Tesla Model 3: Radiator (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Remove the cooling fan module. See Module - Cooling Fan (Remove and
Install).
- Release the clips that attach the active grille shutter to the cooling
fan module, and then remove the active grille shutter from the module.
- Remove the screws that attach the radiator to the condenser fan module.
Torque 10 Nm
- Release the clip that attaches the radiator to the condenser fan module,
and then remove the radiator from the condenser fan module.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
Perform a cooling system vacuum refill. See Cooling System (Vacuum Refill).
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Kit, Svc Plug, Cooling Hose, Model 3 (1135762-00-A)
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd
Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the rear underhoo
Install
Connect the front drive unit heat exchanger-superbottle hose to the
superbottle, and then install the clip.
Install the clip that attaches the front drive unit heat exchanger-superb
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Note:
This procedure was formulated using a release candidate or production
model. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or
near high-voltage systems and components.
SPECIAL TOOLS
Tool, Inductive Heating (1032900-00-A)
Remove
Remove the 2nd row seat cushion. See Sea
Remove
Disconnect 12V power. See
12V Power (Disconnect and Connect).
Remove and discard the nut that attaches the DCDC ground busbar to the
HV battery at the DCDC passthrough.
Remove the bolt that attaches the DCDC ground busbar to the body, and
then remove the DCDC ground busbar