Tesla Model 3: DC Input Assembly - HV Battery- Remove
SPECIAL TOOLS
Ratchet, 1/4" Sq Dr, HV Insulated (1057602-00-A)
Skt, 1/4" Sq Dr, 13mm, HV Insulated (1057606-00-A)
Magnet, Flexible, HV Insulated, 18" (1057607-00-A)
Skt, 1/4in Dr, 5-Lobe Torx Plus External (1059330-00-B)
Resistance meter, microohm, Hioki RM 3548 (1076927-00-A)
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
- Remove the pyrotechnic battery disconnect from the penthouse. See
Pyrotechnic Battery Disconnect (Remove and Replace).
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- Remove the insulator for the DC input assembly.

- Remove and discard the bolts that attach the DC input busbars to the
fast charge contactor busbars.
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- Disconnect the electrical harness from the DC input assembly connector.
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- Remove the bolts that attach the DC input assembly to the penthouse, and
then remove the DC input assembly from the vehicle.
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Install
Install the DC input assembly to the penthouse, install the bolts (x4)
that attach the DC input assembly to the penthouse, and then mark the bolts
with a paint pen after they are torqu
SPECIAL TOOLS
Ratchet, 1/4" Sq Dr, HV Insulated (1057602-00-A)
Ext Bar, Wobble, 1/4" Dr, HV Insulated (1057603-00-A)
Skt, 1/4" Sq Dr, 8mm, HV Insulated (1057604-00-A)
Magnet, Flexible, HV Insulated,
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Remove
Use a small screwdriver or pry tool in the slot at the front of the
puddle light to pry the light out of the bottom of the front LH door trim
panel.
Release the clips that attach the front of the puddle light to the
bottom of the door trim panel, and then separate the light f
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat
Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron
- Rear (Remove and Replace).
Disconnect 12V p