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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To open the front trunk, ensure Model S is in Park, and
then do one of the following before pulling the hood
open:
Touch Controls > Frunk on the touchscreen.
Double-click the front trunk button on the key fob.
Touch the front trunk button in the mobile app.
The instrument panel displays w
Removal
Ensure that the wipers are in the off position by rotating the
end of the left-hand steering column lever towards the rear of the
vehicle.
Open the hood to the service position.
Remove both wiper arms (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the LH