07/12/2021 15:21:20

Strap - 12V Battery (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17014202 0.12 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.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Strap - 12V Battery (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
12V Battery Tie Down Strap Nut or Bolt
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
  • ¼ in std ratchet
Reuse Older vehicles use a nut near the rear of the strap. Newer vehicles use a bolt at the front of the strap.

Remove (Strap with Rear Hook)

  1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the bolt that attaches the 12V battery upper tie down bracket to the A/C compressor bracket.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
  4. Lift the battery strap up, unhook it from the rear tie down strap, and then remove the strap from the vehicle.

Remove (Strap with Front Hook)

  1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).
  3. Loosen the nut that attaches the 12V battery upper tie down bracket to the 12V battery strap.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • ¼ in std ratchet
  4. Push down and slide the 12V battery strap to the right to release it from the front hook and rear tie down assembly.
  5. Remove the 12V battery strap from the vehicle.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.