2026-07-09
HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Install)
Correction code
16010201
3.24
NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above 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.
NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you
are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below.
NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.
- 2026-02-26: Added steps to disconnect hoses from the front of the battery.
- 2025-12-30: Moved HV glove removal steps to ensure that gloves are worn while handling all HV fittings.
- 2025-07-11: Updated procedure to reflect Remove and Install, rather than Remove and Replace.
- 2025-05-28: Modified step for attaching pyrotechnic battery disconnect when shipping the HV battery.
- 2025-04-08: Added step for attaching pyrotechnic battery disconnect when shipping the HV battery.
Equipment:
- 1936724-00-A - Universal Lift Pad Adapters
- 1133787-00-A Key, Seat Belt Release, Model 3
- 1020566-00-F ASY, Battery Table, Manual Lift
- 1020566-99-A Top Plate, Battery Table, Manual Lift
- 1129166-00-A Hoist, H-Frame EMEA
- 1073363-00-A Gantry, Adjustable, Aluminum
- 1134523-00-A Kit, Alignment Rods, Battery, Model 3
- 1140311-00-A Lever Lock, HV Connector, Model 3
- 1053600-00-B Drive Unit Pressure Test Fixture
- 1130942-00-B Adapter, Coolant Reservoir Pressure Test
- 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
- GSN-TL-000564 Kit, Battery Coolant Drain and Fill
- 1026636-00-A Pack Enclosure Leak Tester, HV Battery
- 1140501-00-A Pack Kit, Enclosure, Leak Test, HV Battery, Complete
- 1144879-00-A Kit, Encl Leak Test Adapters, HV Battery
- 1108272-00-B Cap, Logic Conn, Inv, 3DU
Torque Specifications
| Description | Torque Value | Recommended Tools | Reuse/Replace | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LH/RH middle/rear inner HV battery bolt. |
![]() 66 Nm (48.7 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
| LH /RH front inner HV battery bolts |
![]() 136 Nm (100.3 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
| Nut (X1) securing DCDC ground busbar to HV battery |
![]() 9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft) |
|
Replace | |
| Bolt (X1) securing front drive unit HV harness to front drive unit |
![]() 10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft) |
|
Replace | |
| Front drive unit ground strap bolt from HV battery |
![]() 10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
| Nut (X1) securing rear drive unit HV cable bracket to HV battery. |
![]() 10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
| Bolt securing LH/RH side of subframe to body |
![]() 125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
| Central bolts (X4) securing HV battery center ski cover |
![]() 34 Nm (25.1 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
| Bolts securing LH/RH front support bracket to vehicle |
![]() 110 Nm (81.1 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
| LH /RH bolts securing HV battery to vehicle |
![]() 35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse |
Remove
- Remove the LH and RH rocker carrier. See Rocker Carrier - LH (Remove and Replace).
-
Remove the butyl patches that cover
the LH and RH rocker access hole.
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Install lift pad adapters.
- For EMEA only, install
- For other regions, install Universal Lift Pad Adapters (1936724-00-A)
WarningDO NOT use any other lift pad adapters.NoteOutside of EMEA, Universal Lift Pad Adapters (1936724-00-A) replace . Discard any other versions of lift pad adapters.NoteIn EMEA, the Universal Lift Pad Adapters are not yet available. Make sure to use the rubber Model Y lift pads on Model Y and the Model 3 lift pads on Model 3.Instructions for Universal Lift Pad Adapters:
- Enable Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Unlock the gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
- On the touchscreen, tap the Service Mode "wrench" (at the bottom of the touchscreen UI), and then tap , and allow the routine to complete.
- Remove the 2nd row LH seat assembly. See Seat Assembly - 2nd Row - LH (5-Seat) (Remove and Install).
- Remove the 2nd row RH seat assembly. See Seat Assembly - 2nd Row - RH (5-Seat) (Remove and Install).
-
Separate carpet perforation below LH
front seat to access LH middle inner HV battery bolt.
-
Remove LH middle inner HV battery
bolt.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 3/8 inch ratchet with rotary disc changeover RTCH-REV-3/8IN-72TEETH-L175MM ZEBRA
- 16 mm deep socket
- 3 in extension
-
Separate carpet perforation below RH
front seat to access RH middle inner HV battery bolt.
