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Service procedures

ICE Enter Autopilot Retrofit Mode

Common/tasks/PROC_ICE_X_ENTER-RETROFIT-MODE

Model 3 / YModel S / X (legacy)Model S / X (2021+)

What this task does

The enter Autopilot Retrofit Mode procedure allows for internet communication on Hardware 3 (HW3) Autopilot electronic control units (ECUs).

Vehicle compatibility

Select your vehicle’s hardware to see task details, requirements, and inputs. Availability is confirmed after connection.

Model 3 / Y AMD
Vehicle coverage
2024+ Model 3, 2025+ Model Y, Model Y, Pre-2024 Model 3
Supported connection
Local connection
Vehicle state
Stationary · Parked
Gateway diagnostic level
No specific level listed

Procedure notes

Vehicle will enter Autopilot Retrofit Mode. Execution is recommended prior to firmware deployment and after a car computer replacement.

Task inputs (0)

This task has no listed user inputs.

Model 3 / Y Intel
Vehicle coverage
Model Y, Pre-2024 Model 3
Supported connection
Local connection
Vehicle state
Stationary · Parked
Gateway diagnostic level
No specific level listed

Procedure notes

Vehicle will enter Autopilot Retrofit Mode. Execution is recommended prior to firmware deployment and after a car computer replacement.

Task inputs (0)

This task has no listed user inputs.

Model S / X (legacy) Legacy infotainment
Vehicle coverage
Pre-2021 Model S, Pre-2021 Model X
Supported connection
Local connection
Vehicle state
Stationary · Parked
Gateway diagnostic level
No specific level listed

Procedure notes

Vehicle will enter Autopilot Retrofit Mode. Execution is recommended prior to firmware deployment and after a car computer replacement.

Task inputs (0)

This task has no listed user inputs.

Model S / X (2021+) AMD
Vehicle coverage
2021+ Model S, 2021+ Model X
Supported connection
Local connection
Vehicle state
Stationary · Parked
Gateway diagnostic level
No specific level listed

Procedure notes

Vehicle will enter Autopilot Retrofit Mode. Execution is recommended prior to firmware deployment and after a car computer replacement.

Task inputs (0)

This task has no listed user inputs.

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