2025-04-09

Bi-Cam - Forward Facing (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1722037021 FRT 0.36 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: Bi-Cam - Forward Facing (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x4) that attach the forward facing camera assembly to the windshield bracket
0.8 Nm (7 lbs-in)
  • BALL TORX, HAND DRIVER, T10
  • Torx T10 bit
  • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Place the vehicle in Service Mode by using the touchscreen. See Service Mode.
  3. Disconnect the LV battery power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  4. Remove the quad camera upper cover assembly. See Quad Camera Cover Upper (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    No need to separate the interior camera from the upper camera cover.
  5. Disconnect GPS/GNSS antenna connector.
  6. Release the tabs to remove the glare shield from the windshield bracket.
  7. Disconnect the forward facing camera connectors (x2).
  8. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the forward facing camera assembly to the windshield bracket, and then remove the camera from the bracket.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • BALL TORX, HAND DRIVER, T10
    • Torx T10 bit
    • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm

Install

  1. Use IPA wipes to clean the inside surface of the windshield in the forward facing camera area, and allow 1 minute to dry.
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    CAUTION
    Verify that the windshield has no stains or leftover residue. Otherwise, Autopilot features may be hindered.
  2. Align the holes on the camera to the location pins (x2) on the windshield bracket.
  3. Install the bolts (x4) that attach the forward facing camera assembly to the windshield bracket.
    0.8 Nm (7 lbs-in)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • BALL TORX, HAND DRIVER, T10
    • Torx T10 bit
    • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm
  4. Connect the forward facing camera connectors (x2).
  5. Secure the tabs to install the glare shield onto the windshield bracket.
  6. Connect GPS/GNSS antenna connector.
  7. Install the quad camera upper cover assembly. See Quad Camera Cover Upper (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    Do not install the rear view mirror at this time.
  8. Connect the LV battery power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  9. Perform the forward facing camera pitch verification. See Cameraera - Forward Facing (Pitch Verification) (Test/Adjust).
  10. Install the rear view mirror. See Rear View Mirror (Remove and Replace).
  11. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  12. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
  13. Inform the customer that the vehicle needs to be driven by the customer to complete the calibration procedure.
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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.