Tesla Model 3: Cooling System (Partial Refill and Bleed)
DRAFT
Warning:
This procedure was derived from pre-production computer models, and
might not reflect the real-world situation. Warnings and cautions might be
missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or
near high voltage systems and components
Procedure
- Use Toolbox to set the cooling system to fill mode.
- Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and
Replace).
- Remove the coolant reservoir cap from the superbottle.
- Fill coolant to the proper level.
- Use Toolbox to run the coolant purge routine.
- Use Toolbox to run the thermal system test.
- Install the coolant reservoir cap onto the superbottle.
- Install the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and
Replace).
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Refiller, Cooling System (1050448-00-A)
Procedure
Note: It is important that the drive rails remain off throughout
this procedure. If the drive rails become active, such as from touchin
SPECIAL TOOLS
Plug,Car Computer Fluid Port (1119171-00-A)
Kit, Svc Plug, Cooling Hose, Model 3 (1135762-00-A)
Remove
Remove the front subframe assembly. See Subframe Assembly - Front (Dual
Motor
Remove
Remove the HV battery. See HV Battery (RWD) (Remove and Install).
Release the clip and disconnect the RH inner HV battery return hose
fitting from the RH end of the HV battery platter
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Locking and unlocking Model 3 is easy and
convenient. Just carry your authenticated
phone or paired key fob with you. Model 3
recognizes the presence of an authenticated
phone or paired key fob and automatically
unlocks when you press a door handle, and
locks when you leave
Note: If you don
Install
Install the LH body harness into the vehicle.
Install a new bolt to attach the electrical harness ground strap to the
body in the charge port area.
Torque 8 Nm
Connect the electrical harness to the charge port ECU connectors.
Fasten the clips that attach the electrical har