Front Drive Unit Assembly - Heat Exchanger, C1 (Remove and Install)
Correction code 3901049081 3901049082 FRT 1.14 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.
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Raise and support vehicle
NoteSet air suspension to "Jack Mode"
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Open LH front door
NotePush LH B-pillar door trigger to release
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Lower LH front window
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Place vehicle in service mode
NoteVia UI > Controls > Software, Touch and hold "Cybertruck" for 2 seconds then release, Use screen keyboard to type "service" into dialog box then select OK
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Unlock vehicle gateway
NoteAfter 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
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Navigate to Refrigerant System through UI
NoteSelect Service Mode > Thermal > Refrigerant System
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Select 'Coolant System' to enter coolant circuit screen, Select 'Coolant Fill/Drain' using the UI and PROC_VCFRONT_X_START-THERMAL-FILL-DRAINvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode:
- Thermal ➜ Actions ➜ Start Thermal Fill/Drain
- Thermal ➜ Coolant System ➜ Start Coolant Fill/Drain
- Thermal ➜ Refrigerant System ➜ Start Refrigerant Fill/Drain
NoteVerify indicator displays green for Coolant readiness, Thermal Fill Drain routine has a 50 minute time limit -
Open powered front trunk
NoteVia exterior switch or UI
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Remove rear underhood apron
Note9x clips
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Power down vehicle via UI
NoteVerify EPBs are engaged, Select charge port icon to ensure drive state is disengaged then power down vehicle via Controls > Safety > Power Off
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Unlock fireman's loop connector and disconnect, Slide eCPA to left on the MV battery connector then lift lever to release
Note2x connectors, Unlock fireman's loop connector and disconnect, Release eCPA by pushing down to unlock and slide red locking tab to left, Wait 2 minutes for electrical circuits to discharge before disconnecting modules
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Raise vehicle fully
NoteSet to a comfortable working height, Lower to locks, Ensure locks engage on both sides to prevent tilting
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Remove lower valence fasteners
Note2x clips, 2x covers, 6x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Release covers to expose bolts
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Remove front aero shield
Note11x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
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Disconnect CFM connectors
Note2x connectors, 2x clips
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Place coolant catcher below RH front of vehicle
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Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
NoteRaise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
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Remove frunk assembly
Note6x bolts, 10mm, 12 Nm, 2x bolt caps, 2x bumpstops, 1x connector, Remove bolt covers from frunk floor, Remove washer fluid cap by gently prying upwards, Rotate bumpstops counter clockwise to release, the 25mm socket from PT Sensor kit can be used, Avoid straining emergency frunk release connector
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Remove front center applique
Note8x tabs, 1x connector, Release upper 4 tabs by pushing down then gently pull away, Release frunk release trigger connector
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Remove front fascia fasteners
Note2x covers, 4x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm, Remove tow hook covers to expose bolts
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Release clips securing front portion of the LH front wheel house liner
Note4x clips
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Remove front fascia LH side fastener
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Pull wheel liner back for access
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Release clips securing front portion of the RH front wheel house liner
Note4x clips
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Remove front fascia RH side fastener and connectors
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x clip, 3x connectors, Pull wheel liner back for access, Pull red locking tab to release, Do not push down on locking tab
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Remove front lower fascia assembly
NotePlace on suitable protective surface
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Remove lower CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Remove fore crossmember
Note2x bolts, 18mm, 90 Nm, Push up on CFM, Use hammer if needed, Recommend assistance
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Disconnect radiator to manifold hose from radiator
Note1x spring clip, Remove from vehicle, Plug hoses
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Disconnect manifold to radiator hose from radiator
Note1x spring clips, Plug hoses
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Release harness from CFM
Note1x grommet, 2x connectors, 5x harness clips, Pull red locking tab to disengage louver connector, Release temperature sensor then disconnect, Release grommet and pull harness through from frunk area
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Remove upper CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Remove CFM
NoteRecommend assistance, Remove from below impact beam, Ensure harness is not pinched during removal
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Disconnect coolant hoses from FDU heat exchanger
Note2x spring clips
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Remove FDU heat exchanger
Note2x bolts, EP10, 5 Nm, Ensure O-rings do not remain on drive unit