-
Remove RH middle inner HV battery
bolt.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 3/8 inch ratchet with rotary disc changeover RTCH-REV-3/8IN-72TEETH-L175MM ZEBRA
- 16 mm deep socket
- 3 in extension
-
Remove LH rear inner HV battery
bolt.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 3/8 inch ratchet with rotary disc changeover RTCH-REV-3/8IN-72TEETH-L175MM ZEBRA
- 16 mm deep socket
- 3 in extension
-
Remove RH rear inner HV battery
bolt.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 3/8 inch ratchet with rotary disc changeover RTCH-REV-3/8IN-72TEETH-L175MM ZEBRA
- 16 mm deep socket
- 3 in extension
- Remove the console LH front side panel. See Side Panel - Front - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Fold LH front cabin carpet
rearward.
-
Remove foam plugs to access LH front
inner HV battery bolts.
-
Remove both LH and RH front inner HV
battery bolts.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx Plus EP20 socket
- 1/2 inch reversible ratchet wrench with rotary disc reverse RTCH-REV-1/2IN-72TEETH-250MM ZEBRA
- EXT, 1/2" DR, 6
- Repeat steps 15through 18 for the RH side of vehicle.
- Perform the Vehicle HV Disablement procedure. See Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure.
- Remove front skid plate from HV battery. See Skid Plate - HV Battery - Front (Remove and Replace).
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Inspect HV insulating gloves
NoteCheck gloves for damage prior to use, Refer to service document TN-15-92-003, for information on inspecting HV gloves. https://service.teslamotors.com/documents?model=&keys=TN-15-92-003&vehicle_system=&sort_by=field_date_submitted&sort_order=DESC
- Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves
-
Disconnect AC compressor HV harness
connector from HV Ancillary harness.
NoteDisengage the red locking tab by pulling it away from the connector, depress yellow tab and pull the connector backward then depress the green tab to release.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the
front drive unit HV harness to the front drive unit.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
-
Slide the red release tab to unlock
the front drive unit HV harness connector, and then slowly unlatch the release handle on
the front drive unit HV harness connector, and then disconnect the connector from the
front drive unit.
CAUTIONDo not apply excessive force to the handle; doing so could damage the connector alignment tabs.NoteMake sure that the alignment tabs on the front drive unit header are not damaged.
-
Remove the front drive unit harness
from the casting, and then move the harness aside.
- Remove leather over gloves and HV insulating gloves.
- Position coolant drain container underneath LH front of HV battery.
-
Disconnect HV battery return hose at
LH side of vehicle and plug hoses.
- Position coolant drain container underneath LH front of HV battery.
-
Release chiller to battery hose from
body.
-
Disconnect HV battery front manifold
hose from chiller to battery hose.
NotePlug coolant connections as needed, Loss of coolant greater than 1L requires coolant vacuum fill.
-
Position coolant drain container
underneath RH front of HV battery.
-
Disconnect FDU inverter inlet hose to
rear powertrain return hose and plug hoses.
NoteIf the battery is returned to Reman, please remove the special tool plugs.
-
Position coolant drain container
underneath front of HV battery.
-
Remove manifold tube from front of HV
battery and plug HV battery.
-
Disconnect powertrain supply hose from
powertrain supply tube and plug hoses.
NotePlug coolant connections as needed, Loss of coolant greater than 1L requires coolant vacuum fill.
- Remove coolant drain container from underneath vehicle
- Remove rear skid plate from HV battery. See Skid Plate - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Remove both LH and RH shear plate for the rear subframe. See Shear Plate - Rear Subframe - LH (Remove and Replace).
-
Hand tighten bolt securing RH side of
subframe to body.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
-
Remove support stand from under
vehicle.
-
Place HV battery table into position
and lower vehicle to support HV battery.
NoteRecommend assistance, line up table so center 4 bolts are accessible through opening in table, adjust final battery table position using adjustable caster jacks on table.
-
Remove central bolts securing HV
battery center ski cover.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx Plus EP14
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 3 in extension
-
Remove bolts securing LH front support
bracket to vehicle.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 16 mm deep socket
- 1/2 inch socket wrench hexagon short SKTWRNCH-1/2IN-SHORT-HEX-WS16 ZEBRA
-
Remove bolts securing RH front support
bracket to vehicle.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 16 mm deep socket
- 1/2 inch socket wrench hexagon short SKTWRNCH-1/2IN-SHORT-HEX-WS16 ZEBRA
-
Remove LH bolts securing HV battery to
vehicle.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 3 in extension
-
Remove RH bolts securing HV battery to
vehicle
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 3 in extension
- Raise vehicle free of HV battery.
