Tesla Model 3: Heat Exchanger - Front Drive Unit (Remove and Replace)

Remove
- Remove the front subframe assembly. See
Subframe Assembly - Front (Dual Motor) (Remove and Install)

- Release the clip that connects the front drive unit inverter-heat
exchanger hose to the heat exchanger coolant inle

- Release the clips that attach the front drive unit inverter-heat
exchanger hose to the exterior of the front drive unit, and then move the
hose aside.

- Remove the bolts that attach the heat exchanger to the inverter.
Torque 5 Nm + 30 degrees
Note: Place a shop towel underneath the heat exchanger to catch any
escaping fluids.
- Remove the heat exchanger from the front drive unit assembly.
Caution: Do not pry against the front drive unit or heat exchanger with
tools. Gently wiggle the heat exchanger to free it from the front drive unit.

Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Caution: Perform a push-pull test to verify that
the hose is fully seated.
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Caution:
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Remove
Remove the driver seat. See
Seat - Driver (Remove and Replace).
Remove the driver seat outer side cover. See
Cover - Outer Side - Driver Seat (Remove and Install).
Disconnect the electrical harness from the driver seat tilt motor
connector.
Remove the bolts that attach t
Remove
Release the clips (x2) that attach the front overhead console to the
headliner, and then lower the console from the headliner.
Caution:
To avoid damaging the headliner, do not pry against the headliner.
Insert a 90 degree trim tool near the dome light and pull downwards to releas