Tesla Model 3: Skid Plate - HV Battery - Rear (Remove and Replace)

DRAFT
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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
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Parent topic:
1610 - HV Battery Enclosure
Remove
- Remove the mid aero shield. See
Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace).

- Release the clips that attach the hoses to the rear HV battery skid
plate

- Remove the lower bolts that attach the skid plate to the HV battery.
Torque 13 Nm

- Remove the upper nuts that attach the skid plate to the HV battery.
Torque 13 Nm

- Remove the upper bolts that attach the skid plate to the HV battery, and
then remove the skid plate from the HV battery.
Torque 30 Nm

Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Vent Assembly - HV Battery - LH- Remove
Remove
Use Toolbox to put the vehicle into Factory Mode.
Invoke diagnostics on the touchscreen.
Inspect the Notifications for either a BMS_a123 or a BMS_W12
Remove
Use Toolbox to put the vehicle into Factory Mode.
Invoke diagnostics on the touchscreen.
Inspect the Notifications for either a BMS_a123 or a BMS_W123 alert.
If:
Either alert is present
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Drive Unit - Front
- Remove
SPECIAL TOOLS
Tool, Axle Extraction, Model 3 (1133386-00-A)
Lifting Sling, Drive Unit, Model 3 (NA, APAC)
Remove
Open all four doors and move the front LH and RH seats fully forward.
Fold down the RH 2nd row seatback assembly.
Remove the bolt that attaches the 2nd row armrest to the LH 2nd row seat
back assembly.
Torque 15 Nm
Pull the RH side of the 2nd row center armrest towards