2025-06-11

Header - DC Input - Busbar (Long Range) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code NEW NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

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This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.
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Cybertruck electronics are powered by a 48V "mid voltage" or "MV" architecture that is designed to improve efficiency. Servicing MV components requires extra knowledge and care in order to avoid personal and/or vehicular harm. Read and understand MV precautions in Electrical Precautions and make sure any required MV-related training courses have been completed, as applicable.
  • 2025-05-05: Released new procedure.
  1. Raise and support vehicle
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    Set air suspension to "Jack Mode"
  2. Open LH front door
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    Push LH B-pillar door trigger to release
  3. Lower LH front window
  4. Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_ENTER-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link)
  5. Unlock vehicle gateway
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    After vehicle has been put into "Service Mode", place keycard on center console to turn on drive rails, hold down the brake pedal, while keep pressing right hand signal button simultaneously for at least 10 seconds, "GTW UNLOCKING" should pop up on the UI right next to the VIN during these 10 seconds, once gateway is unlocked "GTW UNLOCKED 5400" will be displayed on the UI next to the VIN, the gateway will remain unlocked for 90 minutes, follow steps on Toolbox article #5582900 for any additional information
  6. Open powered front trunk
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    Via exterior switch or UI
  7. Remove fastener covers from bed floor assembly
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    Note
    14x covers
  8. Remove bed floor assembly
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    Note
    10x short bolts, 15mm, 56 Nm, 2x long bolts, 15mm, 46Nm, Lift front edge with trim tool then remove panel, Recommend assistance
  9. Power down vehicle via UI
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    Verify EPBs are engaged, Select charge port icon to ensure drive state is disengaged then power down vehicle via Controls > Safety > Power Off
  10. Remove rear underhood apron
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    Note
    9x clips
  11. Disconnect FRL connector then disconnect MV battery connector
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    2x connectors, Release locking tab then disconnect FRL connector, Slide eCPA to left then lift lever to release MV battery connector, Early production trucks may have black FRL connector, Release eCPA by pushing down to unlock and slide red locking tab, Wait 2 minutes for electrical circuits to discharge before disconnecting modules
  12. Verify operation of multimeter
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    Set multimeter to DC voltage, Confirm multimeter is properly measuring voltage by testing MV battery, Touch lightly and do not damage terminals
  13. Raise vehicle fully
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    Set to a comfortable working height, Lower to locks, Ensure locks engage on both sides to prevent tilting
  14. Remove rear skid plate
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    6x clips, 3x bolts, 15mm, 42 Nm, 5x bolts, 13mm, 28 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
  15. Remove all items from pockets and ensure not wearing metal items
  16. Inspect HV insulating gloves
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    Check gloves for damage prior to use, Refer to service document TN-15-92-003
  17. Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves
  18. Verify no HV - Install amp clamp to RDU HV harness
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    Verify meter is zeroed out before performing measurement, Measure single cable. Verify ammeter is installed in correct direction. If current > 0.5A do not proceed with disconnecting HV connector. In this case, start vehicle electrical isolation again to make sure that all was properly shut down. Escalate for assistance as requiredIf current < 0.5A, Ok to disconnect and check voltage at HV plug on the battery side.Release locking tab and rotate the release lever up to disengage the connector, Release harness clip, Do not force the release lever up, Ensure the alignment tabs on the RDU header are not damagedMake sure to wear PPE (HV gloves, safety glasses) when working on high voltage component, Measure B+ to Ground, B- to Ground, B+ to B-, If voltage is greater than 10V, Pack contactors are not open or welded, Stop work and reach out to Service Engineering
  19. Remove pyro fuse access cover
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    4x bolts, E-Torx 5 lobe, 10 Nm
  20. Remove primary pyro fuse
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    2x bolts, 13mm, 5 Nm + 60 Degrees, Support pyro fuse while removing bolts
  21. Remove secondary pyro fuse
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    2x bolts, 13mm, 5 Nm + 60 Degrees, Support pyro fuse while removing bolts
  22. Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
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    Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
  23. Disconnect ancillary bay MV connector
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    1x connector, Double locking, Release tab then pivot lever, Release second tab to disengage connector, Wait 1 second between locking tab release to discharge and prevent arcing
  24. Remove bolt securing busbar HV connector lid
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    1x bolt, EP10, 9 Nm
  25. Remove bolts securing HV connector to DC FC header
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    2x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm
  26. Release HV connector from DC FC header
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    1x connector, Use inflatable airbag to suspend busbar assembly above ancillary assembly
  27. Support HV Busbar assembly
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    Suspend assembly to maintain clearance
  28. Remove fast charger header doubler
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    2x bolts, E10 5 Lobe Torx, 10 Nm
  29. Release low voltage header
