Tesla Model S: Tuner - AM - FM (Remove and Replace)
Note: This procedure applies to both base and premium
tuners (premium pictured).
Removal
- Remove the driver side lower dash trim (refer to procedure).
- Remove the driver side dash footwell closing trim (refer to
procedure).
- Remove the 3 bolts that secure the retaining bracket to the
cross car beam (torque 6 Nm).
- Carefully lower the bracket into the footwell, to improvess
access to the tuner.
- Disconnect the 3 wiring harness connectors.
- Remove screws (x4) securing AM/FM module to bracket (torque 1
Nm).
- Carefully remove the module.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Use Toolbox to update or redeploy the firmware:
- If the vehicle is not running the latest firmware, run
the "Vehicle Firmware Update" procedure.
- If the vehicle is running the latest firmware, run the
"Firmware Redeploy" procedure.
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Removal
Remove the LH liftgate trim (refer to procedure).
Remove the screw that secures the amplifier to the liftgate.
Carefully disconnect the amplifier connector.
Release th
Removal
Remove the RH liftgate trim (refer to procedure).
Remove the screw that secures the RF filter to the liftgate
(torque 1 Nm).
Note: This procedure is for vehicles built before December
23, 2014. On newer vehicles, the satellite radio antenna is located
under the panoramic roof fixed glass (refer to procedure).
Re
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NOTE: If Model S has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to open the hood or
use the touchscreen. See If Vehicle Has No Power.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, only pull the vehicle
onto a flatbed truck using a properly-installed tow
eye. Using the chassis, frame, or
To pause Autopark, press the brake pedal once. Model S
stops and remains stopped until you touch Resume on
the touchscreen.
To Cancel Parking
Autopark cancels the parking sequence when you
manually move the steering yoke, shift, or touch Cancel
on the touchscreen. Autopark also cancels parking