17/10/2023 18:52:20

Skid Plate - HV Battery - Rear (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1601010012 FRT 0.24 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

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See GUID-0ECF2493-88F6-48E9-ADBB-9AE1D52E217C.html.
  2. Remove the rear aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  3. Use a clip pry tool to release the clip that attaches the LH coolant hose to the rear HV battery skid plate.
  4. Use a clip pry tool to release the clips (x2) that attach the RH coolant hose to the rear HV battery skid plate.
  5. Remove the lower bolts (x2) that attach the skid plate to the HV battery.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 4 in extension
    • External Torx Plus EP10
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  6. Remove the upper nut that attaches the skid plate to the HV battery.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 4 in extension
    • 10 mm socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  7. Remove the upper bolts (x4) that attach the skid plate to the HV battery, and then remove the skid plate from the HV battery.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 3 in extension
    • 13 mm socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver

Install

  1. Position the skid plate onto the HV battery, then hand-tighten the upper bolts (x4) that attach the skid plate to the HV battery.
  2. Hand-tighten the upper nut that attaches the skid plate to the HV battery.
  3. Install the lower bolts (x2) that attach the skid plate to the HV battery.
    13 Nm (9.6 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 4 in extension
    • External Torx Plus EP10
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Torque the upper bolts (x4) that attach the skid plate to the HV battery.
    35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 6 in extension
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  5. Torque the upper nut that attaches the skid plate to the HV battery.
    13 Nm (9.6 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 6 in locking socket
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  6. Fasten the clips (x2) that attach the RH coolant hose to the rear HV battery skid plate enclosure.
  7. Fasten the clip that attaches the LH coolant hose to the rear HV battery skid plate enclosure.
  8. Install the rear aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  9. Remove the vehicle from the lift. See GUID-0ECF2493-88F6-48E9-ADBB-9AE1D52E217C.html.