Hose - Front Drive Unit Heat Exchanger to Supermanifold (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 18300802 1.02 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.
Remove
- Open the LH front door.
- Lower the LH front window.
- Raise and support vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Install).
- Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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Raise the vehicle partially and lower onto locks.
NoteSet the 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.
- Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
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Position a foldable funnel under the front drive unit to prevent coolant contamination to HV battery components.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Foldable funnel - 1463565-00-A
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Position a coolant drain container under the front of the vehicle to catch vehicle coolant.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Coolant drain container
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Release the hose clip that attaches the front drive unit heat exchanger to supermanifold hose to the heat exchanger, remove the hose from the heat exchanger, and then install coolant hose plugs on the hose and heat exchanger.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Coolant hose plug kit - 1135762-00-A
- Small flat head screwdriver
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Remove coolant drain container from underneath the vehicle.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Coolant drain container
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Lower the vehicle until the tires are touching the ground.
NoteRaise lift off locks, and then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered.
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Place a fluid catcher underneath the front of the vehicle to catch all coolant loss.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Fluid catcher - 1080568-00-A
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Release the hose clip that attaches the front drive unit heat exchanger to supermanifold hose to the supermanifold, remove the hose from the supermanifold, and then install coolant hose plugs on the hose and supermanifold.
CAUTIONPlug the supermanifold reservoir to prevent drainage.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Coolant hose plug kit - 1135762-00-A
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Remove the front drive unit heat exchanger to supermanifold hose from the vehicle.
Install
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Install coolant hose plugs on the front drive unit heat exchanger to supermanifold hose to prevent draining the coolant reservoir when the hose is installed.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Coolant hose plug kit - 1135762-00-A
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Position the front drive unit heat exchanger to supermanifold hose on the vehicle, and then install the hose clip that attaches the hose to the supermanifold.
NotePerform push-pull-push test to make sure the hose is fully seated.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Coolant hose plug kit - 1135762-00-A
- Remove coolant catcher from underneath the vehicle.
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Raise the vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks.
NoteSet the 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.
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Position a coolant drain container under the front of the vehicle to catch vehicle coolant.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Coolant drain container
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Install the hose clip that attaches the front drive unit heat exchanger to supermanifold hose on the heat exchanger.
NoteRemove any plugs prior to installation. Perform push-pull-push test to make sure the hose is fully seated.
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Remove the foldable funnel from the vehicle.
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Remove the coolant drain container from underneath the vehicle.
- Spray the area with brake cleaner, and then wipe residual fluid off with a towel.
- Install the front skidplate. See Skidplate - Front (Remove and Replace).
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Lower the vehicle until the tires are touching the ground.
NoteRaise lift off locks, and then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered.
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Remove the coolant bottle cap.
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Fill coolant to the proper level.
NoteEnsure the fluid level is filled to the Max line.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Flashlight LED
- Inspection mirror, rectangular
- Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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Perform the following routine using Service Mode or Toolbox (see 0005 - Service Modes):
TEST_VCFRONT_X_THERMAL-COOLANT-AIR-PURGEvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode:
- Thermal ➜ Actions ➜ Coolant Purge Stop or Coolant Purge Start
- Thermal ➜ Coolant System ➜ Coolant Purge Start
- Drive Inverter ➜ Front Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
- Drive Inverter ➜ Rear Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
- Drive Inverter ➜ Rear Left Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
- Drive Inverter ➜ Rear Right Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
- Drive Unit ➜ Front Drive Unit Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
- Drive Unit ➜ Rear Drive Unit Replacement ➜ Coolant Air Purge
Note- Coolant pumps will be audible.
- Make sure the vehicle is not in drive state. Putting the vehicle into drive state will stop this routine.
- Monitor levels as required.
- Routine is still running despite the stop message.
- Test lasts approximately 10 minutes.
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Inspect the coolant level and top off as necessary.
NoteEnsure the fluid level is filled to the Max line.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Flashlight LED
- Inspection mirror, rectangular
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Install the coolant bottle cap.
- Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Install).
- Raise the LH front window.
- Close the LH front door.