Correction code 18302502 0.72 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. 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.

1. Raise and support vehicle

   

   

   

2. Open LH front door
3. Lower LH front window
4. Open hood
   Note

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

   

5. Remove rear apron
   Note

   12x clips, Only store rear apron visible face upwards

   

   

   

6. Remove cabin intake upper duct assembly
   Note

   3x clips, Some configurations may come with 4x clips

   

   

7. Power off vehicle from center display
   Note

   Via Controls > Safety > Power Off, Select Power Off button at warning dialogue box

   

   

8. Disconnect 12V negative terminal
   Note

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

   

9. Disconnect first responder loop
   Note

   1x connector, Release locking tab

   

10. Close LH front door
11. Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks
    Note

    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

    

    

12. Remove mid aero shield
    Note

    13x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm

    

13. Release clips securing coolant hoses to LH shear plate
    Note

    2x fir tree clips

    

14. Release LH side hose clip from rear battery skid plate enclosure
    Note

    2x clips, Clip quantity may vary on older vehicles

    

15. Release RH side hose clips from rear battery skid plate enclosure
    Note

    2x fir tree clips

    

16. Release clips securing coolant hoses to RH shear plate
    Note

    2x fir tree clips

    

17. Remove lower bolts securing HV battery rear skid plate enclosure
    Note

    2x bolts, EP10, 13 Nm, Older vins may be equipped with additional fastener count

    

18. Remove upper nut securing HV battery rear skid plate enclosure
    Note

    1x nut, 10mm, 13 Nm, Fastener count may vary on older built vehicles

    

19. Remove upper bolts securing HV battery rear skid plate enclosure
    Note

    4x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm

    

20. Remove HV battery rear skid plate enclosure

    

21. Position coolant drain container underneath RH rear of vehicle

    

22. Disconnect RDU outlet hose from PT return tube and plug both hose ends
    Note

    1x spring clip, 2x plugs, Lower hose located at RH rear of HV battery, Use shop towel to clean any residue coolant if necessary, Coolant loss greater than 1 L will require vacuum fill

    

    

23. Release coolant outlet hose from RDU heat exchanger
    Note

    1x spring clip

    

24. Release coolant outlet hose clip from RDU heat exchanger
    Note

    1x clip

    

25. Remove the outlet hose clips from RDU assembly
    Note

    3x clips

    

    

    

    

26. Remove RDU outlet hose from RDU assembly
    Note

    Gently wiggle hose out from the subframe

    

    

27. Install RDU outlet hose to RDU assembly
    Note

    Gently install the hose to the subframe

    

    

28. Install RDU outlet hose to RDU heat exchanger
    Note

    2x clips, 1x Plug, Remove plug from heat exchanger, Perform push-pull-push test to make sure hose is fully engaged, Clean excess coolant from area

    

29. Secure RDU outlet hose onto RDU assembly
    Note

    3x fir tree clips. Reach into the gap between the subframe and the RDU by hand or with a long screwdriver

    

    

    

    

30. Remove hose plugs and connect RDU outlet hose to PT return tube
    Note

    1x spring clip, 2x plugs, Perform push-pull-push test to make sure hose is fully engaged, Use shop towel to clean any coolant residue if necessary, Loss of coolant greater than 1L requires coolant vacuum fill

    

    

31. Remove coolant drain container from underneath vehicle

    

32. Position HV battery rear skid plate enclosure onto HV battery for installation
    Note

    Recommend assistance if needed

    

33. Install upper bolts securing HV battery rear skid plate enclosure hand tight
    Note

    4x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm, Torque at later step

    

34. Install upper nut securing HV battery rear skid plate enclosure hand tight
    Note

    1x nut, 10mm, 13 Nm, Torque at later step

    

35. Install lower bolts securing HV battery rear skid plate enclosure
    Note

    2x bolts, EP10, 13 Nm, Earlier vins may be equipped with additional bolts

    

36. Torque bolts securing HV battery rear skid plate enclosure to vehicle
    Note

    4x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm

    

37. Torque upper nut securing HV battery rear skid plate enclosure
    Note

    1x nut, 10mm, 13 Nm

    

38. Install clips securing coolant hoses to RH shear plate
    Note

    2x fir tree clips

    

39. Install RH side hose clips to HV battery rear skid plate enclosure
    Note

    2x fir tree clips

    

40. Install LH side hose clip to HV battery rear skid plate enclosure
    Note

    2x clips, Clip quantity may vary on older vehicles

    

41. Install clips securing coolant hoses to LH shear plate
    Note

    2x fir tree clips

    

42. Apply Loctite 222 onto mid aero shield bolts and install mid aero shield
    Note

    13x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm

    

    

43. Lower vehicle until tires are touching ground
    Note

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

    

    

    

44. Remove coolant bottle cap

    

45. Connect first responder loop
    Note

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

    

46. Connect 12V negative terminal
    Note

    1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm

    

47. Connect to vehicle using Toolbox 3.0
    Note

    Vehicle connection is integrated into drivers footwell cover, Open Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to the vehicle, https://toolbox.teslamotors.com, Select connection status icon at top right corner, and select connect locally (icon will turn green when vehicle is connected)If RJ45 ethernet diagnostic connector present connect directly from laptop using an RJ45 Ethernet cable

    

    

    

48. Select ‘Actions/Autodiag’ tab and search for ‘Purge'

    

49. Select ‘TEST_VCFRONT_X_THERMAL-COOLANT-AIR-PURGESearch for routine in ToolboxCoolant Air PurgeThermal / Coolant System - Coolant Purge Starthv / Front Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Left Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Right Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Front Drive Unit Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Drive Unit Replacement - Coolant Air PurgeThermal / Actions - Coolant Purge Stop or Coolant Purge Start ’, click ‘Run’, and allow routine to complete
    Note

    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

    

    

    

50. Remove HSD or RJ45 cable from Ethernet port to disconnect Toolbox 3.0 from vehicle
51. Inspect coolant level and top off as necessary
    Note

    Ensure that fluid level is at Max line

    

52. Install coolant bottle cap

    

53. Install cabin intake upper duct assembly
    Note

    3x clips, Some configurations may come with 4x clips

    

    

54. Install rear apron
    Note

    12x clips

    

    

55. Close hood
56. Remove vehicle from lift
    Note

    Lower rack arms fully and remove from under vehicle