2025-03-12

Assembly - B-Pillar Applique - LH - AP4 (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1220010102 FRT 0.18 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.

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Note
Replacing the B-pillar applique also replaces the following components:
  • LH B-Pillar Applique - Replaces the LH side-view DAS camera, the external NFC key card reader, and the LH Bluetooth endpoint.
  • RH B-Pillar Applique - Replaces the RH side-view DAS camera and the RH Bluetooth endpoint.

Remove

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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.
  1. Remove the LH B-pillar applique. See B-Pillar Applique - LH (Remove and Install).
  2. Use IPA wipes to clean all residual adhesive from the LH B-pillar surface, and allow 1 min to dry.

Install

  1. Install the LH B-pillar applique. See B-Pillar Applique - LH (Remove and Install).
  2. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle.
  3. Reinstall the vehicle software. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen.
  4. On the touchscreen, tap the Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap Driver Assist > Cameras > Clear Camera Calibration, select BPillars in the Camera Selection drop list, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
  5. In Toolbox 3.0, perform the following steps.
    1. Click the Actions tab, type "Calibration Mode" into the search field, click PROC_DAS_X_ENTER-CALIBRATION-MODEvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
    2. Click the Actions tab, type "B-Pillar" into the search field, click PING-HTTP_DAS_L_B-PILLAR-CAMERA-SCRIPTvia Toolbox: (link), change the timeout to 100, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
    3. Click the Actions tab, type "Calibration Mode" into the search field, click PROC_DAS_X_EXIT-CALIBRATION-MODEvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
  6. Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle.
  7. Press and hold the Exit Service Mode button on the UI to exit Service Mode Plus.
  8. Inform the customer that manual driving is now required to self-calibrate the camera.
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    Note
    Self-calibration can take up to 100 miles (160 km) of manual driving, depending upon the road type and condition. Until self-calibration is complete, the message "Autopilot Features Currently Unavailable: Manual Driving Required While Camera Is Calibrating" is displayed if an attempt is made to engage an Autopilot feature.
  9. Verify that all key cards work on the B-pillar applique as designed.
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    Warning
    Stacking a mobile phone and a NFC card in wireless charger may damage the card.
  10. Raise the LH windows and close the LH doors.