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Hose - Front Drive Unit Powertrain Bypass (Heat Pump) (RWD) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 18302302 0.55 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.

Warning

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. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Remove

Raise and support vehicle
Open LH front door
Lower LH front window
Open hood

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Press "Open" button on touchscreen to release latch, Lift lid manually
Remove rear apron

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12x clips, Only store rear apron visible face upwards
Remove cabin intake upper duct assembly

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3x clips, Some configurations may come with 4x clips
Power off vehicle from center display

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Via Controls > Safety > Power Off, Select Power Off button at warning dialogue box
Disconnect 12V negative terminal

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1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm, Ensure vehicle is in park, climate control system is off, and vehicle is not charging before disconnecting 12V
Disconnect first responder loop

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1x connector, Release locking tab
Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side, Verify doors are clear of surrounding objects
Remove outer fasteners securing front aero shield

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9x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
Remove remaining nuts and remove front aero shield from vehicle

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2x nuts, 15mm, 5 Nm
Remove clips securing RH front wheel liner to vehicle

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4x clips
Use bungee strap to pull back RH front wheel liner

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Secure to subframe
Position coolant drain container underneath RH front of HV battery
Disconnect PT return tube from FDU bypass hose

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2x clips, 2x plugs, Lower hose located on RH front of HV battery, Plug both hose ends
Remove coolant drain container from underneath vehicle

Install

Release FDU bypass hose from front subframe

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1x fir tree clip
Lower vehicle

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
Position fluid catcher underneath front of vehicle
Disconnect FDU bypass hose from the Supermanifold and remove from vehicle

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1x spring clip, 2x plugs, Plug supermanifold and bypass hose to prevent excess coolant drain
Feed hose into position and install FDU bypass hose to the supermanifold

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1x spring clip, 2x plugs, Install plug onto lower end of hose to avoid coolant loss, Remove plug from Supermanifold, Perform push-pull-push test to make sure hose is fully engaged
Remove fluid catcher from underneath vehicle
Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Secure FDU bypass hose to front subframe

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1x fir tree clip
Position coolant drain container underneath RH front of HV battery
Remove plugs then connect PT return tube to FDU bypass hose

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2x clips, 2x plugs, Perform push-pull-push test to make sure hoses are fully engaged
Remove coolant drain container from underneath vehicle
Release RH front wheel liner from bungee strap

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Remove strap from vehicle
Install clips securing RH front wheel liner to vehicle

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4x clips
Position front aero shield to vehicle and install nuts

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2x nuts, 15mm, 5 Nm
Apply Loctite 222 onto front aero shield bolts and install outer fasteners to front aero shield

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9x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
Lower vehicle fully

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
Install frunk assembly to vehicle

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12x clips, Make sure frunk assembly is fully seated onto clips, Number of clips may vary on older vehicles. Ensure A/C compressor HVIL harness is not pinched between frunk assembly and thermal beam
Install bolts securing frunk assembly

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7x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, Lower RBN covers after installing upper fasteners, Newer vehicles may not be equipped with covers
Install frunk close out panel

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4x clips, 1x connector, Frunk safety switch, 3x guide tabs, Align 3x tabs then push downward to secure clips
Remove coolant bottle cap
Inspect coolant level and top off as necessary

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Ensure that fluid level is at Max line
Connect first responder loop

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1x connector, Engage locking tab, Connect FRL before connecting 12V to avoid damage to car computer
Connect 12V negative terminal

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1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm
Perform the following routine using Service Mode or Toolbox (see 0005 - Service Modes):
TEST_VCFRONT_X_THERMAL-COOLANT-AIR-PURGE
via Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode:
Thermal ➜ Actions ➜ Coolant Purge Stop or Coolant Purge Start
Thermal ➜ Coolant System ➜ Coolant Purge Start
via Service Mode Plus:
Drive Inverter ➜ Front Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
Drive Inverter ➜ Rear Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
Drive Inverter ➜ Rear Left Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
Drive Inverter ➜ Rear Right Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
Drive Unit ➜ Front Drive Unit Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
Drive Unit ➜ Rear Drive Unit Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
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Make sure vehicle is not in drive state, Plan is still running despite the stop message, Coolant pumps will be audible, Test lasts approximately 10 mins, Speeds can be monitored in garage under PT Thermal tab, Idle speed = ~1500 RPM, Test will vary speeds from 3500-6500 RPM and actuate valve between SERIES and PARALLEL, Putting vehicle into drive state will stop this routine, If speeds hover at 7000 RPM, that means the pumps are air locked, perform vacuum fill again, Continue to add coolant and purge until the coolant level reaches between the NOM and MAX Lines on the bottle, Select ‘X’ at top right of window to close once complete
Inspect coolant level and top off as necessary

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Ensure that fluid level is at Max line
Install coolant bottle cap
Install cabin intake upper duct assembly

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3x clips, Some configurations may come with 4x clips
Install rear apron

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12x clips
Close hood
Raise LH front window
Close LH front door
Remove vehicle from lift

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Lower rack arms fully and remove from under vehicle

Model 3 Service Manual

Hose - Front Drive Unit Powertrain Bypass (Heat Pump) (RWD) (Remove and Replace)

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