Front Inner Panels - Megabeam (Remove and Install)
Correction code 3001000011, 3001000012 0.48 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.
Remove
- Remove the MV battery. See MV BATTERY-LITHUM ION-48V (Remove and Install).
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Remove the bolt that attaches the
remote fluid reservoir to the vehicle, lift the reservoir upward to release the datum,
and then position the reservoir aside.CAUTIONMake sure the reservoir does not tip over.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Release the clips (x2) that attach the
RH frunk harness to the vehicle, and then disconnect the frunk harness electrical
connectors (x2).
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Release the clips (x2) and hose
connections (x2) that attach the windshield washer reservoir to the vehicle.
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Remove the fasteners (x3) that attach
the windshield washer reservoir to the vehicle, and then remove the reservoir from the
vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Release the connector lock and
disconnect the electrical connectors (x2), release the harness clips (x2), and then
release the RH frunk harness from the Megabeam.
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Release the clips (x4) and remove the
fastener that attach the LH frunk harness to the Megabeam.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E5
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Remove the bolt that attaches the A/C
suction/discharge line bracket from the Megabeam.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
supermanifold to the megabeam.NoteBreak free then remove by hand to avoid tool jamming. Support supermanifold from underneath. Lower the supermanifold until resting on the HVAC case.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
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Remove the coolant bottle cap.
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With assistance, remove the bolts (x3)
that attach the compressor to the megabeam, and then release the compressor from the
megabeam.NoteSupport the A/C compressor while removing the fasteners. Carefully remove the A/C compressor towards the front of the vehicle and under the megabeam. Place fender cover on fan housing, and then gently place the A/C compressor assembly down.CAUTIONAvoid straining the MV or HV harnesses.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Remove the bolts (x8) that attach the
Megabeam to the vehicle.
NoteBreak the fasteners free by hand before using power tools.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- EP 14 socket
- 21 mm socket
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Remove the Megabeam from the
vehicle.
CAUTIONMake sure the harness is not caught or pinched during removal.
Install
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Position the Megabeam into the
vehicle.
NoteMake sure the harness is on inboard side of cowl mounting tabs.CAUTIONMake sure the harness is not caught or pinched during installation.
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Install the bolts (x8) that attach the
Megabeam to the vehicle.NoteThe EP14 bolts are torqued to 18 Nm and the 21 mm bolts are torqued to 165 Nm.NoteStart the fasteners by hand before using power tools.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- EP 14 socket
- 21 mm socket
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With assistance, position the AC
compressor to the Megabeam, and then install the bolts (x3) that attach compressor to
the Megabeam.CAUTIONSupport the AC compressor while installing the fasteners.CAUTIONAvoid straining the MV or HV harnesses.NoteStart the fasteners by hand.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Move the remote fluid reservoir into
position, and then install the bolt that attaches reservoir to the vehicle.CAUTIONAlign the datum, and then slide the reservoir downwards.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Install the coolant bottle cap.
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Install the bolts (x2) that attach the
Supermanifold to the megabeam.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm deep socket
NoteStart the bolts by hand. -
Install the bolt that attaches the A/C
suction/discharge line bracket to the megabeam.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Secure the clips (x4) and install the
fastener that attach the LH frunk harness to the Megabeam.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E5
- Connect the RH frunk harness connectors (x2) and secure the locking tab, and then secure the clips (x2) that attach the harness to the Megabeam.
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Position the windshield washer
reservoir into the vehicle, and then install the fasteners (x3) that attach the
reservoir to the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Secure the clips (x2) and hose connections (x2) that attach the windshield washer reservoir to the vehicle.
- Secure the clips (x2) that attach the RH frunk harness to the vehicle, and then connect the frunk harness electrical connectors (x2).
- Install the MV battery. See MV BATTERY-LITHUM ION-48V (Remove and Install).