Tesla PTC Heater Repair

Tesla "PTC Heater Repair Guide" Cost, Online Support, Buy Part, How to Replace

1. Introduction

1.1. What is PTC Heater

It is high voltage component. 

1.2 What does it do?

It warms the car during the winter. It blows hot air and heat the car cabin.

1.3 Which model are equipped with PTC Heater?

Mostly used in older models. It is possible to check via touchscreen whether your car is equipped with PTC Heater or Heat Pump. Newer models are equipped with Heat Pump System.

1.4 Where is it located inside the car?

It located front side of the car. Please have a look in image.

Tesla PTC Heater Repair

It connect to front junction box.

1.5 What could happen if it is not working/faulty/damaged?

2. How to diagnose if there is any issue with PTC Heater

Its possible to diagnose in Service Mode or via Remote Diagnosis.

In case, if there is any issue with PTC Heater. System will show in Service Mode.

Service Mode > High Voltage > HV Systems

Tesla PTC Heater not working diagnosis

2. Cost

It will cost around 1200 dollars. It could vary depend on model, location, type of workshop etc.

2.1 New PTC Heater Price

PTC Heater will cost around 750-850 dollars.

Currently, there are 3 generation PTC Heater. Please make sure you buy correct PTC Heater for your car. In case, if need support. Please contact us.

Part Number

Model Year Part Number Part Name
S Feb 2012 - Mar 2016 1041265-00-F GEN3 PTC LEFT HAND DRIVE SERVICE, MS LEGACY
S April 2016 - Jan 2021 1060432-00-E LEFT HAND DRIVE GEN3 PTC HTR, EMC FIX
3 June 2017 - Aug 2023 1088218-00-I PTC HEATER DUAL ZONE Link

Part price could vary depend on model.

Tesla PTC Heater Price

2.2 Labor Cost

It will take around 2,4 hrs to remove & replace. It will cost around 450 - 500 dollars.

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3. PTC Heater Repair

It is possible to repair PTC Heater. You can save some money. Please contact us.

4. Buy New or Used PTC Heater

If you are looking for new or used PTC Heater with good condition. Please contact us or have a look in our catalog.

Online Support

In case if you need any support. Please contact us.

5. How to Remove & Replace

Guide to remove & replace. Link

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DIY

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Alert Code

Possible alert code
THC_d0015_cabinPTCHeater
Cabin climate control requires service schedule service
Tesla PTC Heater THC_d0015_cabinPTCHeater
THC_w0112_PTCTempRange
THC_w0220_PTC_PtcFault
Tesla PTC Heater THC_w0220_PTC_PtcFault
VCRIGHT_a262_PTCFaulted
PTC heater is faulted due to the reason set in the alert context data
VCRIGHT_a538_hvacSystemNotNominal
The right vehicle controller (VCRIGHT) detects the HVAC system in not nominal due to a condition, which may cause Climate Keeper Mode functionality to be limited or unavailable

FAQ

1. Why PTC heater could not work?
There are could be many reasons. Some of reasons could be followings:
  • There could be corrosion. Corrosion will cost short that could turn on all heating units and could draw to much power and that could break. 
  • Fuse in DC-DC Converter blown up.
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Note: It is your responsibility to double check and confirm that the procedures/info mentioned in this blog are applicable to your specific car before performing them. Please contact us or our workshop partner to make sure/confirm. We will be happy to help you.