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Module - Steering Column Control - Remove and Replace: Remove

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  1. Open the LH front door, and fully lower all windows.
  2. Center the steering wheel, and make sure that the front wheels are pointing straight.
  3. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See SEAT CUSHION - LOWER - 2ND ROW (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  4. Remove the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD APRON - REAR (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  5. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV POWER (DISCONNECT AND CONNECT) .
  6. Remove the driver airbag. See AIRBAG - DRIVER (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  7. Remove the steering wheel. See STEERING WHEEL (REMOVE AND INSTALL) .
  8. Release the clips that attach the steering column upper shroud to the lower shroud, and then pull the upper shroud up.
    G14749351Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  9. Remove the upper screws that attach the steering column lower shroud to the steering column.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 socket
    • 1/4 in std ratchet
    • 2 in extension
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 N.m - 2.0 N.m screwdriver (installation only)
      • Torx T20 bit, 70 mm
      • Wiha 1/4 in bit holder adapter
      • Wiha torque setter
    G14749352Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  10. Remove the lower screw that attaches the steering column lower shroud to the steering column, and then remove the lower shroud from the vehicle.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 socket
    • 1/4 in std ratchet
    • 2 in extension
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 N.m - 2.0 N.m screwdriver (installation only)
      • Torx T20 bit, 70 mm
      • Wiha 1/4 in bit holder adapter
      • Wiha torque setter
    G14749353Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  11. Remove and discard the retaining clip from the steering column control module connector, and then disconnect the electrical harness from the steering column control module connector.
    CAUTION: Check for broken clip pieces on the connector, and remove if present.
    G14749354Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  12. Make sure that the clockspring tape indicator is visible in the inspection window in the upper left of the steering column control module.
  13. Remove the bolt that attaches the steering column control module to the steering column.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 5 mm hex ball end bit
    • 1/4 in std ratchet
    • 1/4 in torque wrench (installation only)
    • 2 in extension
    G14749355Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  14. Remove the steering column control module from the steering column.
    NOTE: If the steering column control module removed will be re-installed, make sure not to disturb the splined collar in the center of the module.
    G14749356Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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