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Windshield (Non-Structural Pack) Remove and Replace: Install

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  1. NOTE: Use soft materials to protect the windshield and to prevent scratching.
  1. Place the new windshield on a support stand with the windshield bracket facing up.
  2. Attach suction cups to the LH and RH sides of the windshield assembly.
  3. Clean the urethane path on the vehicle with an isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipe. Allow the surface to dry before continuing to the next step.
  4. Apply urethane primer to the windshield and vehicle body along the urethane path and in areas that were damaged during removal of the windshield assembly.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the headliner during application.
    NOTE: Allow the primer to dry for at least 2 minute.
  5. Apply urethane to the windshield following the original path.
    NOTE: Make sure that the urethane bead has a triangular cross-section of approximate width 8 mm and height 13 mm.
  6. With an assistant, install the new windshield assembly onto the vehicle, but do not set it yet.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the headliner during installation.
  7. Check the gap and flush of the windshield assembly to the body before fully seating the windshield assembly.
  8. Fully seat the windshield assembly, check the gap and flush, and adjust if necessary.
  9. Apply masking tape to attach the windshield assembly to the body while the urethane cures.
  10. Remove the suction cups from the windshield assembly.
  11. Install the GPS antenna into the windshield bracket, and then install the screw that attaches the antenna to the bracket.

    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)

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

    • Torx T10 bit
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
    G00663937Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  12. Connect the windshield electrical harness to the GPS sensor connector.
    G00663938Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  13. Connect the windshield electrical harness to the humidity and temperature sensor connector.
    G00663939Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  14. Install the screws (x4) that attach the forward facing camera assembly to the windshield bracket.

    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)

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

    • Torx T10 blade attachment
    • Wiha TorqueVario-S 0.8 Nm - 2.0 Nm screwdriver (installation only)
    • Wiha torque setter
    G00663940Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  15. Install the triple camera hood. See HOOD - TRIPLE CAMERA - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  16. Install the windshield harness onto the fastener track clips.
    G00663941Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  17. Connect the interior camera electrical connector.
    G00663942Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G00663943Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  18. Fasten the clips that attach the upper quad camera cover to the windshield bracket
    NOTE: Make sure that the connector for the rear view mirror passes through the opening in the upper quad camera cover.
    G00663944Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  19. Install the rear view mirror. See MIRROR - REAR VIEW - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  20. Fasten the clips (x3) that attach the front of the front headliner to the body.
    G00663945Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  21. Install the RH upper A-pillar trim. See TRIM - A-PILLAR - UPPER - LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  22. Install the RH middle A-Pillar trim. See TRIM - A-PILLAR - MIDDLE - LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  23. Install the RH sunvisor check base. See CHECK BASE - SUN VISOR - LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE or CHECK BASE - MAGNETIC - SUN VISOR - LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  24. Install the RH sunvisor. See SUN VISOR - LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  25. Move the front passenger seat to the original position.
  26. Install the LH sunvisor check base. See CHECK BASE - SUN VISOR - LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE or CHECK BASE - MAGNETIC - SUN VISOR - LH - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  27. Connect the electrical harness to the windshield heater connector.
    G00663946Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  28. Reinstall the vehicle firmware. See SOFTWARE REINSTALL - TOUCHSCREEN .
  29. Install the cowl screen panel. See PANEL - COWL SCREEN - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  30. Install the wiper arms. See WIPER ARMS - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  31. Install the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD APRON - REAR - REMOVE AND REPLACE .
  32. Perform the forward facing camera pitch verification. See CAMERA - FORWARD FACING (PITCH VERIFICATION)
  33. Remove the masking tape after the urethane has cured.
    CAUTION: Do not drive the vehicle until the adhesive manufacturer's recommended minimum drive-away time has passed. Dow Betaseal Express has a drive-away time of 1 hour minimum in temperatures of 0°F (-18°C) or warmer. If necessary, leave the tape applying pressure to the glass on the vehicle and advise the customer that they can remove it after 24 hours. Additionally, advise the customer that they should avoid high driving speeds and speed bumps for the next 24 hours.
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