Tesla Model S: HV Junction Box - Cover - 1st Generation (Remove and Replace)
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer to Tech Note TN-15-92-003, "High
Voltage Awareness Care Points" for additional safety information.
Removal
- Disconnect 12V and HV power:
- Rear wheel drive (RWD): Refer to procedure.
- Dual Motor: Refer to procedure.
- Remove the 2nd row cushion frame (refer to procedure).
Warning: Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and
insulating HV gloves with a minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must
be worn while performing the remainder of this procedure.
Warning: Ensure that the multimeter and leads are capable
of handling at least 500V.
- Remove the bolts (x6) that secure the HV junction box cover
(torque 5 Nm). Remove the cover.
- Use a multimeter to check voltages across the HV cables and to
ground:
- B+ to ground
- B- to ground
- B+ to B-
Warning: If any voltage reading is more than 10V, the high
voltage contactors are not fully opened. Due to the risk of
electrocution, contact Service Engineering before performing
any further work.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
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When you shift to Reverse, the Park Assist view displays
on the left side of the instrument panel, showing objects
that are in close proximity to the front and rear of
Model S. This view closes when you shift into Drive
unless an object is detected close to the front of
Model S, in which case t
Removal
Remove the plastic rivets (x2) that secure the trailing edge of
the front wheel arch liner to the rocker panel finisher.
Remove the plastic rivets (x4) that secure the leading edge of
the rear wheel arch lin