2023-12-15

Wade Seal - HV Battery (Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace)

16103202 0.48 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. See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 1080593-00-A Caulk and Adhesive Gun
  • 1089956-00-A ADHESIVE,CURE IN PLACE,SILICONE,455g
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Note
This procedure is to be performed under the condition that the HV battery is outside of the vehicle on the battery table. The correction code for this procedure should be added to the Repair Order separately.
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CAUTION
Wear protection gloves when performing this procedure.

Remove

  1. Remove the HV battery wade seal, using a plastic scraper.
  2. Clean the excess wade seal from the HV battery, using a plastic scraper and IPA wipes.
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    Note
    Allow 1 minute for the IPA to dry.

Install

  1. Peel the tape from the beginning of the wade seal.
  2. Apply the first section of the wade seal to the HV battery pack, starting at the front middle of the pack. Start with an offset from the original path for the first 50 mm.
  3. Follow the path and apply the wade seal to the HV battery pack.
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    Note
    Do not stretch or pull the seal, and do not cover any holes.
  4. Finish the end of the wade seal next to the starting point. Let both ends of the wade seal overlap for 50 mm.
  5. Prepare the silicone liquid gasket.
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    The opening must be 3 mm wide.
  6. Apply the silicone liquid gasket to both sides of the wade seal, in the indicated areas: the sharp corners near the ancillary bay and the part where both ends of the wade seal overlap.
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    Use the lowest speed setting on the caulking gun.
  7. Let the silicone liquid gasket dry for 20 minutes.