04/06/2024 18:01:11

Charge Port (3-Phase) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 44011652 0.90NOTE: 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.

  • 2024-02-01: Removed steps for actuator pan and motor, and vehicle electrical isolation procedure.
  • 2023-10-27: Update charge port to body bolt torque to 9 Nm.
  • 2023-07-10: Added steps for actuator pan and motor, and readded step for vehicle isolation procedure.
  • 2023-05-25: Replaced the vehicle electrical isolation procedure with the charge port voltage check procedure.
  • 1076921-00-B Insulation Multimeter, Fluke 1507 (NA)
  • 1076927-00-A Hioki RM 3548
  • 1108272-00-B Cap, Logic Conn, Inv, 3DU
  • 1130480-00-A Test Probes, Slim, Fluke TP38
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Warning

Only technicians who have been trained in High Voltage Awareness and have completed all required certification courses (if applicable) are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a minimum rating of class 0 (1000V) must be worn at all times a high voltage cable, busbar, or fitting is handled. Refer to Tech Note TN-15-92-003, High Voltage Awareness Care Points for additional safety information.

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Warning

Remove all jewelry (watches, bracelets, rings, necklaces, earrings, ID tags, piercings, etc.) from your person, and all objects (keys, coins, pens, pencils, tools, fasteners, etc.) from your pockets before performing any procedure that exposes you to high voltage.

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If corrective eyewear is necessary to safely perform any procedure, make sure that the eyewear is securely restrained to the head and cannot fall off.
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Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to perform this procedure:

  • High Voltage (HV) insulating gloves
  • Leather glove protectors
  • High voltage glove tester
  • Safety glasses
  • Electrical hazard rated safety shoes
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A glove inflator is the only recommended way to test HV gloves. Both HV gloves must pass testing before beginning this procedure. If either glove does not pass the air check, discard the pair.

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Warning

Make sure that the HV gloves are not expired. HV gloves can be used up to 12 months after the testing date printed on the glove, but only 6 months after first use even if the gloves are still within the 12-month period.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Charge Port (3-Phase) (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nut that attaches the charge port busbar leads to the charge port assembly
9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
Bolt that attaches the charge port to the vehicle
9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse

Remove

  1. Open all the doors and lower all the windows.
  2. Move the front seats forward.
  3. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the HEPA filter assembly. See Assembly - Filter - HEPA (Remove and Install).
  5. Open the charge port door.
  6. Open the liftgate.
  7. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  8. Perform the charge port voltage check procedure. See Charge Port Voltage Check.
  9. Remove the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Remove the rear trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  11. Remove the front trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Front (Remove and Replace).
  12. Remove the trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  13. Remove the LH trunk load floor bracket. See Bracket - Trunk Load Floor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  14. Remove the LH trunk pocket bracket. See Bracket - Trunk Pocket - LH (Remove and Replace).
  15. Remove the LH trunk side trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace).
  16. Remove the LH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  17. Remove the LH C-Pillar bracket. See Bracket - C-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
  18. Remove the white locking tab, and then disconnect the logic connector from the charge port.
    Figure 1. Model 3 shown, Model Y similar
  19. Push the locking tab upward, and then disconnect the 3-phase connector from the charge port.
    Figure 2. Model 3 shown, Model Y similar
  20. Use a pick to gently release the tabs (x2) that attach the safety cap to the busbar brackets, and then remove the safety cap.
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    Note
    Do not pry with excessive force, as doing so could damage the safety cap.
  21. Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the charge port busbar leads to the charge port assembly.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  22. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the charge port actuator.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  23. Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the electrical harness from the taillight connector.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
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    CAUTION
    If the taillight must be replaced because of water ingress, place a shop towel under the taillight connector to prevent damage to other electrical components.
  24. Remove the bolts that attach the charge port to the vehicle, and then remove the charge port from the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench

Install

  1. Perform a zero adjust of the Hioki resistance meter in preparation to measure resistances later in this procedure. See Resistance Meter (Zero Adjust).
  2. If reinstalling the same charge port: Clean the charge port busbar HV header at the back of the charge port assembly with an IPA wipe, and allow to dry for 1 minute.
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    Note
    Skip this step if installing a new charge port assembly, as the new charge port has pre-applied electrical joint compound.
    Tip: Use a plastic trim tool to push the IPA wipe into the crevices of the charge port busbar HV header.
  3. Position the charge port on the vehicle, and then install the bolts that attach the charge port to the vehicle.
    9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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    Warning
    Make sure the harness is routed out, and the adhesive pad with zip tie is properly mounted if it is installed.
  4. Connect the electrical connector to the charge port actuator, and then engage the locking tab.
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    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab towards the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  5. If reinstalling the same charge port: Perform a torque check on the busbar studs on the back of the charge port.
    2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Skip this step if installing a new charge port assembly.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
    • 4 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  6. Use an IPA wipe to clean all residue and debris from the charge port busbar leads, and then air dry for 1 minute.
    Figure 3. Busbar bracket design may vary
  7. If reinstalling the same charge port: Apply two drops of electrical joint compound on each of the charge port busbar leads (x2), on the side that makes contact with the charge port.
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    Note
    Skip this step if installing a new charge port assembly, as the new charge port has pre-applied electrical joint compound.
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    Note
    Make sure the contact surfaces are completely covered with electrical joint compound.
    Figure 4. Busbar bracket design may vary
  8. Position the charge port busbars on the charge port, and then install the nuts (x2) that attach the busbar leads to the charge port.
    9 Nm (6.6 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  9. Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves.
  10. At the charge port, use the Hioki resistance meter to measure the resistance between the charge port busbar lead and the charge port busbar stud. Also perform this test on the other lead and stud.
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    Note
    The acceptable resistance is between 0.050 mΩ (50 μΩ) and 0.270 mΩ (270 μΩ). If the measured resistance is above 0.270 mΩ (270 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.
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    Note
    If 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.
  11. Remove the HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves.
  12. Install the safety cap on the busbar brackets, making sure to engage the two locking tabs.
  13. Connect the 3-phase connector on the charge port, and then slide the locking tab downward.
    Figure 5. Model 3 shown, Model Y similar
  14. Connect the electrical harness to the taillight connector, and then engage the connector lock.
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    CAUTION
    If the connector has a red locking tab: Push the red locking tab into the connector to engage the connector lock.
  15. Connect the logic connector on the charge port, and then install the white locking tab.
    Figure 6. Model 3 shown, Model Y similar
  16. Install the LH C-Pillar bracket. See Bracket - C-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace).
  17. Install the LH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  18. Install the LH trunk side trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace).
  19. Install the LH trunk pocket bracket. See Bracket - Trunk Pocket - LH (Remove and Replace).
  20. Install the LH load floor bracket. See Bracket - Trunk Load Floor - LH (Remove and Replace).
  21. Install the trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  22. Install the front trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Front (Remove and Replace).
  23. Install the rear trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  24. Install the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  25. Reconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  26. Install the HEPA filter assembly. See Assembly - Filter - HEPA (Remove and Install).
  27. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  28. Reinstall the vehicle software. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen.