2025-04-15

Power Conversion System Coolant (Drain) (On Table)

Correction code 16202000 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

  • 2024-04-18: Added list of required equipment.
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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.
  • 1053600-00-C Drive Unit Pressure Test Fixture
  • 1132185-00-B Kit, Coolant Leak Test Adapters, Model 3
  • 1133843-00-A Kit, Coolant Drain & Fill Adapters, M3
  • 1135762-00-A Kit, Svc Plug, Cooling Hose, Model 3
  • 1065131-00-A Kit, Battery Coolant Drain and Fill

Procedure

  1. Remove the plug from the power conversion system coolant supply fitting, immediately connect the power conversion system flush adapter to the fitting, and then perform Push-Pull-Push test of the fittings.
  2. Connect the coolant cart flush hose to the coolant cart regulator.
  3. Make sure that the coolant cart regulator valve is in the closed (vertical) position.
  4. Connect the coolant cart flush hose to the power conversion system flush adapter.
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    Note
    Verify regulator valve is closed, Pressure regulator is not adjustable (set at 20 psi).
  5. Make sure that the power conversion system drain adapter valve is in the closed (perpendicular to adapter) position.
  6. Remove the plug from the power conversion system coolant return to LH sill hose fitting, immediately connect the power conversion system drain adapter to the fitting, and then perform a Push-Pull_Push test of the fittings.
  7. Connect the coolant cart drain hose to the coolant drain container.
  8. Connect the coolant cart drain hose to the power conversion system drain adapter.
  9. Turn the valve on the power converison system drain adapter to the open (parallel to adapter) position.
  10. Connect the supply air hose to the coolant cart supply air connector.
  11. Slowly turn the pressure regulator valve to the open (horziontal) position, and allow coolant to drain out of the power conversion system.
  12. After the coolant has drained, turn the pressure regulator valve to the closed (vertical) position.
  13. Disconnect the supply air hose from the coolant cart supply air connector.
  14. Turn the valve on the power conversion system drain adapter to the closed (perpendicular to adapter) position.
  15. Remove the coolant cart drain hose from the power conversion system drain adapter.
  16. Remove the coolant cart drain hose from the coolant drain container.
  17. Release the clip, and then disconnect the power conversion system drain adapter from the power conversion system coolant return to LH sill hose fitting.
  18. Disconnect the coolant cart flush hose from the power conversion system flush adapter.
  19. Disconnect the coolant cart flush hose from the coolant cart regulator.
  20. Release the clip, and then disconnect the power conversion system flush adapter from the power conversion system coolant supply fitting.
  21. Connect 12V Power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).