2026-06-10

HV Battery Air Leak Test (Standard) (Test/Adjust)

Correction code 16102200 1.44 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above 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. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

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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.
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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.
  • 2026-05-08: Released new procedure.
  1. Raise and support vehicle
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    If vehicle has air suspension set to Jack Mode", Align lift adapter pins with lift point holes on body, Ensure vehicle is not charging, Remove charging cable if it's plugged in
  2. Open LH front door
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    Push LH B-pillar door trigger to release
  3. Lower LH front window
  4. Open tonneau cover
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    Press forward arrow on LH bed rail
  5. Open tailgate
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    Press button to release, Use manual release as necessary
  6. Remove fastener covers from bed floor assembly
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    14x covers
  7. Remove bed floor assembly
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    12x short bolts, 15mm, 56 Nm, 2x long bolts, 15mm, 46Nm, Lift front edge with trim tool then remove panel, Recommend assistance
  8. Remove fasteners securing RH tonneau NVH barrier
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    6x bolts, T25, 5 Nm, Vehicles built before April 2024 will have 1-piece NVH cover, 5x bolts, 8mm, 5 Nm, Vehicles built after April 2024 will have updated 1-piece NVH cover, 9x bolts, 4mm Allen, 5 Nm, Vehicles built after October 2024 will have 2-piece NVH cover*part number for bolts needed
  9. Remove RH tonneau NVH barrier
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    Vehicles built before April 2024 will have 1-piece NVH cover, Vehicles built after April 2024 will have updated 1-piece NVH cover, Vehicles built after October 2024 will have 2-piece NVH cover, Maneuver around bed wall then remove
  10. Remove fasteners securing LH tonneau NVH barrier
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    5x bolts, T25, 5 Nm, Vehicles built before April 2024 will have 1-piece NVH cover, 5x bolts, 8mm, 5 Nm, Vehicles built after April 2024 will have updated 1-piece NVH cover, 9x bolts, 4mm Allen, 5 Nm, Vehicles built after October 2024 will have 2-piece NVH cover
  11. Remove LH tonneau NVH barrier
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    Vehicles built before April 2024 will have 1-piece NVH cover, Vehicles built after April 2024 will have updated 1-piece NVH cover, Vehicles built after October 2024 will have 2-piece NVH cover, Maneuver around bed wall then remove
  12. Close tonneau cover partially for access to ancillary area
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    Press forward arrow on LH bed rail
  13. Open powered front trunk
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    Via exterior switch or UI
  14. Power off vehicle from center display
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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
  15. Remove rear underhood apron
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    9x clips
  16. Disconnect first responder loop and 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
  17. 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
  18. Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks
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    Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Ensure an audible click of locks on both sides is heard before lowering, Vehicle may tilt to the side if both locks are not engaged
  19. Remove mid-aero shield
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    6x clips, 3x bolts, 15mm, 42 Nm, 5x bolts, 13mm, 28 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm(*15mm & 10mm bolts not shown in catalog, feedback sent)
  20. Remove all items from pockets and ensure not wearing metal items
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    This includes phones, badges, metal belt buckles airpods and headphones
  21. Inspect HV insulating gloves
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    Check gloves for damage prior to use, Refer to service document TN-15-92-003, for information on inspecting HV gloves.
