Tesla Model 3: Sensor - Radar - Front (Calibration)
Calibrate
- Perform a 4-wheel alignment. See Four Wheel Alignment (Check and Adjust).
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle.
- With an assistant, use Toolbox to perform a radar drive cycle
calibration:
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For new radar applications, proceed to step 4.
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For existing radar applications, proceed to step 5.
Warning:
Perform the calibration procedure in a suitable location and comply
with all local traffic safety laws.
Note: Be prepared to drive the vehicle once the calibration process
is initiated. The calibration routine takes between 2 to 5 minutes to complete.
When finished, calibration results are displayed in a popup message in the
calibration routine window.
- For newly installed radar applications (post-radar swap), follow these
steps:
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In Toolbox, open the "New Radar Calibration Dashboard."
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Select "PROC_RADC_X_PLANT-MODE" and then click Run. Wait for the action to
finish.
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Select "Radar Calibration Routine" and then click Run.
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Observe onscreen driving instructions to prepare for the calibration
procedure, and then click OK.
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Press the brake pedal, and then shift into Drive.
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Select "Service Radar Alignment" and then click Run.
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Release the brake pedal and proceed to drive the vehicle to begin the
calibration procedure.
- For existing radar applications, follow these steps:
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In Toolbox, open the "Existing Radar Calibration Dashboard."
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Select "Radar Calibration Routine" and then click Run.
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Observe onscreen driving instructions to prepare for the calibration
procedure, and then click OK.
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Press the brake pedal, and then shift into Drive.
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Select "Service Radar Alignment" and then click Run.
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Release the brake pedal and proceed to drive the vehicle to begin the
calibration procedure.
- Verify that no radar related alerts are triggered.
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Remove
Remove the front fascia. See Fascia - Front (Remove and Install).
Release the clip that attaches the front radar sensor wiring harness to
the front end carrier.
Disconnect the e
Remove
Remove the rear view mirror. See Mirror - Rear View (Remove and Replace).
Release the clips that attach the mirror front cover to the windshield
bracket, and then separate the cover
SEE MORE:
The forward looking camera(s) and the radar
sensor monitor the area in front of Model 3 for
the presence of an object such as a vehicle,
motorcycle, bicycle, or pedestrian. If a collision
is considered likely unless you take immediate
corrective action, Forward Collision Warning is
designed to
In Sentry Mode, cameras and sensors remain
powered on and ready to record suspicious
activity when the vehicle is locked and in Park.
To turn Sentry Mode on or off, touch the
Sentry Mode icon at the top of your
touchscreen. Alternatively, you can use voice
commands, the mobile app, or you ca