Release Notes January-March 2024

Archived Release Notes:

Week Ending March 30, 2024

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Actuator - Lower Mode (Remove and Replace)
  2. Coil - Recirculation Expansion Valve (Remove and Replace)
  3. Power Conversion System (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Install)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Coil - Expansion Valve (Remove & Replace) - Re-organized the steps based on the latest validation.
  2. Fluids and Capacities - Updated DOT 4 BASF Hydraulan 404 as the approved brake fluid.
  3. Harness - Main Front (Non-Structural Pack) (LHD) (Remove and Replace) - Added a Note to make sure the first responder loop is disconnected prior to the installation of the new main front harness.
  4. Harness - Main Front (Non-Structural Pack) (RHD) (Remove and Replace) - Added a Note to make sure the first responder loop is disconnected prior to the installation of the new main front harness.
  5. Harness - Main Front (Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace) - Added a Note to make sure the first responder loop is disconnected prior to the installation of the new main front harness.
  6. Superbottle (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace) - Updated coolant valve self-test Toolbox routine.

Week Ending March 23, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Bracket - Fascia Side to Fender - LH (Remove and Replace) -
  2. Fluids and Capacities - Added compressor oil density note and leak detection kit info.
  3. Module - Body Controller - Front (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace) - Added instructions to check the integrity of the controller module cover seal and to replace the cover if any damage is found.
  4. Module - Body Controller - Front (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Added instructions to check the integrity of the controller module cover seal and to replace the cover if any damage is found.
  5. Module - Steering Column Control (Remove and Replace) - Deleted the Toolbox routine per the latest validation.
  6. Desiccant (Remove and Replace) - Added A/C compressor oil density note.
  7. Clear Forward Camera View (Precision Cleaning Of Inboard Windshield) - Added DAS reset steps.

Week Ending March 16, 2024

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Brake Pad Kit - Front - Hitachi (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Insert - Subframe - Rear (Remove and Replace) - Added repair rear subframe insert part number.
  2. TPMS (Sensor ID Drive Learn) - Removed Toolbox routine from the procedure.

Week Ending March 9, 2024

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Paint Defect Rectification
  2. Replacement Tire Information
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. A/C Compressor, Supermanifold and A/C Lines (Remove & Replace) - Updated the routines.
  2. A/C Refrigerant (Unknown Oil Quantity) (Recovery, Flush, and Recharge) - Re-organize the procedure.
  3. Compressor (Remove and Replace) - Updated the description of the oil amount calculation steps.
  4. Coolant Pump - HV Battery (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Added the coolant pump configuration routine using Toolbox 3.
  5. Fluids and Capacities - Added 1646886-02-A KAF 1 gearbox fluid.
  6. Isolator - Motor Mount - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Simplified procedure excluding front subframe removal.
  7. Mirror - Rear View (Remove and Replace) - Added a note to clarify that the appearance of rear mirror mount may vary on newer vehicles, and some rear view mirrors are not secured by fasteners.
  8. Raise Vehicle - Floor Jack (Mobile Service) - Added a warning to stay away from the vehicle before lifting to avoid injury.
  9. Desiccant (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  10. Clear Forward Camera View (Precision Cleaning Of Inboard Windshield) - Added detailed instructions on how to clean the windshield and added steps of camera inspection after cleaning.

Week Ending March 2, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Beam - Cross Car (Remove and Replace) - Added missing steps to the removal sequence.
  2. Contactor - Fast Charge - HV Battery (Remove and Replace) - Removed coolant and respective component steps.
  3. Coolant Pump - Powertrain (Remove and Replace) - Updated the routines.
  4. Fluids and Capacities - Updated A/C refrigerant oil specifications. Updated windshield washer fluid part numbers for North America.
  5. HVAC Assembly (Remove and Replace) - Rearranged steps to improve installation.
  6. Liquid Cooled Condenser (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  7. Shut Off Valve - Liquid Cooled Condenser (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  8. Supermanifold (Remove and Replace) - Re-organize the procedure.
  9. Switch - Window - Driver (Remove and Replace) - Added window switch removal tool 1988906-00-A.
  10. Updated the gearbox fluid to KAF 1 for the following topics:

Week Ending February 24, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Power Conversion System (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace) - Replace the steps of high voltage controller removal with steps of pivoting the controller upwards and securing it with a bungee strap.
  2. Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace) - Added a note about production differences.

Week Ending February 17, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. HV Battery (AWD) (Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace) - Added information on thread repair on Front and Rear Under Body castings.

Week Ending February 10, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. A/C Compressor, Supermanifold and A/C Lines (Remove & Replace) - Added steps to hand-tighten the bolts that attach the supermanifold and the compressor to the shock tower brace.
  2. Airbag - Curtain - LH (Remove and Replace) - Added note on varying number of curtain airbag fasteners.
  3. Busbars - Charge Port to HV Battery (3-Phase) (Remove and Replace) - Removed steps for actuator pan and motor, and vehicle electrical isolation procedure.
  4. Charge Port (3-Phase) (Remove and Replace) - Removed steps for actuator pan and motor, and vehicle electrical isolation procedure.
  5. Door Assembly - Charge Port (EMEA) (Remove and Replace) - Removed steps for actuator pan and motor, and vehicle electrical isolation procedure.
  6. Seal - Probe Lid - HV Battery (Remove and Replace) - Updated seal installation picture.

