HV Battery (RWD) (Remove and Install)
Correction codes 16010101 4.26 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.
- 2024-06-13: Updated lift pad adapter PNs.
- 2023-11-21: Added new lift pad instructions.
- 2023-11-02: Added a note to remind of double-checking the charge port busbar connector before removing the HV battery to avoid damage, and added a pain-point video in the same step.
- 2023-08-23: Updated EPB Service Mode reference.
- 2023-05-22: Added caution for correct positive DC cable connection.
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Torque Specifications
Description | Torque Value | Recommended Tools | Reuse/Replace | Notes |
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LH front inner HV battery bolt |
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Reuse | |
LH middle inner HV battery bolt |
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Reuse | |
LH rear inner HV battery bolt |
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Reuse | |
Bolt that secures the busbar cover access door |
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Reuse | |
Bolts that attach the charge port busbar kit to the HV header |
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Reuse | |
Nut that attaches the DCDC ground strap to the HV battery |
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Replace | 1523698-00-A |
Nut that attaches the positive 12V output to the PCS cable |
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Replace | 1523698-00-A |
Bolt that attaches the LH front wheel liner to the HV battery |
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Reuse | |
Smaller bolts that attach the LH shear plate to the body |
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Reuse | |
Larger bolt that attaches the LH shear plate to the body |
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Replace | 1461657-00-A |
Nut that attaches the RDU HV electrical harness bracket to the HV battery |
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Reuse | |
Center bolts (x4) that attach the HV battery through the HV battery center rail ski cover |
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Reuse | |
Outer bolts (x2) that attach the center rail ski cover to the HV battery |
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Reuse | |
Bolts that attach the HV battery LH and RH support brackets to the vehicle |
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Reuse | |
Bolts (x16) that attach the HV battery to the vehicle |
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Reuse |
Remove
- Remove the LH lower rocker panel cover. See Cover - Rocker Panel - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH rocker panel carrier. See Carrier - Rocker Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the butyl patches that cover the LH rocker access hole.
- Repeat step 1 through step 3 for the RH side of the vehicle.
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Install lift pad adapters.
- For EMEA only, install Adapter, Lift Pad, Model Y (1614078-00-A)
- 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 Adapter, Lift Pad, Model Y (1614078-00-A). 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:
- Depending on the lift type, install the correct thread adapter onto the lift adapter.
- Make sure the thread stop washer is installed and tightened to the bottom of the lift adapter. If the thread stop washer is not installed, do not continue using the lift adapter.
- Install the lift adapters onto the
lift arms so that the black lift pad is toward the vehicle.WarningMake sure the adapter is install in the correct orientation.
- Position the lift arms so that the lift adapters align with the datum hole on the vehicle.
- Lift the lift arms to fully seat the lift pads into the vehicle.
- Make sure all 4 adapters are fully seated into the vehicle.
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Open all doors and lower all windows.
NoteLatch the rear doors to prevent accidental lockout.
- Chock the LH rear wheel.
- Enable the EPB Service Mode. See Parking Brake - Caliper - Rear - LH (Release)
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
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Click Actions, type
"thermal" in the search field, click the play button next to
PROC_VCFRONT_X_THERMAL-FILL-DRAINSearch for routine in Toolbox, and then select Run.
NoteAllow the routine to complete, and then click the "x" at the top right of the window to close.
- Remove the laptop from the vehicle, but do not close Toolbox.
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Move the driver seat fully rearwards.
- Remove the driver footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Driver (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH center console side panel carpet. See Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the clip that attaches the LH front carpet to the vehicle, and then fold the carpet rearward.
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Remove the foam plugs in the padding underneath LH front carpet, and then remove the LH front inner HV battery bolts (x2).
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx Plus EP20 socket
- 6 in extension
- Raise the LH front seat fully.
- Repeat step 10 through step 18 for the RH side of the vehicle.
- Remove the 2nd row floor mat from the vehicle.
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Lift the flap in the carpet underneath the RH front seat, and then remove the RH middle inner HV battery bolt that attaches the HV battery to the vehicle. Repeat this step for the LH side of the vehicle.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 16 mm socket
- Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the clip securing the LH lower B-pillar to body.
