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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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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Install
Install the PTC heater fuse to the RH penthouse bus, and then install
new nuts to attach the fuse to the bus.
Torque 2.5 Nm
Generic Measurement - Actual busbars and fasteners might appear
different
Use the Hioki resistance meter to measure the resistance at the HV joint
betwe
Remove
Remove the rear subframe. See Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and
Install).
Disconnect the electrical connector from the oil pump.
Release the clips that attach the electrical harness to the rear drive
unit.
Disconnect the resolver electrical connector.
Release th