Tesla Model 3: Hose - Inverter Inlet - Front Drive Unit - Install

Install

1. Position the front drive unit inverter inlet hose to the vehicle, and then install the clip that connects the hose to the front drive unit inverter coolant inlet.

Caution: Perform a push-pull test to verify that the hose is fully seated.

 
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2. Install the clip that attaches the front drive unit inverter inlet hose to the exterior of the front drive unit gearbox.

3. Install the clip that attaches the front drive unit inverter inlet hose to the front subframe.

4. Remove the plug, and then install the clip to reconnect the front drive unit inverter inlet hose.

 Caution: Perform a push-pull test to verify that the hose is fully seated.

5. Install the clip that attaches the front drive unit inverter inlet hose the vehicle.
6. Remove the coolant drain container from underneath the vehicle.
7. Install the RH front wheel arch liner. See Wheel Arch Liner - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
8. Position the RH front wheel on the vehicle, and then hand-tighten the wheel lug nuts.
9. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
10. Lower the vehicle, and then tighten the RH front wheel lug nuts. See Wheel (Remove and Install).

Note: Use only hand tools to remove or install the fasteners. Do not use impact or power tools.

Note: Use a 6 point socket. Do not use a 12 point socket or a specialty socket.

11. If equipped, install the RH front wheel center cap. See Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace).
12. Connect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
13. Refill the cooling system. See Cooling System (Vacuum Refill).
14. Install the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).
15. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
16. Install the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).

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