01/04/2024 03:01:28

Harness - Thermal Beam (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 17101302 1.14 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.

  • 2023-04-05: Updated A/C oil type to be used with reference to Fluids and Capacities for A/C oil specifications.
  • 2024-04-01: Re-structured the procedure and updated the way of performing the routines from using Toolbox to using the touchscreen.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Harness - Thermal Beam (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attaches the supermanifold to compressor A/C line to the supermanifold
22 Nm (16.2 lbs-ft)
  • 6 in extension
  • 13 mm socket
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attaches the supermanifold to the shock tower brace
31 Nm (22.9 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
Fasteners that secure the shock tower brace and the thermal beam
55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
62 Nm (45.7 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm deep socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench

Remove

  1. Remove the supermanifold to HVAC line. See A/C Line - Supermanifold to HVAC (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the bolt that attaches the supermanifold to compressor A/C line to the supermanifold.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 6 in extension
    • 13 mm socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  3. Position the supermanifold to compressor A/C line away from Supermanifold to avoid oil leaking out.
  4. Pull the red tab to disengage the lock, and then pull it again to disconnect the chiller to battery hose sensor.
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    Note
    Harness with purple tape connects to the coolant temperature sensor closest to coolant bottle.
  5. Pull the red tab to disengage the lock, and then pull it again to disconnect the powertrain supply hose sensor.
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    Note
    Harness with purple tape connects to the coolant temperature sensor closest to coolant bottle.
  6. Disconnect the supermanifold harness from the front controller.
  7. Pull the red tab to disengage the lock, and then pull it again to disconnect the powertrain coolant pump connector.
  8. Pull the red tab to disengage the lock, and then pull it again to disconnect the battery coolant pump connector.
  9. Pull the red tab to disengage the lock, and then pull it again to disconnect the Octovalve connector.
  10. Remove the fir tree clip that secures the VCFRONT harness to the coolant bottle.
  11. Pull the red tab to disengage the lock, and then pull it again to disconnect the coolant bottle level sensor connector.
  12. Remove the fir tree clip that secures the harness on the top of coolant bottle.
  13. Remove the retaining clip that secures the A/C compressor logic harness to the A/C compressor HV harness bracket.
  14. Pull the red tab to disengage the lock, and then pull it again to disconnect the A/C compressor logic connector.
  15. Disconnect the high pressure PT sensor connector.
  16. Disconnect the connector from recirculation expansion valve.
  17. Disconnect the connector from liquid cooled condenser electronic expansion valve.
  18. Disconnect the connector from the liquid cooled condenser shut off valve.
  19. Disconnect the connector from the RH cabin condenser electronic expansion valve.
  20. Disconnect the high pressure PT subcool sensor connector.
  21. Disconnect the connector from the LH cabin condenser electronic expansion valve.
  22. Disconnect the connector from the chiller electronic expansion valve.
  23. Disconnect the connector from the evaporator electronic expansion valve.
  24. Loosen the bolts (x2) that attaches the supermanifold to the shock tower brace.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  25. Disconnect the low pressure PT sensor, and then release the harness from under the shock tower brace and from the holding mount which is located on top and rear of supermanifold.
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    Note
    Use a flat head screw driver as needed. Wrap electrical tape around the flat head screw driver to avoid damaging the harness.
  26. Loosen the fasteners that secure the LH shock tower brace.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  27. Remove the bolts that secure the RH side of the thermal beam.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  28. Move the RH side of the thermal beam towards the front of the vehicle.
  29. Move the front of the thermal sub-assembly harness towards the left side of vehicle, route the harness under the compressor and up between the A/C compressor bracket and the coolant bottle, towards the rear of the vehicle.
  30. Remove the harness clip at the LH bottom of coolant bottle.
  31. Remove the thermal harness from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position thermal harness into position for installation.
  2. Install the harness clip at the LH bottom of coolant bottle.
  3. Install the clip that secures the VCFRONT harness to the coolant bottle.
  4. Engage the locking tab to connect the connector for the Octovalve.
  5. Connect the battery coolant pump connector.
  6. Connect the powertrain coolant pump connector.
  7. Connect the sensor for the powertrain supply hose.
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    Note
    Note the connections are color coded. Do not swap the connectors.
  8. Connect the sensor for the chiller to battery hose.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Note the connections are color coded. Do not swap the connectors.
  9. Install the retaining clip that secures the level sensor pigtail to the coolant bottle.
  10. Connect the coolant bottle level sensor connector.
  11. Route the thermal sub-assembly harness towards the front of the vehicle.
  12. Use a flat head screw driver as needed to install the low pressure PT sensor harness in the rear holding mount, then route the low pressure PT sensor harness under the shock tower and secure it to the top holding mount, and then connect the low pressure PT sensor connector.
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    CAUTION
    Wrap electrical tape around the flat head screw driver to avoid damaging harness.
  13. Secure the bolts (x2) that secures the supermanifold to the shock tower brace.
    31 Nm (22.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  14. Move the RH side of the thermal beam back into position for installation.
  15. Install fasteners that secures the RH side of the thermal beam.
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    Note
    Refer to picture for proper torque position.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  16. Torque the fasteners that secure the LH shock tower brace.
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    Note
    Refer to picture for proper torque position.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  17. Connect the supermanifold harness to the front controller.
  18. Install the retaining clip that secures the A/C compressor logic harness to the A/C compressor HV harness bracket.
  19. Connect the A/C compressor logic connector.
  20. Connect the evaporator electronic expansion valve connector.
  21. Connect the chiller electronic expansion valve connector.
  22. Connect the LH cabin condenser electronic expansion valve connector.
  23. Connect the RH electronic expansion valve connector.
  24. Connect the high pressure PT subcool sensor connector.
  25. Connect the liquid cooled condenser shut off valve connector.
  26. Connect the liquid cooled condenser electronic expansion valve connector.
  27. Connect the recirculation electronic expansion valve connector.
  28. Connect the high pressure PT sensor connector.
  29. Replace the seal washers (x5) for the supermanifold to HVAC line on the supermanifold side.
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    Note
    Lubricate all the seal washers with the appropriate type of oil. See Fluids and Capacities for A/C oil specifications.
  30. Replace the seal washers (x5) for the supermanifold to HVAC line on the HVAC side.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Lubricate the seal washers with the appropriate type of oil. See Fluids and Capacities for A/C oil specifications.
  31. Install the supermanifold to HVAC A/C line. See A/C Line - Supermanifold to HVAC (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    Pause before performing the vacuum leak test.
  32. Replace the seal washers (x2) for supermanifold to compressor A/C line on the supermanifold side.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Lubricate the seal washers with the appropriate type of oil. See Fluids and Capacities for A/C oil specifications.
  33. Tighten the bolt that attaches the supermanifold to compressor A/C line to the supermanifold.
    22 Nm (16.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 6 in extension
    • 13 mm socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  34. Continue installing the supermanifold to HVAC A/C line. See A/C Line - Supermanifold to HVAC (Remove and Replace).