Tesla Model S: Steering Wheel (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the driver's air bag (refer to procedure).
- Position the wheels straight ahead. Mark the steering wheel
relative position to the column.
- Remove and discard the bolt that secures the steering wheel to
the column (torque 80 Nm).
- Remove the steering wheel.
- Tape the clockspring cassette to prevent rotation.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- Remove the tape and ensure that the spring loaded pin is in the
clockspring slot when installing steering wheel.
- Install a new mounting bolt.
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Removal
Ensure that the front road wheels are in a straight ahead
position.
Remove the driver's side lower dash trim (refer to procedure).
Remove the steering controller modul
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Special tool(s) required for this procedure:
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Note: This procedure describes how to remove and replace
the 40A Wall Connector handle and cable assembly. For instructions
on how to remove and replace the 80A Wall Connector handle and cable
assembly, refer to procedure 50022002 (refer to procedure).
Removal
Warning
Take control
Autopark has been canceled. You need to park or finish parking your vehicle
manually.
Once the parking maneuver is complete, apply the brakes and shift into Park.
Your vehicle will otherwise remain free-
rolling.
Autopark can be canceled due to many factors, including the following: