Tesla Model S: Module - Steering Column Control (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Ensure that the front road wheels are in the straight ahead
position.
- Fully extend the column and centralize tilt.
- Remove the steering wheel (refer to procedure).
- Carefully rock the controller module 2-3 degrees back and forth
to break the bond between the module and the steering column.
- Remove the steering controller module from the shaft.
- Remove and discard the airbag harness retaining clip from the
steering column module harness connector.
- Disconnect the steering column module harness connector.
- Remove the steering control module from the vehicle.
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
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Remove IP carrier (refer to procedure)
Remove screws (x4) securing thermal control module to HVAC unit.
Position module for access and disconnect wiring harness
connec
Removal
Remove the IP carrier (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the HVAC harness connector from the Remote Climate
Control Module (RCCM).
Remove the screws (x4) that secure the RCC
Removal
Open door.
Power seat height adjust fully upwards for access.
Disconnect seat heater module connectors and harnesses (x2).
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Remove driver's seat assembly (refer to procedure)
Place seat on clean work surface.
Remove screw securing outer side cover to seat (torque 1 Nm).
Carefully release outer side cover from retaining bracket an
During charging, the charge port light pulses green, and
the touchscreen displays real-time charging status. The
frequency at which the green charge port light pulses
slows down as the charge level approaches full. When
charging is complete, the light stops pulsing and is solid
green.
NOTE: If