harness from the steering column control module connector.
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    CAUTION
    Check for broken clip pieces on the connector, and remove if present.
  5. Loosen the bolt that attaches the steering column control module to the steering column, and then release the clip and remove the module from the vehicle.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit

Install

  1. Carefully install the steering column control module onto the steering column to install the clip, and then install the bolt that attaches the module to the steering column.
    2.4 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Make sure that the steering column control module is properly seated.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
  2. Install an orange plastic retaining clip (1028053-00-A) into the electrical harness connector for the steering column control module, and then connect the electrical harness to the steering column control module connector.
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    Note
    Perform a push-pull-push test to make sure that the steering column control module electrical connector is seated properly.
  3. Install the lower shroud of the steering wheel. See Instrument Panel Steering Column Shroud Lower (Remove and Replace).
  4. On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Steering, use the left scroll wheel to adjust the steering column back to its original position, and then touch Save.
  5. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.