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Tesla Model 3: Cooling System (Partial Refill and Bleed)

Tesla Model 3 2017-2025 Service Manual / Thermal Management / Cooling System / Cooling System (Partial Refill and Bleed)

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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

Procedure

  1. Use Toolbox to set the cooling system to fill mode.
  2. Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the coolant reservoir cap from the superbottle.
  4. Fill coolant to the proper level.
  5. Use Toolbox to run the coolant purge routine.
  6. Use Toolbox to run the thermal system test.
  7. Install the coolant reservoir cap onto the superbottle.
  8. Install the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).

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