Tesla Model 3: Cover - HV Probe - HV Battery (Remove and Replace)
Warning:
Only technicians who have been trained in High Voltage Awareness are
permitted to perform this procedure. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
and insulating HV gloves with a minimum rating of class 0 (1000V) must be worn
at all times a high voltage cable, busbar, or fitting is handled. Refer to Tech
Note TN-15-92-003, "High Voltage Awareness Care Points" for additional safety
information.
Remove
- Disconnect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).

- Remove and discard the 5-lobe bolts (x2) that attach the HV probe cover
to the penthouse cover, and then remove the HV probe cover from the
penthouse cover.

Install
- Use an IPA wipe to clean the HV probe cover gasket surface, and the
mating surface of the penthouse cover.
- Inspect the condition of the HV probe cover gasket, and if there is any
cracking, cuts, or damage, install a new gasket into the HV probe cover.

- Install the HV probe cover onto the penthouse cover, install new 5-lobe
bolts to attach the HV probe cover to the penthouse cover, and then mark the
bolts with a paint pen after they are torqued.
Torque 6 Nm
- Perform a penthouse air leak test. See
Penthouse Air Leak Test.
- Connect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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