01/04/2024 14:00:05

Module - Body Controller - Security (2nd Generation) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17454012 0.48 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.

  • 2024-01-17: Added step for ODIN routine PROC_VCSEC_X_SET-ROOT-KEY-TO-ALL-REGIONS to be run for vehicles running certain firmware versions.
  • 2023-11-20: Updated security controller configuration steps.
  • 2023-10-24: Updated post-replacement Toolbox routines.
  • 2023-07-21: Added Note about security-related toolbox actions.
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Note
Some of the Toolbox Actions within this procedure are related to vehicle security, and can only be performed by Tesla employees or third parties authorized to perform security-related Toolbox Actions. To learn more, see the Service Subscription FAQs available in the user account dropdown menu.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Module - Body Controller - Security (2nd Generation) (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screws (x2) that attach the security body controller module to the cup holder decor panel
1.6 Nm (1.2 lbs-ft)
  • Wiha ¼ in bit holder adapter
  • Torx T20 socket
  • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
Reuse

Remove

  1. Open the front doors and lower the front windows.
  2. Move the front seats to their lowest and rearmost positions.
  3. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  4. Disconnect the 12V/LV power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  5. Remove the center console brightwork (2.0). See Brightwork - Center Console (2.0) (Remove and Replace).
  6. Release the clips (x6) that attach the cup holder decor to the center console assembly, and then disconnect the security controller electrical connector.
  7. Remove the screws (x2) that attach the security controller to the cup holder decor, and then remove the security controller from the decor.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Wiha ¼ in bit holder adapter
    • Torx T20 socket
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)

Install

  1. Position the security controller onto the center console cup holder decor, and then install the screws (x2) that attach the security controller to the cup holder decor.
    1.6 Nm (1.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Wiha ¼ in bit holder adapter
    • Torx T20 socket
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
  2. Connect the security controller electrical connector, and then install the clips (x6) that attach the cup holder decor to the center console assembly.
  3. Install the center console brightwork (2.0). See Brightwork - Center Console (2.0) (Remove and Replace).
  4. Connect the 12V/LV power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  5. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  6. Move the front seats back to their orignal positions.
  7. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  8. In Toolbox 3, click the Actions/Autodiag tab, type "Service_Redeploy" into the search field, click UPDATE_SERVICE-REDEPLOY, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
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    Note
    Once the firmware redeploy is completed, verify on the center display whether the release notes are present. If the redeploy fails, you may receive an error message on the UI.
  9. In Toolbox 3, click the Actions/Autodiag tab, and then type "VCSEC".
  10. For vehicles running firmware versions 2023.44 upto, but not including, 2024.8, select PROC_VCSEC_X_SET-ROOT-KEY-TO-ALL-REGIONS, and then click Run and allow the routine to complete.
  11. Select PROC_VCSEC_X_POST-REPLACEMENT-PROCEDURE, and then click Run and allow the routine to complete.
  12. Select PROC_VCSEC_C_PAIR-NFC-CARD-V2, and then click Run.
  13. Place the NFC card(s) on the NFC card reader in the center console.
  14. Input the number of keys to be paired to the vehicle, click Run Network, and allow the routine to complete.
  15. Check the function of the programmed NFC keys.
  16. Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle.
  17. Inform the customer that the new security body controller will not recognize any previously paired phone key. The customer must delete and re-pair their phone key to the vehicle, if they were previously using this feature. Instructions are available in the Owners Manual, and at the DIY web pages.