Tesla Model 3: Tube - Input - Coolant - Power Conversion System- Install
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. Replace components as necessary.
O-ring in poor condition
- Lubricate the coolant input tube o-rings with Silaramic lubricant.
- Remove the plugs from the power conversion system and the battery flange.
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- Install the coolant input tube into the power conversion system and the
battery flange.
Example of a Secure Connection
- Firmly press down on the tube fittings, to make sure that the fittings
are securely connected.
Caution:
Verify that both clips have fully engaged the barb on the power
conversion system and battery flange, and then pull up on the fittings to check
retention.
- Remove the absorbent pads from around the coolant input tube fittings,
and wipe up any spilled coolant.
Caution:
Spilled coolant can create an electrical path.
- Perform a penthouse coolant leak test. See
Penthouse Coolant Leak Test.
- Connect the 12V auxiliary battery negative terminal only.
Torque 6 Nm
Caution: Do not follow the procedure to
connect 12V power at this time.
- Connect a 12V charger to the 12V auxiliary battery terminals.
- Refill the coolant. See
Penthouse Coolant (Drain and Refill).
- On the touchscreen, touch Controls > Safety & Security > Vehicle Power >
Power Off.
- Disconnect the 12V charger from the 12V auxiliary battery terminals.
- Disconnect the 12V auxiliary battery negative terminal.
- Install the hinge tray into the hinges, and then lower the hinge tray.
- Fasten the clips that attach the harness to the hinge tray and hinges.
- Install the high voltage controller. See
Controller - High Voltage (Remove and Replace).
- Install the pyrotechnic battery disconnect into the penthouse. See
Pyrotechnic Battery Disconnect (Remove and Replace).
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Connector Removal, Coolant, PCS, M3 (1111868-00-B)
Kit, Svc Plug, Cooling Hose, Model 3 (1135762-00-A)
Warning:
Only technicians who have been trained in High Voltage Awareness are
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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 proper
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Camera - Rear Facing (Remove and Replace)
Remove
Remove the trunk trim. See Trim - Lid - Trunk (Remove and Replace).
Remove the trunk exterior release switch. See Switch - Exterior Release
- Trunk (Remove and Replace)
Install
Install the trunk exterior release switch. See Switch - Exterior
SPECIAL TOOLS
Kit, Svc Plug, Cooling Hose, Model 3 (1135762-00-A)
Wrench, Diverter Valve, Model 3 (1447556-00-A)
Remove
Remove the superbottle. See Superbottle (Dual Motor) (Remove and
Replace).
Remove the screws that attach the 5-way valve actuator to the 5-way
valve cover.
Remove