Tesla Model S: SD Card - Media Control Unit (Remove and Replace)
Note: This procedure only applies to MCU/touch screens
that are revision E or later.
Removal
- Remove the MCU/touch screen (refer to procedure).
- Working from the top of the MCU/touch screen, carefully use a
plastic trim tool to press the SD card retaining tab away from the
socket. The SD card ejects from the socket.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Note: The following image shows the SD
card removed for clarity.
- Remove the SD card from the MCU/touchscreen.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- Insert the SD card with the pins facing towards the touchscreen.
- Push the SD card into the socket until it snaps into place.
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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
Removal
Remove the tailgate lower finisher (refer to procedure).
Pull back the watershield for access to the rear camera
electrical connector.
Note: If available, calibrate the forward facing camera using
the Camera Calibration Target (refer to procedure).
Note: This procedure describes how to perform a drive cycle
calibration on the
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To engage the parking brake, touch Controls > Safety >
Parking Brake. Follow the onscreen instructions.
Use the touchscreen to manually release the parking
brake (which also shifts Model S into Neutral):
1. Touch Controls > Safety.
2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Parking Brake. If
Removal
Remove the driver's side lower dash trim (refer to procedure).
Rotate the brake light switch 45 degrees clockwise and release
it from the brake pedal assembly.
Caution: The brake light switch is a one time use
component. Ensure that a new switch is used