15/12/2023 01:35:48

Flood Ports - 2nd Generation (Retrofit)

Correction code 16102706 0.90 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.

  • 2023-06-16: Replaced steps for Toolbox 3 Tools tab.

Procedure

  1. Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    This procedure destructively removes the 1st generation flood ports and installs 2nd generation flood ports.
  2. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  3. In Toolbox 3, click Dashboards > Service Tools > Vitals > Read Vitals.
  4. Under Active Alerts, search for a BMS_a123, BMS_a151, or a BMS_a035 alert.
  5. If:
    • Any of the alerts are present - Investigate and correct the low isolation condition before continuing with this procedure.
    • None of the alerts are present - Continue to the next step.
  6. Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  7. Perform the vehicle electrical isolation procedure. See Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure.
  8. Remove the rear HV battery skid plate. See Skid Plate - HV Battery - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  9. Release the clips that attach the HV battery coolant hoses to the LH shear plate.
  10. Release the clips that attach the HV battery coolant hoses to the RH shear plate.
  11. Use a 90° pick to permanently bend open the tabs (x4) of the LH 1st generation flood port retainer ring.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    It is acceptable if the tabs break off.
  12. Pull the retainer ring of the LH flood port down and off.
    Tip: Twist the retainer ring as it is pulled down.
  13. Rotate the LH flood port core 60° and pull it down and out of the underside of the HV battery ancillary bay.
  14. Repeat step 10 through step 12 for the RH 1st generation flood port.
  15. Use an IPA wipe to clean the area around the openings where the flood ports were removed.
  16. Install a 2nd generation flood port into the opening at the LH underside of the HV battery ancillary bay.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Press up firmly to fully seat the flood port and fasten the clips (x8) internally.
  17. Repeat step 15 for the RH underside of the HV battery ancillary bay
  18. Fasten the clips that attach the HV battery coolant hoses to the RH shear plate.
  19. Fasten the clips that attach the HV battery coolant hoses to the LH shear plate.
  20. Check that the HV connections at the rear of the HV battery are tight and secure.
  21. Install the rear HV battery skid plate. See Skid Plate - HV Battery - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  22. Perform an ancillary bay air leak test. See Ancillary Bay Air Leak Test.