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Install FDU heat exchanger
Note2x bolts, EP10, 5 Nm, Ensure O-rings are not pinched
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Connect coolant hoses to FDU heat exchanger
Note2x spring clips, Perform a push-pull-push test to ensure hoses are fully seated
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Install CFM
NoteInstall from bottom, Assistance recommend Manipulate as required, Ensure harness is not pinched during install
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Connect CFM connectors
Note2x connectors, Engage locking tab
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Install upper CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Secure harness to CFM
Note1x grommet, 2x connector, 1x harness clip, Secure grommet then connect temperature sensor, Engage locking tab on louver connector
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Connect radiator inlet coolant hose
Note1x spring clips,Ensure hose is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
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Connect radiator to manifold hose to radiator
Note1x spring clip, Ensure hose is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
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Install fore crossmember
Note2x bolts, 18mm, 90 Nm, Lift CFM away from beam to aid in clearance, Install beam by sliding rewards
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Install lower CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Install front lower fascia assembly
NoteEnsure no harnesses are pinched
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Install RH fascia fastener and connectors
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x clip, 3x connectors, Pull wheel liner back for access, Engage locking tab
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Secure RH wheel liner
Note4x clips
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Install LH fascia fastener
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Pull wheel liner back for access
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Secure LH wheel liner
Note4x clips
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Install front fascia fasteners and covers
Note2x covers, 4x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm, Install tow hook covers
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Install front center applique
Note8x tabs, 1x connector, Ensure all tabs engage, Secure frunk release trigger connector
- Perform cooling system vacuum fill. See Cooling System (Vacuum Refill).
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Slide eCPA to the right and ensure it is seated against the black lever, Connect fireman's loop 20 seconds after eCPA engagement
Note2x connectors, Slide and secure red locking tab on top of release lever, Lock fireman's loop connection, If power cycling vehicle ensure at least 60 seconds has passed since powering down
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Access thermal system routines using the UI
NoteSelect quick controls > Service mode > Thermal > Actions
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Select "Stop Thermal Fill Drain" through UI
NoteAllow routine to complete, ensure routine is successful
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Select "Start Coolant Air Purge" using the UI
NoteTouch time only, wait until coolant pumps stop running (audible noise), Routine Passed will appear, but pumps will run for 10 minutes, If you start next another routine during this time it will fail, Make sure vehicle is not in "Drive", Routine is still running despite the completed message, Speeds can be monitored in garage under PT Thermal tab, Idle speed = ~1500 RPM, Test will vary speeds from 3500-6500 RPM and actuate valves between SERIES and PARALLEL, Putting vehicle into "Drive" will stop this routine, If speeds hover at 7000 RPM, this indicates the pumps are air locked, perform a vacuum fill, Continue to add coolant and purge until the coolant level reaches between the NOM and MAX Lines on the bottle
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Raise vehicle fully
NoteSet to a comfortable working height, Lower to locks, Ensure locks engage on both sides to prevent tilting
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Install front aero shield
Note11x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Apply loctite 222 to aeroshield fasteners
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Install lower valence fasteners
Note2x clips, 2x covers, 6x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Secure covers
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Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
NoteRaise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
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Perform Thermal Performance through the UI
NoteSelect Thermal > Actions > Test Thermal Performance, click Run, close once routine is completed, if thermal test fails follow https://toolbox.teslamotors.com/articles/206000
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Install frunk assembly
Note6x bolts, 10mm, 12 Nm, 2x bolt caps, 2x bumpstops, 1x connector, Install bolt covers to frunk floor, Install washer fluid cap, Install bumpstops by aligning tabs then turning clockwise, Ensure emergency frunk release functions
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Install rear underhood apron
Note9x clips, Adjust windshield seal as required
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Close powered front trunk
NoteVia exterior switch or UI
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Remove vehicle from lift
NoteLower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
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Exit Service Mode
NoteVia UI > Service > Exit, Press and hold "Exit Service Mode" button
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Raise LH front window
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Close LH front door