- Repeat steps 23 and 24 for the RH side of the vehicle.
- Remove the clips (x3) that attach the rear carpet to the vehicle.
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Position a folded shop towel underneath the rear cabin carpet to raise the carpet and allow access to the rear inner HV battery bolts, and then remove the LH and RH bolts.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 16 mm socket
- 6 in extension
- Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Perform Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure. See Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure.
- Disconnect the logic electrical connector at the LH seat frame.
- Release the clip that attaches the logic electrical harness to the LH seat frame.
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Remove the bolt that secures the busbar cover access door.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
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Remove the bolts that attach the charge port busbar kit to the HV header, and then lift to remove the kit from the header.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Disconnect the HVC logic connector, and then install the logic cap.
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Remove and discard the nut that attaches the DCDC ground strap to the HV battery, and then remove the strap from the battery.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm 12-point deep socket
- 4 in extension
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Release the positive 12V output cover from the PCS cable, remove and discard the nut that attaches the positive 12V output to the PCS cable, and then move the cable aside.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- 3 in extension
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Close all doors.
NoteDoors will be unlatched at a later step.
- Remove the wheel chocks from the wheel.
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With assistance, push the vehicle onto the lift, then re-chock the wheels when the vehicle is in position.
CAUTIONOnly push the vehicle for a very short distance and at less than 1 MPH.
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Install lift pad adapters.
- For EMEA only, install Adapter, Lift Pad, Model Y (1614078-00-A)
- 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 Adapter, Lift Pad, Model Y (1614078-00-A). 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:
- Depending on the lift type, install the correct thread adapter onto the lift adapter.
- Make sure the thread stop washer is installed and tightened to the bottom of the lift adapter. If the thread stop washer is not installed, do not continue using the lift adapter.
- Install the lift adapters onto the
lift arms so that the black lift pad is toward the vehicle.WarningMake sure the adapter is install in the correct orientation.
- Position the lift arms so that the lift adapters align with the datum hole on the vehicle.
- Lift the lift arms to fully seat the lift pads into the vehicle.
- Make sure all 4 adapters are fully seated into the vehicle.
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Raise and lock the vehicle at a comfortable working height.
CAUTIONVerify that the vehicle is stable on the lift.
- Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace).
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Remove the bolt and clips that attach the LH front wheel liner to the HV battery and lower wheel well area. Repeat this step for the RH side of the vehicle.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 4 in extension
- Remove the front HV battery skid plate. See Skid Plate - HV Battery - Front (Remove and Replace).
- Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector from the HV harness.
- Install bungee straps to pull the LH and RH front wheel arch liners away from the HV battery and expose the coolant hoses.
- Perform a rear powertrain coolant drain. See Powertrain Coolant (Drain and Refill).
- Perform a platter enclosure coolant drain. See Platter Enclosure Coolant (Drain and Refill).
- Remove the mid aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace).
- Position the support stand underneath the front portion of the rear subframe.
- Release the fir tree clips that attach the coolant hoses to the LH shear plate.
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Remove the smaller bolts that attach the LH shear plate to the body.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- 3 in extension
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Remove and discard the larger bolt that attaches the LH shear plate and rear subframe to the body, and then remove the LH shear plate.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- 6 in extension
- Re-install the larger bolt, and hand-tighten the bolt to the rear subframe.
- Repeat step 54through 57 for the RH shear plate.
- Remove the support stand from underneath the rear subframe
- Remove the rear HV battery skid plate. See Skid Plate - HV Battery - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Position the coolant drain under the rear LH side of the HV battery.
- Release the clip and disconnect the rear drive unit inverter inlet hose from the rear of the HV battery, and immediately plug the male and female fittings.
- Position the coolant drain under the rear RH side of the HV battery.
- Release the clip and disconnect the coolant outlet hose to rear powertrain return coupling, and immediately plug the male and female fittings.
- Remove the coolant drain from underneath the vehicle.
