19/03/2024 20:46:25

Windshield (Clean Camera Area)

Correction code 10200348 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.

  • 2024-03-07: Added detailed instructions on how to clean the windshield and added steps of camera inspection after cleaning.
  • 2024-03-19: Added DAS reset steps.

Procedure

  1. Apply Zep windshield cleaner onto a microfiber towel to clean the outside surface of the front windshield, then use a second dry microfiber towel to wipe the windshield in a circular motion until the windshield is basically dry. Verify the windshield has no stains or residue, then allow 1 minute to fully dry.
  2. Use an LED flashlight to illuminate the outside surface of the windshield in the forward facing camera area, inspect and verify that the entire area is free of any hazing, fogginess, stains and residue.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Perform the inspection indoors.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    If the presence of haze, smudges or residue cannot be confirmed, proceed to remove the components to check.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Microfiber cloth (towel)
    • IPA Wipes
  3. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  4. Place the vehicle in Service Mode by using the touchscreen. See Service Mode.
  5. Remove the forward facing camera hood. See Hood - Triple Camera (Remove and Replace).
  6. Clean the inside surface of the windshield in the forward facing camera area as follow:
    1. Use IPA wipes to wipe the entire area.
    2. Apply Zep windshield cleaner onto a clean microfiber towel and use the towel to wipe the entire area.
    3. Use another dry microfiber towel to wipe the entire area.
    4. Inspect and verify that the entire area is free of any hazing, fogginess, stains and residue.
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    Note
    Clean the entire area thoroughly, including the edges and corners.
    Figure 1. Unqualified Job Examples
    Figure 2. Qualified Job Example
  7. Clean the forward facing camera lenses as follows:
    1. Wipe each lens with IPA wipes.
    2. Before the lens surface dries, use a dry clean microfiber towel to clean the lens.
    3. Verify the lenses are free of any stains or residue.
    Figure 3. AP3 Camera
    Figure 4. AP4 Camera
  8. Install the clips (x2) that attach the triple camera hood to the windshield bracket.
  9. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  10. On the touchscreen, tap the Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap Driver Assist > Cameras > Camera Preview, select Main/Wide/Narrow tabs to preview all forward facing cameras and assess the visual clarity.
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    Note
    Ensure no residue or dirty is visible across all camera lenses. If the image is blurry or the visuals are impeded, perform the windshield and camera lenses cleaning steps again.
  11. Install all the other removed components. See Hood - Triple Camera (Remove and Replace).
  12. On the touchscreen, tap the Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap Driver Assist > Cameras > Reset DAS to reset the driver assistance system.
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    Note
    Ensure all camera indicators and the Reset DAS icon turn green on the touchscreen. If any of them is flagging red, investigate further for the reason.
  13. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  14. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.