  22. Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves
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    Use HV cut resistant insulated gloves or HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves, HV Insulating gloves must be worn any time a Hioki Tester or Hi-Pot Tester is used, Refer to service document TN-15-92-003 R5 for PPE requirements depending on vehicle configuration
  23. 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
  24. Secure RDU header connector to ancillary
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    1x connector, Verify lever is in the upright and open position, Carefully seat connector and allow lever to engage, Fully secure lever and verify red tab is locked, Do not damage any pins
  25. Inspect thermal vent breather plugs
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    4x plugs, If plug has laser etchings in line then replace, If plug is loose then press to get audible click
  26. Inspect pyro access cover breather plug
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    1x plug, If plug has laser etchings in line then replace, If plug is loose then press to get audible click
  27. Loosen bolts securing 2x4 header assembly to enclosure
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    4x bolts, 5-lobe E10, 6 Nm, Use hand tools only, Adjust assembly as needed, Do not remove connectors unless soft set is found
  28. Torque bolts securing 2x4 header assembly to enclosure
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    4x bolts, 5-lobe E10, 6 Nm, Use hand tools only, Adjust assembly as needed, Do not remove connectors unless soft set is found
  29. Remove breather plug from thermal vent
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    1x plug, 3x tabs per plug, Discard after removal
  30. Apply butyl onto remaining thermal vents
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    3x butyl patches, 3x thermal vents
  31. Install enclosure leak test adapter onto open thermal vent
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    1x thermal vent
  32. Connect enclosure leak tester onto adapter
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    1x adapter
  33. Close both valves on regulator
  34. Connect regulator to air supply
  35. Turn right side regulator valve to open position
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    Turn valve knob to horizontal position
  36. Set regulator to 0.3 psi
  37. Open left side regulator valve to inject air into platter
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    Close right side regulator valve when pressure reaches 0.3 psi and stabilizes, Allow platter to fill for 120 seconds
  38. Wait 30 seconds for pressure to settle
  39. Record value of starting pressure
  40. Wait 30 seconds to test pressure
  41. Record value of end pressure
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    Subtract ending pressure from starting pressure, If difference is greater than 0.006 psi then inspect tools and retest, If difference is still greater than 0.006 psi then escalate to Service Engineering, If difference is 0.006 psi or less then proceed with current procedure
  42. Remove enclosure leak test adapter from open thermal vent
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    1x thermal vent
  43. Remove butyl from remaining thermal vents
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    3x butyl patches, 3x thermal vents
  44. Install breather plug onto thermal vent
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    1x plug, 3x tabs per plug, Install new plug, Press plug evenly, Make sure tabs are fully engaged and plug is flush with vent
  45. Remove breather plug from pyro access cover
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    1x plug, 3x tabs per plug, Discard after removal
  46. Install enclosure leak test adapter onto pyro access cover breather hole
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    1x thermal vent
  47. Close both valves on regulator
  48. Turn right side regulator valve to open position
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    Turn valve knob to horizontal position
  49. Set regulator to 0.3 psi
  50. Open left side regulator valve to inject air into ancillary bay
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    Close right side regulator valve when pressure reaches 0.3 psi and stabilizes, Allow bay to fill for 120 seconds
  51. Wait 30 seconds for pressure to settle
  52. Record value of starting pressure
  53. Wait 30 seconds to test pressure
  54. Record value of end pressure
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    Subtract ending pressure from starting pressure, If difference is greater than 0.05 psi then inspect tools and retest, If difference is still greater than 0.05 psi then escalate to Service Engineering, If difference is 0.05 psi or less then proceed with current procedure
  55. Close both valves on regulator
  56. Turn right side regulator valve to open position
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    Turn valve knob to horizontal position
  57. Set regulator to 0.8 psi
  58. Open left side regulator valve to inject air into ancillary bay
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    Close right side regulator valve when pressure reaches 0.8 psi and stabilizes, Allow bay to fill for 120 seconds
  59. Inspect 2x4 header assembly for air leak
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    2x headers, Spray with soapy water as needed, Do not disconnect connectors, If leak found then proceed to replacement procedure
  60. Inspect pyro access cover for air leak
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    Spray with soapy water as needed, If leak found then proceed to replacement procedure
  61. Inspect PCS coolant passthrough for air leak
