Tesla Model S: HV Junction Box - Cover - 2nd Generation (Remove and Replace) -
Installation
Installation
- Position the HVJB cover.
- Install the HVIL bolt loosely. Do not tighten it fully at this
time.
- North America, Japan
Note: In North American and Japanese
vehicles, the HVIL bolt is one-time use only. Install a
new bolt during reinstallation.
- Europe and APAC
Note: In European and APAC vehicles, the HVIL
bolt can be reused during reinstallation.
- Install the remaining fasteners that secure the HVJB cover in
the order shown.
- North America, Japan (torque 8 Nm)
Note: In North American and Japanese vehicles,
there are 5 additional fasteners.
- Europe and APAC (torque 8 Nm)
Note: In European and APAC vehicles, there are 6
additional fasteners.
- Fully torque the HVIL bolt:
- North America and Japan: 4 Nm
- Europe and APAC: 5 Nm
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Note: This procedure only applies to vehicles with the
1st generation High Voltage Junction Box.
Special tools required for this procedure:
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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
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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Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the front subframe (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the steering rack assembly to
the subframe (torque 17
It is important to understand your vehicle's original tire
sizes and pressures, and the GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating).
This information can be found on two labels attached to
Model S.
Tire and Loading Information Label
Vehicle Certification Label
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