2026-05-27

Thermal Vent - HV Battery (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1601011032 FRT 0.48 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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Only technicians who have completed all required certification courses are permitted to perform this procedure. Tesla recommends third party service provider technicians undergo equivalent training before performing this procedure. For more information on Tesla Technician requirements, or descriptions of the subject matter for third parties, see HV Certification Requirements. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a minimum rating of class 0 (1000V) must be worn at all times a high voltage cable, busbar, or fitting is handled. Refer to Tech Note TN-15-92-003, High Voltage Awareness Care Points for additional safety information.

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  3. Open the powered frunk.
  4. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
  5. Disconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  6. Perform Vehicle HV Disablement procedure. See Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure (Test/Adjust).
  7. Release the tabs (x2) that attach the thermal vent to the vehicle, and then remove and discard the thermal vent and breather.

Install

  1. Position a new thermal vent into the vehicle, and then secure the clips (x2) that attach the thermal vent to the vehicle.
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    Align datums with the battery, and then press evenly with both hands.
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    Make sure the tabs are fully engaged and the vent is flush with battery.
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    The breather will be installed at a later step.
  2. Apply butyl patches (x3) onto the remaining thermal vents.
  3. Perform HV battery air leak test. See HV Battery Air Leak Test (Test/Adjust).
  4. Install the rear skid plate. See Skid Plate - Rear (Remove and Install) .
  5. Reconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  6. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  8. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.