2025-02-03
Cooling System - Coolant (Drain and Refill)
Correction code
18300110
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.
Warning
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.
Warning
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.
- Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
- Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_ENTER-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link)
- Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
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Access thermal system routines using the UI
NoteSelect quick controls > Service mode > Diagnostics > Thermal, Authorize routines by holding right turn signal, depressing brake pedal for 10 seconds with key on phone dock
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Select 'Coolant System' to enter coolant circuit screen, Select 'Coolant Fill/Drain'
using the UI and Thermal Fluid Fill/Drain (Coolant only), Select 'Run'
NoteVerify indicator displays green for Coolant readiness, Thermal Fill Drain routine has a 50 minute time limit
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Inspect the coolant cap to make sure it is fully tightened before continuing.
- Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power (Modify).
- Remove the front aero shield. See Undertray - Front Aeroshield (Remove and Install).
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Position coolant drain container
NotePosition coolant drain container under front high voltage battery coolant connections
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Change to "Disconnect HV battery coolant return hose"
Note1x spring clip
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Prepare drain and fill tooling
Note3x adapters, 1x hose, 1x pressure tester
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Connect flush adapters onto HV battery coolant return hose
Note2x adapters, Position hose onto empty container
- Connect enclosure leak tester onto flush adapter
- Close both valves on the regulator
- Connect regulator to air supply
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Turn right side regulator valve to the open position
NoteBy turning the valve knob to a horizontal position, The valve is fully open
- Set regulator to 5.0 psi
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Slowly open left side regulator valve and allow coolant to completely drain
NoteAllow about 20L of coolant to drain from vehicle
- Close valves on regulator once no coolant is draining from HV battery RH front inlet port and hose
- Disconnect air supply from regulator tool
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Disconnect flush adapters from HV battery coolant return hose
Note2x adapters
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Connect HV battery coolant return hose
Note1x spring clip
- Install the front aero shield. See Undertray - Front Aeroshield (Remove and Install).
- Lower the vehicle until the tires are touching the ground.
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Perform cooling system vacuum refill. See Cooling System (Vacuum Refill).
NoteSkip the steps to run the Start Thermal Fill Drain (Coolant + Refrigerant) on the UI.
- Install the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.