Tesla Model S: North America and Japan only: Inspect the shield collar clamp
- Insert the HVIL bolt into the shield collar clamp by 2 threads.
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Install HVIL bolt 2
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- With the HVIL bolt loosely installed, move the bolt from side to
side. Note whether there is any free play that might indicate
stripped threads in the shield collar clamp.
- If there is minimal free play, the shield collar clamp does
not need to be replaced. Skip to the Installation section of
this procedure.
- If there is significant free play, the shield collar clamp
needs to be replaced. Continue to the next step.
- Inside the HVJB, mark the 2 wires that lead to the charge port
as B+ and B-.
Caution: Do not reverse the polarity of the cables
during reinstallation.
- Inside the HVJB, unbolt the 2 cables that lead to the charge
port (torque 9 Nm).
Note: It is not necessary to replace the
fastener(s) after it is removed. The threaded area has a
reusable dry sealant, which looks similar to adhesive patch
material.
- Cut the cable ties that secure shield collar clamp
- Replace the shield collar clamp.
- Inside the HVJB, secure the HV cables that lead to the charge
port.
- Replace the cable ties that secure the HV cables.
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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 a
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
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Removal
Open door.
Remove countersunk screws (x2) securing striker plate to rear
door (torque 22 Nm).
Note: Note installed position of components before
removal.
Remove door striker.
Removal
Remove the driver's seat (refer to procedure).
Place the seat on a clean work surface.
Remove the screw that secures the inner side cover to the seat
(torque 1 Nm).
Carefully release the inner side cover