10/03/2023 05:13:07

Headlight - Pair - (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17400252 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Headlight - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screws that attach the headlight to the body
5.9 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T30 socket
  • ¼ in std flex head ratchet
  • ¼ in flex head torque wrench (installation only)
Reuse

Remove

  1. Enable Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  2. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the underhood storage unit access panel. See Access Panel - Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the front fascia. See Fascia - Front (Remove and Install).
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the LH headlight.
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    Note
    If the connector has a red locking tab: 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 to release the connector.
  7. Remove the fastener(s) that attach the LH headlight to the body.
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    Note
    The headlight might not be equipped with a lower fastener.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
    • ¼ in std flex head ratchet
    • ¼ in flex head torque wrench (installation only)
  8. Remove the headlight from the vehicle.
  9. Repeat steps 6 through 8 for the RH side headlight.

Install

  1. Position the LH headlight onto the body, and then insert the alignment stud into the correct position.
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    CAUTION
    Do not damage the headlight during installation.
  2. Install the fasteners that attach the LH headlight to the body.
    5.9 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    The headlight might not be equipped with a lower fastener.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
    • ¼ in std flex head ratchet
    • ¼ in flex head torque wrench (installation only)
  3. Connect the electrical connector for the LH headlight.
  4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for the RH side headlight.
  5. Install the front fascia. See Fascia - Front (Remove and Install).
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    Note
    After connecting the front fascia electrical connections, pause the procedure to initiate a software reinstall.
  6. Perform a software reinstall concurrently with the rest of the steps in this procedure. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen.
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    Note
    After initiating the software reinstall, continue the front fascia installation.
  7. Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
  8. Install the underhood storage unit access panel. See Access Panel - Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace)
  9. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  10. Adjust the headlights: