Tesla Model S: High Voltage Battery Information
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Owner's Manual / Charging / High Voltage Battery Information
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About the High Voltage Battery
Model S has one of the most sophisticated battery
systems in the world. The most important way to
preserve the high voltage Battery is to LEAVE YOUR
VEHICLE PLUGGED IN when you are not using it. Th
Battery Care
Never allow the Battery to fully discharge. Even when
Model S is not being driven, its Battery discharges very
slowly to power the onboard electronics. The Battery
can discharge at a rate of approx
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HV Rapid Mate Vehicle Side (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the HV battery assembly(refer to procedure).
Lower the vehicle, but keep it in position to raise it in a
later step.
Remove the 2nd row seat cushion frame (refer to procedure) .
Remove the high voltage junction box (HVJB) cover:
1st Gen
Shaft - Steering Column - Intermediate Lower (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the underhood storage unit for access (refer to
procedure).
Mark the lower intermediate shaft position relative to the upper
intermediate shaft and pinion.
Remove the bolt that secures the lower intermediate shaft to the
steering rack (torque 49 Nm).
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