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Tesla Model S: 12V Battery Bracket Beam (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Electrical / 12V Battery Bracket Beam (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove the 12V battery (refer to procedure).
  2. Release the 2 bolts that secure the 12V battery bracket to the front crossmember (torque 15 Nm).

    12V Battery Bracket Beam (Remove and Replace)

  3. Remove the 12V battery tray.

    12V Battery Bracket Beam (Remove and Replace)

  4. Release the 2 clips that secure the battery sensor harness to the bracket.

    12V Battery Bracket Beam (Remove and Replace)

  5. Release the barrel clip that secures the coolant hose to the rear of the bracket.
  6. Release the bolt that secures the coolant hose retaining ring to the battery support brace (torque 5 Nm). Gently pull the hose away from the brace.

    12V Battery Bracket Beam (Remove and Replace)

  7. On each side of the vehicle, release the bolt that secures the battery support brace to the front frame rail (torque 3.5 Nm). Remove the battery support brace and bracket assembly.

    12V Battery Bracket Beam (Remove and Replace)

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.

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