30/05/2024 02:29:17

Cooling System - Drain and Refill

Correction code 18300100 FRT 0.66 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.

  • 1130942-00-B Adapter, Coolant Reservoir Pressure Test
  • 1140501-00-A Pack Kit, Enclosure, Leak Test, HV Battery, Complete
  • 1065131-00-A TOOL KIT, BATT COOLANT DRN & FILL
  • 1050448-00-B COOLANT VACUUM FILL - JTC
  • 1135762-00-A Kit, Svc Plug, Cooling Hose, Model 3
  • 1479505-00-A KIT, M3 VACUUM FILL COOLANT ADAPTER

Remove

  1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the cabin intake duct. See Assembly - Fresh Air Gutter - HVAC (Remove and Replace).
  3. Unlock the gateway. See Gateway Unlock.
  4. On the touchscreen, touch Service Mode > Thermal > Coolant System > Coolant Fill/Drain and select Run to start the "Start Thermal Fluid Fill/Drain (Coolant Only)" routine.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    If the routine takes more than 5 hours, perform the routine again.
  5. Disconnect LV power. See LV Battery - Li-lon (Disconnect and Connect).
  6. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the bolt that attaches the RH front wheel liner to the skid plate.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 4 in extension
    • 10 mm socket
  8. Remove the push clips (x3) that attach the lower rear edge of the RH front wheel liner to the vehicle for access to the coolant hose.
  9. Use a bungee strap to pull back the RH front wheel liner and attach it to the subframe.

Drain

  1. Position the coolant drain container underneath the RH front side of the HV battery.
  2. Remove the coolant bottle cap.
  3. Install the coolant reservoir pressure test adapter onto the coolant bottle.
  4. Connect the enclosure leak tester onto the coolant reservoir pressure test adapter.
  5. Release the clip and then disconnect the powertrain return hose.
  6. Turn both valve knobs on the enclosure leak tester to the vertical position to close the valves.
  7. Connect the enclosure leak tester to air supply.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Ensure both valves are closed.
  8. Turn the valve knob on the right to the horizontal position to open the valve.
  9. Set the enclosure leak tester to 20 psi.
  10. Slowly turn the valve knob on the left to the horizontal position to open the valve.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Hold the ends of the powertrain supply hose over the coolant drain container.
  11. Close the valves on the enclosure leak tester when no more coolant is draining from the powertrain supply hose.
  12. Disconnect the enclosure leak tester from air supply.
  13. Connect the powertrain return hose, then install the clip.
  14. Remove the coolant drain container from underneath the vehicle.

Refill

  1. Release the RH front wheel liner from the bungee strap, and remove the strap from the vehicle.
  2. Install the push clips (x3) that attach the lower rear edge of the RH front wheel liner to the vehicle.
  3. Install the bolt that attaches the RH front wheel liner to the skid plate.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 4 in extension
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  5. Disconnect the enclosure leak tester from the coolant reservoir pressure test adapter.
  6. Remove the coolant reservoir pressure test adapter from the coolant bottle.
  7. Refill the system with coolant. See Cooling System - Vacuum Refill.