28/09/2021 07:56:39

System - Windshield Washer (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17501152 0.36 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: System - Windshield Washer (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt and nut that attach the water tank to the vehicle
3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  • 6 in extension
Reuse

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and fully lower the LH front window.
  2. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH and RH wiper arms. See Wiper Arms (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the windshield washer reservoir filler neck. See Filler Neck - Reservoir - Windshield Washer (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  6. Remove the wiper motor. See Wiper Module (Remove and Replace).
  7. Release the clip that attaches the electrical harness to the windshield washer reservoir.
  8. Remove the bolt and nut that attach the water tank to the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 6 in extension
  9. Disconnect the washer tank level sensor.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Move the washer tank forward, and then up to access the level sensor connector.
  10. Disconnect the electrical harness from the windshield washer pump connector.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Lift the washer tank up, and then rotate it counterclockwise to access the washer pump at the rear of the tank.
  11. Remove the windshield washer reservoir from the vehicle, and then recover any fluid from the reservoir.

Install

  1. Remove the reservoir filler neck from the new washer system assembly.
  2. Connect the electrical harness to the windshield washer pump connector and level sensor connector.
  3. Install the windshield washer reservoir into the vehicle, and then install the bolt and nut that attach the windshield washer reservoir to the body.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 6 in extension
  4. Fasten the clip that attaches the electrical harness to the windshield washer reservoir.
  5. Install the wiper motor. See Wiper Module (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install the windshield washer reservoir filler neck. See Filler Neck - Reservoir - Windshield Washer (LHD) (Remove and Replace).
  7. Install the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace).
  8. Install the LH and RH wiper arms. See Wiper Arms (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  10. Fill the windshield washer reservoir with fluid.
  11. Verify operation of the windshield wipers and washer.