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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Remove
Remove the superbottle. See
Superbottle (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace).
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Caution:
Perform a push-pull test to verify that the ho
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FCC and IC Certification
The devices listed above comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry
Canada's licenseexempt
RSS Standard(s) and EU Directive 2014/53/EU.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference; and
This
General
Always replace locking devices with ones of the same design.
Caution: Do not use impact tools on fasteners that are threaded into
aluminum components.
Locking Tabs and Washers
Always inspect locking tabs and washers. Do not reuse, if damaged.
Pipe and Hose Unions
To prevent rotational damag