Tesla Model 3: Gasket - Cover - HV Battery (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Note: There are two types of HV battery cover gaskets: an older
platter perimeter gasket, and a newer penthouse perimeter gasket. These are
referred to as platter type and penthouse type. This procedure removes both
types, but installs only the penthouse type gasket.
- Remove the HV battery. See
HV Battery (RWD) (Remove and Install).
Platter Type
- Remove and discard the HV battery cover gasket.
Penthouse Type
- Use IPA wipes to clean the adhesive and residue from the HV battery
cover surface.
Use
a drill fitted with an adhesive eraser wheel to speed clean up.
Install
- Peel the backing off a new HV battery cover gasket, position the long
straight edge to the front of the HV battery, and then install the gasket
onto the HV battery surface around the penthouse
- Install the HV battery. See
HV Battery (RWD) (Remove and Install).
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Procedure
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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
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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
Refill
Remove the fill plug.
Set the oil fill tool into the fill port and open
the valve.
Fill the rear drive unit with 2.75 liter