Gap Hider - Steering Column - Lower (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 14050022 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.
Remove
- Open the LH front door and fully lower the window.
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Remove the driver airbag. See Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the steering wheel. See Steering Wheel (Remove and Install).
- Remove the steering column upper shroud. See Shroud - Upper - Steering Column (Remove and Replace)
- Remove the steering column lower shroud. See Shroud - Lower - Steering Column (Remove and Replace)
- Remove the LH footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Driver (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the driver knee airbag. See Airbag - Knee - Driver (Remove and Install).
NoteKnee airbags are only installed on vehicles for US market.
- Release the clips that attach the lower steering column gap hider from the instrument panel sub assembly.
- Remove the lower steering column gap hider from the vehicle.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.