29/06/2023 09:56:53

Spoke Cover - Steering Wheel - Lower (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 32051822 0.24 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

  1. Remove the driver airbag. See Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  2. Disconnect the steering wheel electrical wiring harness from the connector.
  3. Disconnect the electrical harness from the LH steering wheel switch connector.
  4. Disconnect the electrical harness from the RH steering wheel switch connector.
  5. Release the clips that attach the horn assembly, and then move the horn assembly to the side.
  6. Disconnect the electrical harness from the lower connector, and then remove the electrical harness from the steering wheel.
  7. Remove the bolts that attach the steering wheel surround to the steering wheel.
    5.4 Nm (4.0 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Pry the lower portion of the bright surround first.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • 4 in extension
  8. Remove the bolts that attach the steering wheel controller to the steering wheel surround.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
  9. Remove the bolts that attach the lower spoke cover to the steering wheel surround.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit

Install

  1. Position the lower spoke cover onto the steering wheel surround, and then install the bolts.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
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    Note
    Insert the lower edge of the lower spoke.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
  2. Install the bolts that attach the steering wheel controller to the steering wheel surround.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
  3. Position the steering wheel surround onto the steering wheel, and then install the bolts.
    5.4 Nm (4.0 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 socket
    • 4 in extension
  4. Install the electrical harness into the steering wheel, and then connect the electrical harness to the lower connector.
  5. Move the horn assembly to the center, and then fasten the clips that attach the horn assembly.
  6. Connect the electrical harness to the RH steering wheel switch connector.
  7. Connect the electrical harness to the LH steering wheel switch connector.
  8. Connect the steering wheel electrical harness to the connector.
  9. Install the driver airbag. See Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).