Tesla Model 3: Cover - HV Probe - HV Battery (Remove and Replace)
Warning:
Only technicians who have been trained in High Voltage Awareness are
permitted to perform this procedure. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
and insulating HV gloves with a minimum rating of class 0 (1000V) must be worn
at all times a high voltage cable, busbar, or fitting is handled. Refer to Tech
Note TN-15-92-003, "High Voltage Awareness Care Points" for additional safety
information.
Remove
- Disconnect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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- Remove and discard the 5-lobe bolts (x2) that attach the HV probe cover
to the penthouse cover, and then remove the HV probe cover from the
penthouse cover.
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Install
- Use an IPA wipe to clean the HV probe cover gasket surface, and the
mating surface of the penthouse cover.
- Inspect the condition of the HV probe cover gasket, and if there is any
cracking, cuts, or damage, install a new gasket into the HV probe cover.
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- Install the HV probe cover onto the penthouse cover, install new 5-lobe
bolts to attach the HV probe cover to the penthouse cover, and then mark the
bolts with a paint pen after they are torqued.
Torque 6 Nm
- Perform a penthouse air leak test. See
Penthouse Air Leak Test.
- Connect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Asy, Service Cover, Penthouse, Model 3 (1127845-00-A)
Skt, 1/4in Dr, 5-Lobe Torx Plus External (1059330-00-B)
Wrench, Torque + Angle, 1/4" Dr (1076971-02-A)
Cap, Logic Conn, Inv, 3DU
Remove
Perform the vehicle electrical isolation procedure. See
Vehicle Electrical Isolation Procedure.
Remove the foam cover from the LH side of the penthouse.
Remove the LH rear sill panel trim.
Install
Caution:
Replace all patchbolts.
Replace all nyloc nuts.
Use an IPA wipe to clean any residue from the high voltage controller
mounting bolt holes and both the inside and outside of the p
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Remove
Perform the A/C refrigerant recovery. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and
Recharge).
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the underhood reinforcement bracket to
the body, and then remove the bracket from the cooling fan module.
Remove the cap from the LH side of the
Install
Install the LH curtain airbag to the side rail, and then carefully
fasten the clips (x8) that attach the airbag to the side rail.
Warning: If any clips are damaged, the airbag must be replaced.
Install and hand-tighten the bolts that attach the rear portion of the
LH curtain air