Tesla Model S: Module - Sunroof Controller (RHD) (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shatter.
Note: Before disconnecting the 12V power supply,
ensure that the driver's door window is fully open. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in vehicle lockout.
Removal
- Move the passenger seat to its rearmost position.
- Disconnect 12V power.
- Rear wheel drive (RWD): Refer to
procedure.
- Dual Motor: Refer to procedure.
- Remove the LH footwell cover (refer to procedure).
- Carefully peel back the front LH carpet for access.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Remove the bolts (x3) that secure the module cover panel.
- Disconnect the controller harness connectors (x2).
- Remove the nuts (x3) that secure the controller to the studs on
the bulkhead (torque 5 Nm).
- Remove the controller from the vehicle.
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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Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shat
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shat
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shat
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Removal
Remove RH instrument panel finisher assembly (refer to
procedure)
Remove screws (x3) securing passenger outer face vent to trim
(torque 1 Nm).
Remove vent from trim.
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The instrument panel changes depending on whether Model S is:
Off or Parked (shown below)
Driving
Charging
When Model S is off or Parked, the instrument panel shows remaining estimated
range, vehicle status, and outside
temperature.
When the car is off and you initially press the brake, in