06/12/2024 07:46:08

ECU - Charge Port (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 44015002 0.30 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.

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Warning
The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.

Remove

  1. Open all doors and lower the windows.
  2. Open the liftgate.
  3. Move the driver seat and front passenger seat fully forward.
  4. Disconnect 12V/LV power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  5. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace)
  6. Remove the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the rear trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the front trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Front (Remove and Replace)
  9. Remove the trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
  10. Remove the LH trunk side trim. See Trim - Side - Trunk - LH (Remove and Replace).
  11. Disconnect the 3 electrical connectors from the charge port ECU.
  12. Remove the bolt that attaches the charge port ECU to the body.
    5.5 Nm (4.1 lbs-ft)
  13. Slide the charge port ECU to the right to release the tabs (x2) that attach the ECU to the body, and then remove the ECU from the vehicle.
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    Note
    If white enclosure is installed, slide to the right, if black enclosure is installed, slide to the left before removing.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

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Note
For early production models, only white the enclosure ECU can be installed, later production models have 2 threads and 2 sets of slots to accommodate the black enclosures.
  • Reinstall the vehicle firmware. See Software Reinstall - Touchscreen.
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    Note
    Once the new ECU is installed, immediately start the software reinstall, as delays might cause excessive 12V/LV battery drain.