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 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
shatter.
Note: Before disconnecting the 12V power supply,
ensure that the driver's door window
Removal
Remove the liftgate applique (refer to procedure).
Remove the tailgate lower finisher (refer to procedure).
Release the watershield for access to the fog/reverse lamp.
Note: A new watershield might be required if the
adhesive is unable to secure it in posit