Tesla Model S: Sensor - Pedestrian Protection (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.
Note: This procedure does not currently apply to North
American vehicles.
Removal
- Disconnect 12V power (refer to procedure).
- Remove the front fascia (refer to procedure).
- Remove the sensor shroud that covers the LH module.
- Release the fasteners (x2) that secure the LH module to the
vehicle (torque 2.5 Nm). Disconnect the harness connector.
- Repeat steps 3 and 4 on the RH side of the vehicle.
- Remove and discard the outboard clips (x2) that secure the foam
assembly to the front bumper.
- Remove and discard the foam, pedestrian protection sensor
assembly, and inboard fir tree clips (x3).
Note: There are fir tree clips (x3) on the inboard
side of the foam, so additional force might be required when
removing the foam and pedestrian protection sensor assembly.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- When inserting the pedestrian protection sensor into the
foam assembly, ensure that the center marking on the tube lines
up with the center inboard fir tree clip and that the tube is
not twisted.
- Replace the inboard fir tree clips (x3) and outboard clips
(x2) that secure the foam assembly to the bumper.
- Ensure that the foam is evenly flush with the front bumper.
If there are any inconsistent gaps, reinstall the pedestrian
protection sensor.
- Perform the following steps to clear DTCs:
- Open the "DTCs" panel in Toolbox.
- Read all SDM DTCs.
- Clear all SDM DTCs.
- Read all SDM DTCs again.
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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
Caution: Before beginning this procedure, prepare a protected
surface to set instrument cluster on when it is removed, such as
placing a fender cover, towel, or other soft material onto a
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Removal
Remove door handle for access (refer to procedure)
Position handle assembly on a soft working surface.
Remove door handle rear seal.
Remove cable ties securing door pressure sensor and motor
wiring.
Remove press sensor screw.
Proper wiring or outlet grounding must be verified
What this alert means:
No ground connection detected in the Wall Connector.
What to do:
Have the Wall Connector inspected by an electrician to make sure it is
properly grounded. Your electrician should
ensure there is proper grounding at your circ