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    2x bolts, EP10, 6 Nm
  30. Release fasteners securing ancillary cover to HV battery
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    22x bolts, E10 5-Lobe, 6 Nm, Use E10 5-Lobe socket without magnet, The fasteners are captive and will stay attached to the penthouse cover, Follow fastening order
  31. Remove ancillary cover
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    Use suction cup and maneuver around busbar and tonneau cage
  32. Remove DC header
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    Slide header off DC bus links, Inspect seal, Replace header if damaged
  33. Install DC header
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    Slide header on to DC bus links, Inspect seal, Replace header if damaged
  34. Install ancillary cover
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    Use suction cup and maneuver around busbar and tonneau cage
  35. Secure fasteners of cover to HV battery
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    22x bolts, E10 5-Lobe, 6 Nm, Use E10 5-Lobe socket without magnet, The fasteners are captive and will stay attached to the penthouse cover, Follow fastening order
  36. Secure low voltage header
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    2x bolts, EP10, 6 Nm
  37. Secure fast charger header doubler
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    2x bolts, E10 5 Lobe Torx, 10Nm
  38. Clean HV connector contact surface of residual Penetrox
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    Allow 1 minute dry time after removing Penetrox, New busbar comes with Penetrox applied to HV connector
  39. Clean busbar HV connector contact surface of residual Penetrox
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    Allow 1 minute dry time after removing Penetrox, It is necessary to clean HV connector during re-use of busbar
  40. Apply Penetrox onto HV connector joints
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    Apply 2 drops of Penetrox A-13 about 5mm in diameter to either side of the hole on both leads, Spread evenly to verify the contact surface is fully covered
  41. Position busbar connector and lower onto HV header
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    Release bungee cord
  42. Install bolts securing charge port busbar kit to HV Header
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    2x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm
  43. Perform Hioki resistance test at each HV joint from HV busbar lead to bolt head
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    2x HV joints, When using Hioki tester, verify the meter has been properly adjusted and set prior to usageThe acceptable resistance is between 0.050 mΩ (50 μΩ) and 0.195 mΩ (195 μΩ).If the resistance is greater than 0.195 mΩ (195 μΩ), stop work and escalate the Toolbox session.If the resistance is lower than 0.050 mΩ (50 μΩ), reposition the probes and measure again.If the resistance is repeatedly between 0.00 mΩ and 0.050 mΩ (50 μΩ), hioki test passed, proceed to next step
  44. Install bolt securing busbar HV connector lid
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    1x bolt, EP10, 9 Nm
  45. Remove leather over gloves and HV insulating gloves
  46. Connect Ancillary bay MV connector
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    1x connector, double locking, Rotate lever into 2nd lock, Perform a pull test to ensure connector engaged correctly
  47. Raise vehicle fully
  48. Inspect HV insulating gloves
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    Check gloves for damage prior to use, Refer to service document TN-15-92-003
  49. Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves
  50. Install secondary pyro fuse
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    2x bolts, 13mm, 5 Nm + 60 degrees, Support pyro fuse while installing bolts
  51. Install primary pyro fuse
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    2x bolts, 13mm, 5 Nm + 60 degrees, Support pyro fuse while installing bolts
  52. Perform Hioki resistance test at each HV joint from HV busbar lead to pyro fuse busbar
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    4x HV joints, When using Hioki tester, verify the meter has been properly adjusted and set prior to usageThe acceptable resistance is between 0.050 mΩ (50 μΩ) and 0.195 mΩ (195 μΩ).If the resistance is greater than 0.195 mΩ (195 μΩ), stop work and escalate the Toolbox session.If the resistance is lower than 0.050 mΩ (50 μΩ), reposition the probes and measure again.If the resistance is repeatedly between 0.00 mΩ and 0.050 mΩ (50 μΩ), hioki test passed, proceed to next step
  53. Install pyro fuse access cover
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    4x bolts, E-Torx 5 lobe, 10 Nm, Ensure seal is fully seated and undamaged, If HV pack is being shipped then pyro fuses must be removed
  54. Remove leather over gloves and HV insulating gloves
  55. Install Mid-aero shield
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    6x clips, 3x bolts, 15mm, 70 Nm, 3x bolts, 13mm, 28 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
  56. Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
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    Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
  57. Connect FRL connector then connect MV battery connector
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    2x connectors, Connect FRL connector then secure locking tab, Position lever to secure MV battery connector then slide eCPA to right, Early production trucks may have black FRL connector, If power cycling vehicle then ensure at least 60 seconds has passed since powering down
  58. Install rear underhood apron
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    9x clips, Adjust windshield seal as required
  59. Close powered front trunk
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    Via exterior switch or UI
  60. Install bed floor assembly
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    10x short bolts, 15mm, 56 Nm, 2x long bolts, 15mm, 46Nm, Recommend assistance
  61. Install fastener covers onto bed floor assembly
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    14x covers
  62. Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_EXIT-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link)
  63. Raise LH front window
  64. Close LH front door
  65. Remove vehicle from lift
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    Lower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"