Tesla Model 3: HV Header - Inverter - Rear Drive Unit - Install
Install
- Install a new retainer into the header, and then fasten the clips (x6) that attach the retainer to the header.
- Install the HV header onto the inverter.
Note: Push, pull, and push on the header to make sure it is fully seated.
- Install the new bolts (x2) that attach the HV header
to the inverter.
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Torque 6 Nm
- Perform an inverter air leak test. See Inverter Air Leak Test.
- Fully raise the handle on the rear drive unit HV electrical harness.
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- Attach the HV connector lever lock onto the back of the HV electrical harness.
- Firmly connect the HV electrical harness to the inverter connector.
Caution: Make sure that the harness fits the connector squarely and tightly.
- While pressing the harness to the connector, remove the HV connector lever lock.
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- While pressing the harness to the connector, fully lower the handle.
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- Slide the release to lock the HV electrical harness.
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- Install the bolt that attaches the HV electrical
harness to the inverter.
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Torque 6 Nm
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- Fasten the clip that attaches the low voltage electrical harness to the inverter.
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- Connect the low voltage electrical harness to the inverter connector.
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- Fasten the clip that attaches the rear drive unit inlet hose to the rear drive unit inverter.
- Remove the mid aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace).
- Perform a penthouse air leak test. See Penthouse Air Leak Test.
- Connect 12V power. See 12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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