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    2x hoses, Spray with soapy water as needed, Do not disconnect hoses, If leak found then proceed to replacement procedure
  62. Inspect DU HV headers for air leak
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    3x headers, Spray with soapy water as needed, Do not disconnect connectors, If leak found then proceed to replacement procedure
  63. Inspect ancillary bay flood ports for air leak
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    3x ports, Spray with soapy water as needed, If leak found then proceed to replacement procedure
  64. 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
  65. Remove bolt securing busbar HV connector lid
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    1x bolt, EP10, 9 Nm
  66. Remove bolts securing HV connector to DC FC header
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    2x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm
  67. Release HV connector from DC FC header
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    1x connector, Use inflatable airbag if needed to suspend busbar assembly above ancillary assembly
  68. Install CP busbar dummy plug onto DC FC header
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    1x bolt, 10mm, 9 Nm, Shift plug up and down a few times to work grease onto seal grooves
  69. 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
  70. Close both valves on regulator
  71. Turn right side regulator valve to open position
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    Turn valve knob to horizontal position
  72. Set regulator to 0.3 psi
  73. Open left side regulator valve to inject air into ancillary bay
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    Close right side regulator valve when pressure reaches 0.3 psi and stabilizes, Allow bay to fill for 120 seconds
  74. Wait 30 seconds for pressure to settle
  75. Record value of starting pressure
  76. Wait 30 seconds to test pressure
  77. Record value of end pressure
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    Subtract ending pressure from starting pressure, If difference is greater than 0.05 psi then inspect tools and retest, If difference is still greater than 0.05 psi then escalate to Service Engineering, If difference is 0.05 psi or less then proceed to repair procedure
  78. Disconnect air supply from regulator
  79. Disconnect enclosure leak tester from adapter
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    1x adapter
  80. Remove enclosure leak test adapter from pyro access cover breather hole
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    1x thermal vent
  81. Install rear skid plate
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    6x clips, 3x bolts, 15mm, 42 Nm, 5x bolts, 13mm, 28 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Apply Loctite 222 to mid aero shield bolts and install fasteners
  82. Lower vehicle fully
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    Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
  83. Remove CP busbar dummy plug from DC FC header
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    1x bolt, 10mm, 9 Nm
  84. Position busbar connector and lower onto HV header
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    Release bungee cord
  85. Install bolts securing charge port busbar kit to HV Header
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    2x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm
  86. 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
  87. Install bolt securing busbar HV connector lid
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    1x bolt, EP10, 9 Nm
  88. Remove leather over gloves and HV insulating gloves
  89. Position LH tonneau NVH barrier
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    Vehicles built before April 2024 will have 1-piece NVH cover, Vehicles built after April 2024 will have updated 1-piece NVH cover, Vehicles built after October 2024 will have 2-piece NVH cover, Maneuver around bed wall then position
  90. Install fasteners securing LH tonneau NVH barrier
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    5x bolts, T25, 5 Nm, Vehicles built before April 2024 will have 1-piece NVH cover, 5x bolts, 8mm, 5 Nm, Vehicles built after April 2024 will have updated 1-piece NVH cover, 9x bolts, 4mm Allen, 5 Nm, Vehicles built after October 2024 will have 2-piece NVH cover
  91. Position RH tonneau NVH barrier
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    Vehicles built before April 2024 will have 1-piece NVH cover, Vehicles built after April 2024 will have updated 1-piece NVH cover, Vehicles built after October 2024 will have 2-piece NVH cover, Maneuver around bed wall then position
  92. Install fasteners securing RH tonneau NVH barrier
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    6x bolts, T25, 5 Nm, Vehicles built before April 2024 will have 1-piece NVH cover, 5x bolts, 8mm, 5 Nm, Vehicles built after April 2024 will have updated 1-piece NVH cover, 9x bolts, 4mm Allen, 5 Nm, Vehicles built after October 2024 will have 2-piece NVH cover
  93. Install bed floor assembly
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    12x short bolts, 15mm, 56 Nm, 2x long bolts, 15mm, 46Nm, Recommend assistance
  94. Install fastener covers onto bed floor assembly
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    14x covers
  95. Connect first responder loop and 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
  96. Install rear underhood apron
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    9x clips, Adjust windshield seal as required
  97. Close powered front trunk
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    Via frunk switch or UI
  98. Close tonneau cover
  99. Close tailgate
  100. Remove vehicle from lift
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    Lower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
  101. Raise LH front window
  102. Close LH front door