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Applique - B-Pillar - LH - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. For newer vehicles with HW4 only - Install the bolts (x2) that attach the camera to the B-pillar applique.
    NOTE: Wiggle the camera O-ring through the B-pillar applique, and then fasten the bolts.

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

    • TP8 - Mini ratchet bit set (1450424-00-A)
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  2. Connect the camera electrical connectors (x2), and then install the B-pillar applique.
    NOTE: Slide the B-pillar applique up into the clips, and then align to mounting holes for installation.

    Figure 5. HW3

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    Figure 6. HW3

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    Figure 7. HW4

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    Figure 8. HW4

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  3. Reset the Driver Assistance System (DAS).
    1. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See GATEWAY UNLOCK .
    2. On the touchscreen Service Mode menu, touch Driver Assist > Cameras > Reset DAS.
    3. On the touchscreen Cameras diagram, confirm that the Reset DAS button is highlighted green and that all DAS components display a green status light.
    NOTE: Investigate and rectify any DAS components that display a red status light.
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  4. HW4 cameras only: Run the camera connection test to update the new camera's firmware.
    NOTE: DAS Cameras are not CAN modules and cannot be updated via firmware reinstall or "Part Replacement Deploy".
    1. Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See.
    2. Click on the Actions tab, search for "calibration mode", and then Run the DAS Enter Calibration Mode routine.
    3. Click on the Actions tab, search for "camera connection test", and then Run the routine that corresponds with the camera that was replaced (e.g., Left B-Pillar Camera Connection Test or Front Camera Connection Test).
      NOTE: The forward facing bi-camera assembly consists of two individual cameras that must be updated separately: Front Camera Connection Test and Fisheye Camera Connection Test. Make sure to update firmware on the cameras that were replaced.
      NOTE: If 2 versions of the same routine are displayed, Run the routine that contains "-SCRIPT" in the "Path" field.
    4. In the Camera Connection Test prompt, change the "Timeout" to "100", and then Run the routine.
      NOTE: This routine will update the camera's firmware and then confirm that the camera is connected.
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  5. Install the screws (x2) that attach the B-pillar applique to the body.

    4 N.m (2.9 ft-lbs) 

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

    • Torx T25 socket
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  6. Secure the clips (x2) and the tabs (x2) that attach the B-pillar applique to the body.
    NOTE: Make sure all clips are fully seated.
    NOTE: Secure the bottom tabs onto the B-pillar applique, and then engage the upper clips.
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  7. Secure the door seals to the B-pillar applique.
    NOTE: Use P-80 emulsion grease to assist with the installation of the seals.
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  8. Raise the LH rear window and the LH rear door.
  9. Disable Service Mode. See SERVICE MODE ENABLE AND DISABLE .
  10. For vehicles with HW3 only - Perform the following substeps:
    1. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect) .
    2. In Toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "Service-Redeploy".
    3. Click SERVICE CAN REDEPLOY, and then click Run and allow the routine to complete.
      NOTE: Click the "X " at top right of the window to close once complete. The routine will state pass, but the update will continue to run in the background. The UI will show update progress.
    4. Re-establish connection to Toolbox 3.
    5. Click the Dashboards tab, and then search for "Service Tools".
    6. Click the DAS Image Capture button.
    7. Click the Clear Calibration Pillars button.
      NOTE: Confirm successfully cleared calibration message.
    8. Click the Capture Image button.
      NOTE: The image may take up to 2 minutes to display.
    9. Review the images and make sure all the cameras are able to capture an image correctly.
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    10. Disconnect Toolbox 3 and remove the laptop from the vehicle.
  11. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
  12. Vehicle will need to be driven by customer to complete the calibration procedure. During this time, Autopilot functions will be temporarily unavailable.