2025-05-22

Camera - Bi - Forward Facing (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17221002 0.72 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.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Remove the lower quad camera cover. See Quad Camera Cover - Lower (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the rear view mirror. See Mirror - Rear View (Remove and Replace).
  4. Release the clips that attach the upper quad camera cover to the windshield bracket, and then separate the cover from the bracket.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Carefully release the cover from the windshield bracket, as an electrical harness is still attached.
  5. Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the rearview mirror upper cover assembly.
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    Note
    Connector count may vary depending on the vehicle configuration.
  6. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the GNSS antenna connector.
  7. Release the tabs that attach the glare shield to the windshield bracket, and then remove the glare shield from the windshield bracket.
  8. Remove and discard the screws (x4) that attach the forward facing bi camera to the vehicle, and then remove the camera assembly from the vehicle.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T10 bit
  9. Release the locking tabs, and then disconnect the forward facing camera assembly connectors (x2).

Install

  1. Clean the inner windshield camera viewing area with a clean microfiber cloth and glass cleaner. Let the windshield fully dry before continuing.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Verify that the windshield has no stains or leftover residue. Otherwise, Autopilot features may be hindered.
  2. Position the forward facing camera into the vehicle, connect the connectors (x2), and then secure the connector locks.
  3. Install new screws (x4) that attach the forward facing bi camera to the vehicle.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • T10 bit
  4. Position the glare shield to the windshield bracket, and then secure the tabs (x2) that attach the glare shield to the windshield bracket.
  5. Connect the GNSS antenna connector, and then secure the connector lock.
  6. Connect the rear view mirror upper cover assembly, and then secure the connector locks.
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    Note
    Connector count may vary depending on the vehicle configuration.
  7. Connect the interior camera connector, and then install the clips that attach the upper quad camera cover to the vehicle.
  8. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  9. On the vehicle touchscreen, tap Driver Assist > Cameras > Reset DAS.
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    Note
    Make sure all cameras and reset DAS icon turn green.
  10. Perform the following routine using Service Mode or Toolbox (see 0005 - Service Modes): PING-HTTP_DAS_X_MAIN-CAMERA-SCRIPTvia Toolbox: (link).
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    Note
    The routine will need to be performed within a 5 minute calibration window.
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    Note
    Choose the routine that has the "SCRIPT" at the end of the path name.
  11. Perform the following routine using Service Mode or Toolbox (see 0005 - Service Modes): PING-HTTP_DAS_X_FISHEYE-CAMERA-SCRIPTvia Toolbox: (link).
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    Note
    Routine will need to be performed within 5 minute calibration window.
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    Note
    Choose the routine that has the "SCRIPT" at the end of the path name.
  12. Adjust the forward facing camera. See Camera - Forward Facing (Pitch Verification).