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Remove the nut that attaches the rear drive unit HV electrical harness bracket to the HV battery.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 4 in extension
- Slide the release to unlock the HV battery rear drive unit connector handle of the rear drive unit to HV battery harness from the secured position.
- Fully raise the handle on the HV battery rear drive unit connector.
- Remove the HV battery rear drive unit connector from the HV battery header.
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With an assistant, put the battery table in position, and then lower the vehicle to support the HV battery.
NoteLine up the battery table so that the center 4 bolts of the HV battery are accessible through the opening in the battery table.
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Remove the center bolts (x4) that attach the HV battery through the HV battery center rail ski cover.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx Plus EP14
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Remove the bolts (x8) that attach the HV battery LH and RH support brackets to the vehicle.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 16 mm socket
- 3 in extension
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Remove the bolts (x16) that attach the HV battery to the vehicle.
NoteRecord the positions of any installed washers, as they will be reinstalled to the same locations during the installation procedure.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- 3 in extension
- With an assistant, raise the vehicle and remove the HV battery from underneath the vehicle.
- Remove the ancillary bay perimeter seal from the HV battery pack.
Install
- Install a new HV battery cover gasket. See Seal - Perimeter - HV Battery (Remove and Replace).
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Inspect the top cover of the HV battery for the presence of NVH pads.
- If the HV battery already has NVH pads, continue to the next step.
- If the HV battery does not have NVH pads, install the NVH pads. See NVH Pads - HV Battery (Install).NoteAdd correction code 16103101 to the Repair Order separately. The labor time to install the NVH pads is not included in this parent procedure.
- Install the HV battery alignment rods; 2 at the front of the vehicle and 2 at the HV battery near the ancillary bay.
- With an assistant, position the HV battery underneath the vehicle.
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Lower the vehicle to the HV battery, and with an assistant, align the holes with the alignment rods.
NoteDo not fully lower the vehicle onto the HV battery. The battery will still need to slightly move to install the bolts in the following steps.CAUTIONMake sure that the coolant hoses and HV harnesses are not caught on the alignment rods or sandwiched between the HV battery and the vehicle.
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Install and hand-tighten the LH and RH bolts (x16) that attach the HV battery to the body.
NoteInstall the washers to the locations recorded earlier during removal.
- Remove HV battery front alignment rods.
- Install and hand-tighten the bolts (x8) that attach the HV battery LH and RH support brackets to the vehicle.
- Install and hand-tighten the bolts (x4) that attach the center portion of the HV battery through the HV battery center rail ski cover.
- Open the LH rear door
- Remove the HV battery alignment rod from the LH rear inner bolt location.
- Install and hand-tighten the LH rear inner HV battery bolts.
- Lift the carpet flap, and then install and hand-tighten the LH middle inner HV battery bolt.
- Close the LH rear door and open the LH front door.
- Install and hand-tighten both LH front inner HV battery bolts.
- Repeat step 10 through step 15 for the RH side of the vehicle.
- Fully lower the vehicle onto the HV battery.
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Torque the LH and RH bolts
(x16) that attach the HV battery to the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- 3 in extension
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Torque the bolts (x8) that
attach the HV battery LH and RH support brackets to the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 16 mm socket
- 3 in extension
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Torque the bolts (x4) that
attach the center portion of the HV battery through the center ski
cover.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx Plus EP14
- With an assistant, raise the vehicle, and then remove the battery table from underneath the vehicle.
- Set the vehicle to a comfortable working height, and then lower the vehicle into locks.
- Position the support stand to support the front portion of the rear subframe.
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Remove the smaller bolts (x2) and the larger bolt that are used to attach the LH shear plate to the vehicle.
- Install the LH shear plate, and then install and hand-tighten the larger bolt that attaches the shear plate to the vehicle.
- Install and hand-tighten the smaller bolts (x2) that attach the shear plate to the HV battery.
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Torque the large bolt that
attaches the LH shear plate to the body.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- 6 in extension
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Torque the small bolts that
attach the LH shear plate to the body.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- 3 in extension
- Repeat step 24 through step 28 for the RH shear plate.