-
Remove battery from under
vehicle.
NoteRecommend assistance.
-
Remove penthouse engagement seal from
HV battery pack.
NoteDiscard anytime HV battery is removed from vehicle.
Install
-
Install new penthouse engagement seal
onto HV battery pack.
NoteThis seal is a single-use item and should be replaced each time a HV battery pack is removed from the vehicle.
-
Install HV battery alignment
rods.
-
Position HV battery under
vehicle.
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Loosely install RH and LH bolts securing HV battery to vehicle hand tight.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 3 in extension
-
Remove HV battery alignment
rods.
- Set up ladder (Ladder - 1088037-00-A).
-
Install LH and RH rear inner HV
battery bolt hand tight.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Class 00 Electrical Protective Gloves
- 13 mm socket
- 4 in extension
- RATCHET, 1/4" DR, M12, BARE TOOL
-
Install LH and RH middle inner HV
battery bolt hand tight.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Class 00 Electrical Protective Gloves
- 13 mm socket
- 4 in extension
- RATCHET, 1/4" DR, M12, BARE TOOL
-
Install both LH and RH front inner HV
battery bolts hand tight.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx Plus EP20 socket
- 1/2 inch reversible ratchet wrench with rotary disc reverse RTCH-REV-1/2IN-72TEETH-250MM ZEBRA
- EXT, 1/2" DR, 6
- Remove ladder.
-
Set bolts securing RH and LH front
support bracket to vehicle with cordless impact
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 16 mm deep socket
- 1/2 inch socket wrench hexagon short SKTWRNCH-1/2IN-SHORT-HEX-WS16 ZEBRA
-
Set central bolts securing HV battery center ski cover with cordless impact.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx Plus EP14
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 3 in extension
- Lower vehicle onto pack completely.
-
Torque RH and LH bolts securing HV
battery to vehicle.
35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:- 13 mm socket
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 3 in extension
-
Torque bolts securing RH and LH front
support bracket to vehicle.
110 Nm (81.1 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 16 mm deep socket
- 1/2 inch socket wrench hexagon short SKTWRNCH-1/2IN-SHORT-HEX-WS16 ZEBRA
-
Torque central bolts securing HV
battery through center ski cover.
34 Nm (25.1 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:- External Torx Plus EP14
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- 3 in extension
- With assistance, raise vehicle and lower onto locks, then remove battery table from under vehicle.
- Position support stand to support front section of rear subframe.
-
Remove bolt securing LH and RH side of
rear subframe to body.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- Install the LH and RH rear shear plate. See Shear Plate - Rear Subframe - LH (Remove and Replace).
-
Install clips securing coolant hoses
to LH shear plate.
-
Position coolant drain underneath RH
rear of HV battery.
-
Install clip securing coolant hoses to
RH shear plate.
-
Remove hose plugs and connect coolant
outlet hose to rear return hose.
NotePerform push-pull test to verify hoses are fully engaged. If the coolant loss is greater then 1L, vacuum fill will be required. See Cooling System - Vacuum Refill (Test/Adjust).
- Position coolant drain container under LH rear of vehicle.
-
Remove plugs and connect rear drive
unit inverter inlet hose to rear of HV battery.
NotePerform push-pull test to verify hoses are fully engaged. If the coolant loss is greater then 1L, vacuum fill will be required. See Cooling System - Vacuum Refill (Test/Adjust).
-
Connect LH coolant hose to rear of HV
battery.
NotePerform push-pull test to verify hoses are fully engaged. If the coolant loss is greater then 1L, vacuum fill will be required. See Cooling System - Vacuum Refill (Test/Adjust).
- Remove coolant drain container from underneath vehicle.
- Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves.
-
Connect rear drive unit HV cable to HV
battery.
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Install nut securing rear drive unit HV cable bracket to HV battery.
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:- 10 mm socket
- Class 00 Electrical Protective Gloves
- Electrical Protective Gloves
- Remove HV insulating gloves.
- Install the rear skid plate. See Skid Plate - Rear (Remove and Replace).
-
Position coolant drain container
underneath LH front of HV battery.
-
Connect HV battery front manifold
coolant hose
Note1x spring clip, Remove plugs, Perform push-pull test to verify hoses are fully engaged. Loss of coolant greater than 1L requires coolant vacuum fill
-
Install HV battery front manifold hose
clip to body.
