Tesla Model S: 12V Positive Jump Post (Remove and Replace)
Warning: Before disconnecting the 12 volt power supply,
ensure that driver's door window is fully open. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in vehicle lockout.
Warning: If the 12 volt power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shatter.
Removal
- If the vehicle has a 1st generation front fascia applique
(nosecone), remove the front underhood apron (refer to procedure).
If the vehicle has a 2nd generation front fascia applique
(nosecone), remove the applique (refer to procedure).
- Disconnect 12V power.
- Rear wheel drive (RWD): Refer to
procedure.
- Dual Motor: Refer to procedure.
- Check for voltage at the jump post. Ensure the voltage is 0V.
- Release the nut that secures the electrical harness to the jump
post (torque 6 Nm).
- Release the nuts (x2) that secure the jump post to the bumper
(torque 3 Nm).
- Remove the jump post from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shat
Removal
Remove the 12V battery (refer to procedure).
Release the 2 bolts that secure the 12V battery bracket to the
front crossmember (torque 15 Nm).
Removal
Remove the driver's and front passenger's seats (refer to
procedure).
Remove the center console assembly (refer to procedure).
Remove the IP carrier (refer to procedure).
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Removal
Remove touch screen surround trim (refer to procedure)
Release hazard warning switch from substrate and disconnect
harness connector from switch.
Remove switch.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Setup
Turn on the Tesla SmarTool and select menu item
3 - Wakeup ID.
Starting with the front left wheel, hold the
tool against the tire sidewall, near the valve stem, and press
Enter.
Note: The tool will
ping the sensor and read its uniqu