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E-Fuse Module (2nd Generation) - Remove And Replace: Removal

This procedure is for vehicles built after April 24, 2019. For vehicles built through April 24, 2019, see E-FUSE MODULE (1ST GENERATION) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .

  1. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
  2. Remove the LH and RH underhood aprons. See Underhood Apron - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  3. Remove the HEPA filter inlet duct. See Duct - HEPA Filter - Inlet (Remove and Replace) .
  4. Remove the HEPA filter outlet duct. See Duct - HEPA Filter - Outlet (Remove and Replace) .
  5. Disconnect 12V power. See DISCONNECT 12V POWER .
  6. Remove the underhood fusebox. See FUSEBOX - UNDERHOOD - 2ND GENERATION (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  7. Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace) .
  8. Remove the wiper motor assembly. See Wiper Motor Assembly (Remove and Replace) .
  9. Remove the bolt that attaches the air suspension reservoir to the bracket.
    G15033090Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  10. Move the air suspension reservoir aside for access.
    NOTE: Maneuver the air compressor reservoir below the A/C line.
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  11. Remove the nut that attaches the E-fuse module to the battery coolant heater bracket.
    G15033092Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  12. Lift the E-fuse module upwards to release the tabs (x2) that attach it to the battery coolant heater bracket.
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  13. Remove the bolt that attaches the 12V cable cover to the E-fuse module, and then remove the cover.
    G15033095Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  14. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the 12V power supply cable to the E-fuse module.
    G15033096Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  15. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the DCDC positive cable to the E-fuse module.
    G15033097Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  16. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the cover to the E-fuse module.
    G15033098Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  17. Release the tab, and then remove the cover from the E-fuse module.
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  18. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the large cables to the bottom of the E-fuse module.

    Tip: Note the location of the cables to ease the installation process.

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  19. Remove the screw that attaches the smaller cable to the bottom of the E-fuse module.
    G15033102Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  20. Release the red locking tab, and then disconnect the logic electrical connector from the E-fuse module.
    G15033103Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  21. Use a small flat head screwdriver to gently pry on the end of the RH side cover to release the cover from the E-fuse module.
    G15033104Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  22. Notice the location of each cable connected to the side of the E-fuse module by wire color prior to removal of the cables, and then remove the screws (x6) that attach the cables to the module.
    G15033105Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  23. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the ground cable to the E-fuse module, and then remove the E-fuse module from the vehicle.
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