2025-09-24

HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 16010202 4.92 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 wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautionsfor safe and healthy working practices.

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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.
  • 2025-07-01: Released new procedure.
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Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications:HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Install) / HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
LH/RH middle/rear inner HV battery bolt.
66 Nm (48.7 lbs-ft)
  • 3/8 inch ratchet with rotary disc changeover RTCH-REV-3/8IN-72TEETH-L175MM ZEBRA
  • 16 mm deep socket
  • 3 in extension
 Reuse
LH /RH front inner HV battery bolts
136 Nm (100.3 lbs-ft)
  • 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
 Reuse
Nut (X1) securing DCDC ground busbar to HV battery
9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
  • Class 00 Electrical Protective Gloves
  • 13 mm socket
  • 4 in extension
  • RATCHET, 1/4" DR, M12, BARE TOOL
 Replace
Bolt (X1) securing front drive unit HV harness to front drive unit
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • Class 00 Electrical Protective Gloves
  • Electrical Protective Gloves
 Replace
Front drive unit ground strap bolt from HV battery
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • Ratcheting Combination wrench Flex head 10mm
 Reuse
Nut (X1) securing rear drive unit HV cable bracket to HV battery.
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • DRIVER KIT, 1/4" HEX, M12
 Reuse
Bolt securing LH/RH side of subframe to body
125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
 Reuse
Central bolts (X4) securing HV battery center ski cover
34 Nm (25.1 lbs-ft)
  • External Torx Plus EP14
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 3 in extension
 Reuse
Bolts securing LH/RH front support bracket to vehicle
110 Nm (81.1 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 16 mm deep socket
  • 1/2 inch socket wrench hexagon short SKTWRNCH-1/2IN-SHORT-HEX-WS16 ZEBRA
 Reuse
LH /RH bolts securing HV battery to vehicle
35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 3 in extension
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the HV battery. See HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Install)
  2. If the HV battery is being shipped, attach the old pyrotechnic battery disconnect to the brackets on the ancillary bay cover of the old HV battery using cable ties. If the ancillary bay cover is not equipped with brackets, attach the old pyrotechnic battery disconnect to the RH rear corner of the old HV battery using cable ties.
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    Put a piece of paper under the pyrotechnic battery disconnect. Use masking tape if necessary to prevent movement.
    Figure 1. Pyrotechnic battery disconnect attached to brackets on the ancillary bay cover
    Figure 2. Pyrotechnic battery disconnect attached to RH rear corner of HV battery
  3. Attach HV battery H-frame to the gantry and raise it into position.
  4. Position the HV battery under the gantry.
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    Note
    Assistance recommended. If the original pack is RWD and supplied pack is DM, center ski transfer is required.
  5. Lower H-frame onto the old HV battery and secure the H-frame to the HV battery.
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    Note
    6x bolts, 8mm Allen, Hand tight
  6. Raise the old HV battery off the battery table.
  7. Position the gantry over a pallet.
  8. Lower the HV battery onto the pallet.
  9. Remove H-frame from the old HV battery.
  10. Raise gantry and H-frame from the old HV battery.

Install

  1. Open the crate top that houses the new HV battery pack.
  2. Remove the nuts (x4)that attach the new HV battery to the crate.
  3. Position the gantry over the new HV battery crate and secure the H-frame to the HV battery.
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    Note
    6x bolts, 8mm Allen, Hand tight
  4. Lift the new HV battery out of the crate
  5. Move the gantry away from the HV battery crate and over the HV battery table.
  6. Lower the HV battery onto the battery table.
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    Note
    Make sure to align HV battery onto center ski
  7. Release the H-frame from the HV battery and raise the gantry.
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    Note
    6x bolts, 8mm Allen, Hand tight
  8. Remove the HV battery from under the gantry.
  9. Position the gantry over the old HV battery.
  10. Lower the H-frame onto the old HV battery and attach the H-frame to the battery.
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    Note
    6x bolts, 8mm Allen, Hand tight
  11. Raise the old HV battery above the HV battery crate.
  12. Position the HV battery crate underneath the old HV battery.
  13. Lower the old HV battery into the crate.
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    Use caution to align the 4 studs and not damage the battery.
  14. Remove the H-frame from the old HV battery.
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    Note
    6x bolts, 8mm Allen, Hand tight
  15. Raise the gantry and H-frame from the old HV battery.
  16. Lower gantry and remove the H-frame from the gantry.
  17. Install the nuts (x4) that attach the HV battery to the crate hand tight.
  18. Close the crate that housed the old HV battery.
  19. Install the HVC logic cap onto the new HV battery.
  20. Install the penthouse engagement seal onto the HV battery pack.
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    This seal is a one time use item and should be replaced each time a HV battery pack is removed from vehicle or installed onto a new HV battery pack if not equipped.
  21. Install the HV battery. See HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Install)
  22. Connect LV battery maintenance charger.
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    Note
    Release the positive terminal cover. Attach the positive terminal to the jump post. Attach the negative terminal to the ground terminal located above the VCfront. Connect the maintainer to power supply. To avoid damaging the vehicle. DO NOT allow the positive cable to make contact with other metal components. Never have a float charger and the LV battery simultaneously connected for any extended period of time (apart from during a SW reinstall/CAN redeploy).
  23. Enable Service Mode Plus. See Service Mode Plus
  24. Access High Voltage System routines using the touchscreen.
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    Select Service mode plus > High Voltage
  25. Select "High Voltage Battery Replacement" through the touchscreen.
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    Procedures > High Voltage Battery Replacement.
  26. Select "Software Reinstall" through the touchscreen.
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    Software Reinstall > CAN ECU > Reinstall, Allow routine to complete, ensure routine is successful
  27. Disconnect the LV maintainer from the vehicle.
  28. Exit Service Mode Plus. See Service Mode Plus