2024-12-24

Actuator - Lower Mode - HVAC (Remove and Install)

Correction code TBD FRT 2.10 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: Actuator - Lower Mode - HVAC (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nuts (x4) that attach the steering column to the cross car beam
15 Nm (11.1 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm deep socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x4) that attach the LH and RH cross car beam to the A-pillar
29 Nm (21.4 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm deep socket
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches the cross car beam to the HVAC assembly
5.5 Nm (4.1 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches the cross car beam to the upper cowl
25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
  • Combination Wrench 12pt 13mm
  • 3/8in Dr. Open Crowfoot Socket x 13mm
 Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach the cross car beam to the body
25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm deep socket
 Reuse
Screws (x2) that secure the lower mode actuator
1.25 Nm (.9 lbs-ft)
  • 6 mm socket
  • 4 in extension
  • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the center console assembly. See 2.0 - CONSOLE (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the LH instrument panel air wave duct. See INSTRUMENT PANEL - AIR WAVE DUCT - LEFT HAND (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the cowl top foam. See INSTRUMENT PANEL - COWL TOP FOAM (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the headliner harness clips (x2) on the LH lower A-pillar.
  5. Remove the nuts (x4) that attach the steering column to the cross car beam.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
  6. Remove the LH instrument panel riser bracket. See INSTRUMENT PANEL RISER - LEFT HAND (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the RH instrument panel riser bracket. See INSTRUMENT PANEL RISER - RIGHT HAND (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the headliner harness clip from the RH lower A-pillar.
  9. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the LH and RH cross car beam to the A-pillar.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
  10. Remove the bolt that attaches the cross car beam to the HVAC assembly.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  11. Loosen the bolt that attaches the cross car beam to the upper cowl.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Combination Wrench 12pt 13mm
    • 3/8in Dr. Open Crowfoot Socket x 13mm
  12. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the cross car beam to the HVAC assembly.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  13. Remove the wiper module. See Wiper Module (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  14. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the cross car beam to the body.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
  15. With assistance, partially remove the cross car beam from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Release the RH side cross car beam for enough space to remove the lower actuator.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Pay attention to the datums (x5).
  16. Remove the screws (x2) that secure the lower mode actuator, disconnect the connector, and then remove the actuator from the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 6 mm socket
    • 4 in extension
    • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm

Install

  1. Insert the lower mode actuator into the keyway, connect the actuator connector, and then install the screws (x2) that secure the actuator.
    1.25 Nm (.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 6 mm socket
    • 4 in extension
    • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm
  2. With assistance, align the datums (x5) on the beam with the slots on the body and install the cross car beam to the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Make sure the harness is not squeezed.
  3. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the cross car beam to the body.
    25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
  4. Install the bolts (x4) that attach the LH and RH cross car beam to the A-pillar.
    29 Nm (21.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
  5. Install the bolt that attaches the cross car beam to the HVAC assembly.
    5.5 Nm (4.1 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  6. Torque the bolt that attaches the cross car beam to the upper cowl.
    25 Nm (18.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Combination Wrench 12pt 13mm
    • 3/8in Dr. Open Crowfoot Socket x 13mm
  7. Install the bolts (x4) that attach the cross car beam to the HVAC assembly.
    5.5 Nm (4.1 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  8. Install the RH instrument panel riser bracket. See INSTRUMENT PANEL RISER - RIGHT HAND (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the LH instrument panel riser bracket. See INSTRUMENT PANEL RISER - LEFT HAND (Remove and Replace).
  10. Install the nuts (x4) that attach the steering column to the cross car beam.
    15 Nm (11.1 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
  11. Install the headliner harness clips (x2) to the LH lower A-pillar.
  12. Install the headliner harness clip to the RH lower A-pillar.
  13. Install the cowl top foam. See INSTRUMENT PANEL - COWL TOP FOAM (Remove and Replace).
  14. Install the LH instrument panel air wave duct. See INSTRUMENT PANEL - AIR WAVE DUCT - LEFT HAND (Remove and Replace).
  15. Install the center console assembly. See 2.0 - CONSOLE (Remove and Install).
  16. Install the wiper module. See Wiper Module (LHD) (Remove and Replace).