2025-03-12

Global Headlamp Controller (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1740020301 FRT 0.35 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: Global Headlamp Controller (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screws (x4) that attach the headlight controller to the headlight housing
2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T20 socket
  • Torque wrench with angle measurement
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Disconnect the LV battery. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  2. Remove LH front fender garnish. See Fender Garnish - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  4. Remove the clips (x9) that attach the LH front wheel arch liner to the body and then partially remove the LH front wheel arch liner.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    This is to gain access to the headlight controller.
  5. Remove the screws (x4) that attach the headlight controller to the headlight housing.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • Torque wrench with angle measurement
  6. Disconnect the headlight controller connector, and then remove the controller from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Lift the black locking tab, and then carefully wiggle the connector to remove it.

Install

  1. Inspect the headlight controller seal and make sure that there is no damage.
  2. Connect the headlight controller connector.
  3. Install the screws (x4) that attach the headlight controller to the headlight housing.
    2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • Torque wrench with angle measurement
  4. Move the LH front wheel arch liner back, and then install the clips (x9) that attach the LH front wheel arch liner to the body.
  5. Install the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  6. Install LH front fender garnish. See Fender Garnish - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Connect the LV battery. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).