2023-01-18

Hose - Inverter Inlet - Front Drive Unit (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 18300112 4.68 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

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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.

Remove

  1. Remove the HV battery. See GUID-65FFB969-8F73-4244-9703-87D1242BBC7E.html.
  2. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the LH toeboard brace to the vehicle, and then remove the brace from the vehicle.
    30 Nm (22.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  3. Position a coolant drain container under the front of the vehicle to catch the vehicle coolant.
  4. Release the hose clip that attaches the front drive unit inverter inlet hose to the front drive unit inverter, release the hose from the front drive unit, and then plug male and female fittings.
  5. Release the hose clip that attaches the front drive unit inverter inlet hose to the RH underhood sill hose, release the inlet hose from the sill hose, and then plug male and female fittings.
  6. Release the clips (x3) that attach the front drive unit inverter inlet hose to the front drive unit, and then remove the hose from the front drive unit.

Install

  1. Position the front drive unit inverter inlet hose to the front drive unit, and then secure the clips (x3) that attach the hose to the front drive unit.
  2. Remove the hose plugs, install the front drive unit inverter inlet hose to the RH underhood sill hose, and then secure the hose clip.
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    Note
    Perform push-pull-push test to make sure the hose is secure.
  3. Remove the hose plugs, install the front drive unit inverter inlet hose to the front drive unit inverter, and then secure the hose clip.
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    Note
    Perform push-pull-push test to make sure the hose is secure.
  4. Remove the coolant drain container from underneath the vehicle.
  5. Position the LH toeboard brace into the vehicle, and then install the bolts (x3) that attach the brace to the vehicle.
    30 Nm (22.1 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  6. Install the HV battery. See GUID-65FFB969-8F73-4244-9703-87D1242BBC7E.html.