2025-09-11

Sensor - Parking Distance - Inner - Front (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17271012 0.12 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-09-11: Deleted step to remove/install front fascia as per technician feedback.
  • 2025-04-04: Added missing step to remove/install front fascia.
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Note
Inner parking distance sensors are S3 and S4. Outer parking distance sensors are S1, S2, S5, and S6. See Sensor - Parking Distance - Outer - Front (Remove and Replace)

    Remove

    1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
    2. Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
    3. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical harness from the front inner parking distance sensor.
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      CAUTION
      DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling the main body of the connector to fully disconnect it.
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      Note
      As pictured, there are 2 inner parking sensors on the front fascia. Disconnect the sensor that needs servicing, or both.
    4. Release the tabs (x2) that attach the front inner parking distance sensor to the front fascia, and then remove the sensor from the fascia.

    Install

    1. Install the parking sensors onto the front fascia.
    2. Connect the electrical harness to the front inner parking distance sensor, and then engage the connector lock.
    3. Install the front fascia. See Fascia - Front (Remove and Install).
    4. Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
    5. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
    6. Consult the parts catalog to determine the type of parking sensor installed on the vehicle. If the vehicle is equipped with Tesla USS, run the following Toolbox 3.0 routines in the order listed:
      1. TEST-RESET_PARKvia Toolbox: (link)
      2. PROC_USM_FRONT_PROGRAM-USS-ADDRESSESvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Driver Assist ➜ Sensors ➜ Program Front USS
    7. Remove the laptop from the vehicle.