2025-03-12

Front Drive Unit Inverter To Oil Cooler (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1830020202 FRT 0.84 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.

  • 1080568-00-A Fluid Catcher
  • 1135762-00-A Kit, Svc Plug, Cooling Hose, Model 3
  • 1065131-00-A Battery Coolant Drain Kit

Remove

  1. Remove front drive unit powertrain return hose from right side of the vehicle. See Front Drive Unit Powertrain Return (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove coolant drain container from underneath vehicle.
  3. Lower vehicle partially and set onto locks.
  4. Remove inverter to oil cooler hose from front drive unit.

Install

  1. Position inverter to oil cooler hose onto front drive unit.
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    Note
    Place coolant plug on lower end of hose to avoid coolant loss from coolant bottle.
  2. Install front drive unit powertrain return hose to right side of the vehicle. See Front Drive Unit Powertrain Return (Remove and Install).