2025-03-12

LV Battery (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1702010102 FRT 0.18 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.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: LV Battery (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x3) that attach the LV battery to the vehicle
6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
  • 8 mm socket
Reuse

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Power off the vehicle from the center display.
  3. Remove the HEPA filter assembly. See Hepa Filter (Remove and Replace).
  4. Disconnect the LV battery connector from the LV battery: release the green locking tab, press the black connector, pull the black connector lock outwards to release the connector, and then pull up to disconnect the connector.
  5. Disconnect the first responder loop.
  6. Wait 2 minutes for the electrical system to fully discharge.
  7. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the LV battery to the vehicle.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
  8. Remove the LV battery from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the LV battery to the vehicle.
    6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
  2. Connect the first responder loop.
  3. Connect the LV battery connector to the LV battery: insert the connector, then push the black connector lock inwards to engage the connector, and then seat the green locking tab after lock is fully secured.
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    Note
    If the vehicle does not power up after the LV battery is connected, power up the vehicle with an approved external power supply.
  4. Unlock the gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  5. On the touchscreen, tap the Low Voltage (at the middle of the touchscreen UI), and then tap Power Distribution.
  6. Click the "Battery Icon", and then tap Learn New Battery > Run, and allow the routine to complete.
  7. Install the HEPA filter assembly. See Hepa Filter (Remove and Replace).
  8. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.