2012 Tesla Model SFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Module - Body Controller - BCM - Remove And Replace: Installation

NOTE: Configuration changes from within Toolbox can only be performed by a Tesla employee at this time. Third parties must request the configuration change through their agreed Tesla technical support channel.

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

  • Reinstall the latest vehicle firmware, or update the firmware if not the latest. See Firmware Reinstall - Touchscreen or Firmware Update .
  • For the body controller, in Toolbox 3, click the Actions  tab, type "PROC-BDY" into the search field, click PROC_BDY_X_BDY-PEKTRON-VIN-LEARN, click Run  , and allow the routine to complete.
  • For the security controller, in Toolbox 3, click the Actions  tab, type "PROC-SEC" into the search field, click PROC_SEC_X_PEKTRON-VIN-LEARN, click Run  , and allow the routine to complete.
  • Relearn all keys. Refer to Key Fob - Program .
  • For early Model S vehicles, in Toolbox 3, click the Actions  tab, type "immobilizer reset" into the search field, click PROC_DI_X_IMMOBILIZER-RESET, click Run  , and allow the routine to complete.
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