- Remove the support stand from underneath the rear subframe
- Fasten the fir tree clips that attach the coolant hoses to the LH and RH shear plates.
- Fully raise the handle on the HV battery rear drive unit connector of the rear drive unit to HV battery harness.
- Install the HV connector special tool onto the HV battery rear drive unit connector.
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Use both hands to firmly connect the HV battery rear drive unit connector of the rear drive unit to HV battery harness to the HV battery header.
CAUTIONMake sure that the connector fits the header squarely and tightly, and that both retention pins enter the handle.
- Remove the HV connector special tool from the HV battery rear drive unit connector.
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While pressing the HV battery rear drive unit connector onto the HV battery header, fully lower the handle.
CAUTIONMake sure that the handle does not bind as it is lowered.
- Slide the release to lock the HV battery rear drive unit connector handle in the secured position.
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Verify that the HV battery
rear drive unit connector is fully seated, and compare both sides of the
connector that it is properly secured in place.
NoteAn improperly seated connector might lead to connector damage and rear drive unit problems later on.
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Install the nut that
attaches the rear drive unit HV electrical harness bracket to the HV
battery.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 4 in extension
- Position the coolant drain beneath the RH rear of the HV battery.
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Remove the hose plugs, and then connect coolant outlet hose to rear power train return hose.
CAUTIONPerform a push-pull test to verify that the hose is fully seated.
- Position the coolant drain underneath the LH rear of the HV battery.
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Remove the hose plugs, and then connect rear drive unit inverter inlet hose to the rear of HV battery.
CAUTIONPerform a push-pull test to verify that the hose is fully seated.
- Remove the coolant drain from underneath the vehicle.
- Install the rear HV battery skid plate, but only hand-tighten the fasteners. See Skid Plate - HV Battery - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Torque the fasteners that attach the rear skid plate to the vehicle. See Skid Plate - HV Battery - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Install the mid aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace).
- Position the coolant drain under the front LH side of the HV battery.
- Fasten the clips that attach the HV battery front manifold hose to the body.
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Remove the plugs from the chiller to HV battery hose and the manifold at the LH side of the vehicle, immediately connect the male and female fittings, and then fasten the clip.
NotePerform a push-pull-push test on the fittings to make sure that they are secure.
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Remove the plugs from the HV battery return hose at the LH side of the vehicle, immediately connect the male and female fittings, and then fasten the clip.
NotePerform a push-pull-push test on the fittings to make sure that they are secure.
- Position the coolant drain under the front RH side of the HV battery.
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Remove the plugs from the rear powertrain supply hose at the RH side of the vehicle, immediately connect the male and female fittings, and then fasten the clip.
NotePerform a push-pull-push test on the fittings to make sure that they are secure.
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Remove the plugs from the powertrain return hose at the RH side of the vehicle, immediately connect the male and female fittings, and then fasten the clip.
NotePerform a push-pull-push test on the fittings to make sure that they are secure.
- Remove the coolant drain from underneath the vehicle.
- Remove the plastic bracket that attaches the HV connectors to the HV battery.
- Connect the A/C HV connector, and then engage the connector lock.
- Install the front HV battery skid plate. See Skid Plate - HV Battery - Front (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the bungee straps from the LH and RH wheel arch liners.
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Install the bolt and clips
that attach the LH front wheel liner to the HV battery and lower wheel well
area. Repeat this step for the RH side of the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 4 in extension
- Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace).
- Lower the vehicle fully.
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Remove the chock, and with an assistant, push the vehicle away from the lift to a stall, and then re-chock the wheel.
CAUTIONPush the vehicle for a very short distance and at less than 1 MPH.
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Install the nut that
attaches the positive 12V output to the PCS cable, and then close the
cover.CAUTIONEnsure the rubber boot is not pinched between the cable terminal and pass through.CAUTIONMake sure the positive output cable is positioned properly and in the right direction against the plastic anti-rotation edge on the DCDC passthrough.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- 3 in extension
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Install a new nut that
attaches the DCDC ground strap to the HV battery.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm 12-point deep socket
- 4 in extension
- Remove the logic cap, and then connect the HVC logic connector.