-
Secure chiller to battery hose onto
body.
-
Connect HV battery coolant return
hose.
NotePerform push-pull test to verify hoses are fully engaged. If the coolant loss is greater then 1L, vacuum fill will be required. See Cooling System - Vacuum Refill (Test/Adjust).
-
Position coolant drain container
underneath RH front of HV battery.
-
Connect front drive unit inverter
inlet hose to rear powertrain return hose
NotePerform push-pull test to verify hoses are fully engaged. If the coolant loss is greater then 1L, vacuum fill will be required. See Cooling System - Vacuum Refill (Test/Adjust).
-
Connect powertrain supply hose.
NotePerform push-pull test to verify hoses are fully engaged. If the coolant loss is greater then 1L, vacuum fill will be required. See Cooling System - Vacuum Refill (Test/Adjust).
-
Remove coolant drain container from
underneath vehicle.
- Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves.
-
Connect AC compressor HV harness
connector.
-
lnstall front drive unit HV harness to
casting.
-
Install front drive unit HV harness
connector to front drive unit.
-
Install bolt securing front drive unit
HV harness to front drive unit.
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:- 10 mm socket
- Class 00 Electrical Protective Gloves
- Electrical Protective Gloves
- Remove HV insulating gloves.
-
Install front drive unit ground strap
and bolt to HV battery.
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:- Ratcheting Combination wrench Flex head 10mm
- Install front skid plate. See Skid Plate - HV Battery - Front (Remove and Replace).
-
Move rack arms away from
vehicle。
-
Install butyl patches onto LH and RH
rocker access holes.
- Install the LH and RH rocker carrier. See Rocker Carrier - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Perform the Vehicle HV Disablement procedure. See Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure.
- Perform a cooling system vacuum refill. See Cooling System - Vacuum Refill (Test/Adjust).
- Connect the LV battery. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
- Unlock the gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
- Select , and allow the routine to complete.
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Select , and allow the routine to complete.
NoteMake sure vehicle is not in Drive, shifting the vehicle into Drive will stop this routine. The test will last approximately 10 mins. The test will vary speeds from 3500-6500 RPM (idle speed = ~1500 RPM) and actuate the valve between series and parallel. If speed hovers at 7000 RPM, it indicates the pump is air locked, perform the vacuum fill again. Continue to add coolant and purge until the coolant level reaches between the NOM and MAX Lines on the bottle.
-
Inspect the coolant level and top off
as necessary, and then install the coolant bottle cap.
NoteEnsure that the coolant level is at the "Max" line.
-
Torque both RH forward HV battery
bolts.
136 Nm (100.3 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:- Torx Plus EP20 socket
- 1/2 inch reversible ratchet wrench with rotary disc reverse RTCH-REV-1/2IN-72TEETH-250MM ZEBRA
- EXT, 1/2" DR, 6
-
Install RH front cabin carpet support
access plug.
-
Fold RH front main cabin carpet back
to original position.
- Install the console RH front side panel. See Side Panel - Front - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Repeat step 61 through 64for LH side of the vehicle.
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Torque LH and RH rear inner HV battery
bolt.
66 Nm (48.7 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:- 3/8 inch ratchet with rotary disc changeover RTCH-REV-3/8IN-72TEETH-L175MM ZEBRA
- 16 mm deep socket
- 3 in extension
-
Remove air bag from between rear cabin
carpet and body.
-
Torque LH and RH middle inner HV
battery bolt.
66 Nm (48.7 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:- 3/8 inch ratchet with rotary disc changeover RTCH-REV-3/8IN-72TEETH-L175MM ZEBRA
- 16 mm deep socket
- 3 in extension
-
Fold LH and RH side of rear main
carpet to its original position.
- Install the 2nd row RH seat assembly. See Seat Assembly - 2nd Row - RH (5-Seat) (Remove and Install).
- Install the 2nd row LH seat assembly. See Seat Assembly - 2nd Row - LH (5-Seat) (Remove and Install).
-
Inspect the coolant level and top off as necessary, and then install the coolant
bottle cap.
NoteEnsure that the coolant level is at the "Max" line.
- Exist the Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Install the HEPA filter assembly. See HEPA And Carbon Filters (Remove and Replace).
- Install the rear aero shield panel. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the vehicle from the 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2-Post Lift.