Tesla Model 3: Skid Plate - HV Battery - Rear (Remove and Replace)
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 use extreme caution when working on or
near high voltage systems and components.
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Parent topic:
1610 - HV Battery Enclosure
Remove
- Remove the mid aero shield. See
Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace).
- Release the clips that attach the hoses to the rear HV battery skid
plate
- Remove the lower bolts that attach the skid plate to the HV battery.
Torque 13 Nm
- Remove the upper nuts that attach the skid plate to the HV battery.
Torque 13 Nm
- Remove the upper bolts that attach the skid plate to the HV battery, and
then remove the skid plate from the HV battery.
Torque 30 Nm
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Vent Assembly - HV Battery - LH- Remove
Remove
Use Toolbox to put the vehicle into Factory Mode.
Invoke diagnostics on the touchscreen.
Inspect the Notifications for either a BMS_a123 or a BMS_W12
Remove
Use Toolbox to put the vehicle into Factory Mode.
Invoke diagnostics on the touchscreen.
Inspect the Notifications for either a BMS_a123 or a BMS_W123 alert.
If:
Either alert is present
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Install
Wipe up any spilled coolant.
Caution: Spilled coolant can create an
electrical path.
O-rings in good condition
Make sure that the o-rings are not damaged and that they are properly
seated in the connector groove prior to inserting the tube into the power
conversion system.
Remove
Open the LH front door.
Mark the position of the LH front door striker using masking tape.
Remove the bolts that attach the LH front door striker to the body, and
then remove the striker from the vehicle.
Install
Hand-tighten the bolts that attach the LH front door st