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Clean the busbar HV connector contact surface of residual Penetrox.
NoteAllow one minute of drying time after removing Penetrox.
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Clean the HV connector contact surface of residual Penetrox.
NoteAllow one minute of drying time after removing Penetrox.
- Apply a small amount of Penetrox onto the HV connector joints.
- Position the busbar kit connector and lower onto the HV header.
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Install the bolts that
attach the charge port busbar kit to the HV header.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Perform a zero adjust of the Hioki resistance meter in preparation to measure resistances. See Resistance Meter (Zero Adjust).
- Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves.
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At the ancillary bay, use the Hioki resistance meter to measure the resistance between the charge port busbar lead and the ancillary bay HV header bolt head. Also perform this test on the other lead and bolt head.
NoteThe acceptable resistance is between 0.050 mΩ (50 μΩ) and 0.195 mΩ (195 μΩ). If the measured resistance is above 0.195 mΩ (195 μΩ), there is too much resistance in the High Voltage joint. Remove the fastener, clean areas with isopropyl alcohol, install fastener back and test again, as appropriate.NoteIf the resistance is lower than 0.050 mΩ (50 μΩ), reposition the probes and measure again. If after 4 attempts the resistance is consistently lower than 0.050 mΩ (50 μΩ), the test has passed; continue to the next step.
- Remove the HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves.
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Install the bolt that
secures the busbar cover access door.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm deep socket
- Install the clip that attaches the logic electrical harness to the LH seat frame.
- Connect the logic connector at the LH seat frame.
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Torque the LH and RH rear
inner HV battery bolts.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 16 mm socket
- 6 in extension
- Remove the folded shop towel from underneath the rear cabin carpet.
- Install the clips (x3) that attach the rear carpet to the vehicle.
- Install the clip securing the LH lower B-pillar to body.
- Install the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Repeat steps 82 and 83 for the RH side of the vehicle.
- Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
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Torque the LH middle inner
HV battery bolt, and then fold the carpet to its original position. Repeat
this step on the RH side of the vehicle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 16 mm socket
- Install the 2nd row floor mat into the vehicle.
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Torque both RH front inner
HV battery bolts, and then install the foam plugs.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Torx Plus EP20 socket
- 6 in extension
- Fold the RH front main cabin carpet forward to its original position, and then install the clip that attaches the LH carpet to the vehicle.
- Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the RH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the RH instrument panel end cap. See End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the RH center console side panel carpet. See Side Panel - Center Console - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the RH front floor mat.
- Install the front passenger footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Driver (Remove and Replace).
- Repeat step 88 through step 95 for the LH side of the vehicle.
- Perform a cooling system vacuum refill. See Cooling System (Vacuum Refill).
- Connect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- On the vehicle touchscreen, press and hold the park button to release EPB service mode.
- Connect to vehicle using Toolbox 3.0.
- In Toolbox, click the Actions/Autodiag tab, and then search for "purge".
- Click TEST_VCFRONT_X_THERMAL-COOLANT-AIR-PURGESearch for routine in ToolboxThermal / Coolant System - Coolant Purge Starthv / Front Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Left Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Right Drive Inverter Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Front Drive Unit Replacement - Coolant Air Purgehv / Rear Drive Unit Replacement - Coolant Air PurgeThermal / Actions - Coolant Purge Stop or Coolant Purge Start, and then click Run and allow the routine to complete.
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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.
- In Toolbox, click the Actions/Autodiag tab, and then search for "thermal".
- Click TEST-SELF_VCFRONT_X_HEAT-PUMP-THERMAL-PERFORMANCESearch for routine in Toolbox, and then click Run and allow the routine to complete.
- Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle.
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
- Raise all windows and close all doors.
- Remove lift pads from the LH rocker.
- Install the butyl patch that covers the LH rocker access holes.
- Install the LH rocker panel carrier. See Carrier - Rocker Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH lower rocker panel cover. See Cover - Rocker Panel - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Repeat step 109 though step 112 for the RH side of the vehicle.