Week Ending February 3, 2024

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. A/C Compressor, Supermanifold and A/C Lines (Remove & Replace)
  2. Brake Caliper - Rear - Pair (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Beam - Cross Car (Remove and Replace) - Re-structured the procedure.
  2. Brake Fluid Bleed - One Caliper - Corrected torque figure differentiation for rear brake caliper bleed valves and updated various step references in the procedure.
  3. Brake Lines - Rear - RH to Sill (Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace) - Corrected High Voltage check sequence.
  4. Clean and Lubricate Brake Calipers (Non-Performance Brakes) - Replaced Transport/Tow Mode steps with EPB Service Mode steps.
  5. Clean and Lubricate Brake Calipers (Performance Brakes) - Replaced Transport/Tow Mode steps with EPB Service Mode steps.
  6. Compressor (Remove and Replace) - Removed the A/C flush-related steps and updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  7. Door Mirror Assembly - LH (Remove and Install) - Fixed corrupted first step.
  8. IP Carrier (Remove and Install) - Re-structured the procedure.
  9. IP Carrier (Remove and Replace) - Re-structured the procedure.
  10. Pyrotechnic Battery Disconnect (Remove and Replace) - Added images of real parts in the Hioki resistance test steps.
  11. Sensor - Pressure and Temperature (PT) - Low Pressure (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  12. Sensor - Subcool - Pressure and Temperature (PT) - High Pressure (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.

Week Ending January 27, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. 12V/LV Battery (Remove and Replace) - Updated instructions for different types of Li-Ion battery.
  2. 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) - Added info for different Li-Ion battery types.
  3. Blower Motor - HVAC (Remove and Replace) - Added a note to remind that the IP harness is not necessary to be separated from the cross car beam when removing the cross car beam.
  4. Check Valve - Cabin Condenser (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  5. Check Valve - Evaporator (Remove and Replace) - Updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  6. Check Valve - Liquid Cooled Condenser (Remove and Replace) - Removed the steps of removing and installing the A/C line assembly and added the steps about the front aero shield. And updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  7. Check Valves - Supermanifold (Remove and Replace) - Removed the steps of removing and installing the A/C line assembly and added the steps about the front aero shield. And updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.
  8. Hub - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace) - Updated EPB Service Mode reference.
  9. Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Updated the removal order.
  10. Panel - Door Trim - Front - LH (Remove and Install) - Updated the removal order.

Week Ending January 20, 2024

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. Windshield (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Drive Unit - Front (Remove and Replace) - Added a note to install a new motor ID label in hood/trunk for China, Japan and Korea.
  2. Drive Unit - Rear (3DU) (Remove and Replace) - Added a note to install a new motor ID label in hood/trunk for China, Japan and Korea.
  3. Drive Unit - Rear (3DU) (Remove and Replace) - Updated torque figure for the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU from 6 Nm to 10 Nm.
  4. Drive Unit - Rear (4DU) (Remove and Replace) - Added a note to install a new motor ID label in hood/trunk for China, Japan and Korea.
  5. Drive Unit - Rear (4DU) (Remove and Replace) - Updated torque figure for the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU from 6 Nm to 10 Nm.
  6. Module - Body Controller - Security (Remove and Replace) - Added step for ODIN routine PROC_VCSEC_X_SET-ROOT-KEY-TO-ALL-REGIONSvia Toolbox: (link)to be run for vehicles running certain firmware versions.
  7. Module - Body Controller - Security (2nd Generation) (Remove and Replace) - Added step for ODIN routine PROC_VCSEC_X_SET-ROOT-KEY-TO-ALL-REGIONSvia Toolbox: (link)to be run for vehicles running certain firmware versions.
  8. Windshield (Reuse Humidity and Temperature Sensor) (HW3) (Remove and Replace) - Updated procedure photos and added missing steps about LH A-pillar trim.

Week Ending January 13, 2024

The following new procedure(s) were added:
  1. VIN Label - Windshield (Remove and Replace)
The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Bushing - Rear Drive Unit - Rear (3DU) (Remove and Replace) - Updated torque figure for the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU from 6 Nm to 10 Nm.
  2. Bushing - Rear Drive Unit - RH (Remove and Replace) - Updated torque figure for the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU from 6 Nm to 10 Nm.
  3. Drive Unit - Rear (3DU) (Remove and Install) - Updated torque figure for the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU from 6 Nm to 10 Nm.
  4. Drive Unit - Rear (4DU) (Remove and Install) - Updated torque figure for the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU from 6 Nm to 10 Nm.
  5. Fluids and Capacities - Added part numbers of refrigerant and coolant for China only.
  6. Ground Strap - Rear Drive Unit (Remove and Replace) - Updated torque figure for the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU from 6 Nm to 10 Nm.
  7. Heat Exchanger - Rear Drive Unit (4DU) (Remove and Replace) - Corrected spellings of "exchanger".
  8. Link - Lateral - Lower - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Added new bolts (x2) that attach the front lower lateral link to the subframe. These bolts are one time use and are now torqued to 135 Nm.
  9. Link - Lateral - Lower - Front - LH (Remove and Replace) - Updated the information about the bolts (x2) that attach the front lower lateral link to the subframe. The bolts without nylon must be replaced while the bolts with nylon can be reused.
  10. Subframe Assembly - Front (Dual Motor) (Remove and Install) - Added ride height measurement values
  11. Supermanifold (Remove and Replace) - Specified refrigerant oil for Sanden compressor.
  12. Suspension - Seat Cushion - Driver Seat (Remove and Replace) - Rewrite the procedure according to the latest validation in which the driver seat cushion suspension is removed without removing the driver seat.
  13. Switch - Pack Contactors - Ancillary Bay - HV Battery (Remove and Replace) - Rewrite the procedure according to the latest validation in which the pack contactors are removed without removing PCS and installing without performing the coolant drain/fill test and the pressure test.

Week Ending January 6, 2024

The following procedure(s) were updated:
  1. Cover - Footwell - Passenger (LHD) (Remove and Replace) - Added notes for disconnecting the electrical wiring harness connectors.
  2. Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace) - Updated consumables information.