Tesla "BMS alerts" Guide to clear (Remote diagnosis and support to clear)

1. Introduction

This is a generic alert, and there may be various reasons for its occurrence.

In this guide, you will get following information: 

  • How to diagnose the exact cause of the alert
  • Possible causes for the alert
  • How to fix and clear 
  • Estimated cost to resolve the alert
  • How to get quick, easy and affordable remote support (Whats App +49(0)15226242038

Remote Support

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Book an appointment to resolve alert

You will also be able to find and compare the most affordable workshop in your region and book an online appointment to resolve the alert. 

Spare Parts

Additionally, this guide provide information about spare part number and names. You can also buy new, used, remanufactured spare parts at best prices.

1.1 What is BMS (Battery Management System)?

"Battery Management System is a printed Circuit board assembly, which communicates with the BMSs (each module) and the powertrain/vehicle. Please check more details about BMS in another guide. Link

2. How to Diagnose

This alert may occur because one or more system or features are disabled or faulty. The exact cause of the alert can be diagnosed with the help additional alerts. 

2.1 How to check additional alert

Additional alerts can be checked via Remote Diagnosis or Service Mode

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2.2 Remote Diagnosis

Remote diagnosis will provide the exact cause of the alert. We offer Remote Diagnosis. To learn more about Remote Diagnosis 

  • How it work 
  • Cost 

Please refer our another guide

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2.3 Service Mode

In some cases, it can be be possible to find out the exact cause of the alert in Service Mode with the help of following details:

  • Service Alerts in Service Mode
  • Self-Diagnose in Service Mode

How to check service alerts in Service Mode

  • On the touchscreen, click Controls (vehicle icon) > Software
  • Touch and hold the large word "MODEL" for 4 seconds and then release.
  • Enter "service" as access code (password).
  • Clicking Service Alerts to view active and recent alerts. If there is any issue, it will appear in Service Alerts.

For more information, please refer another guide (How to do enable Service Mode) Link

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Send us Service Alerts Photos to clear alerts 

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3. How to Fix it

Some alerts may be resolved by restarting the system, updating the software, reinstalling the software, repairing the hardware, or performing a reset.

3.1 Restart System

Some alerts may be resolved by restarting the touchscreen or powering of the car.

Restart the Touchscreen

First, you can try a soft reset (touchscreen reset).

How to perform a Soft Reset (Restart the Touchscreen)
  • Shift the car into park.
  • Press and hold both scroll buttons on the steering wheel until the touchscreen turns black.
  • Wait approximately 30 seconds for the touchscreen to restart.

 For more details, please refer another guide on how to perform these steps Link

Powering Off the Car

If a soft reset (touchscreen restart) has not resolved the alert or issue, you can try a hard reset (powering off the car).  

How to Perform a Hard Reset
  • Shift the car into park
  • On the touchscreen, go to Controls > Safety > Power Off
  • Wait at least for two minutes without interacting with the car. Do not open the doors, press the brake pedal, or touch the touchscreen etc.
  • After two minutes, press the brake pedal or open the door to wake the car (Source Tesla)

3.2 Software fix

Some alert may be related to software bugs or glitches.

Software Bug and Glitches

One possible reason could be software bug or glitches. 

  • Did you receive this alert after updating recent software version? 
    • If yes, it could be related to a software bug and may be resolved in a future software update.
    • Please send us screenshot of the Service Alert, and we will inform you if it could be related to software bug. Link

Firmware not Updated

One of the main reasons could be that firmware is not updated. 

  • Have you checked for the latest software update and installed the most recent version?
    • If not, it is recommended to install latest software version.
    • Please ensure that your car is running the latest software version.
How to install latest software version

Controls > Software > Update Available

For more details, please refer to another guide how to install the latest software version. Link

3.3 Hardware Issue

There may be hardware issue or faulty component. Some of common hardware issues include:

Recent Repair

Some alerts may appear if repair was not done properly or if system was not reset.

Did this alert appear after recent repair or service?

  • If yes, please let us know which repair or service was performed.

Did you use aftermarket, used spare part?

Other Hardware issues

Please send us a screenshot or video of your car service alerts, along with your car model and year. 

Describe issue as much as you can etc. We will be happy to provide you remote diagnosis and support to clear alerts.

Due to trade secrets, we can not share certain details here. 

Feel free to Contact us or Whats App +49 (0) 15226242038. We will be happy to help you to clear the alerts.

4. BMS alert codes

Depend on Alert/Warning/Fault Code, car need to be repaired/serviced. Please contact us if you need any support.

We have made list with some of most common BMS alert code. If you do not see BMS alert code, which you got in your car, please contact us, we will be happy to provide you more information and help you to clear alerts.

4.1 Isolation Alerts (BMS_a035, BMS_w123, BMS_w142 BMS_f151)

There may be low internal or external isolation.

4.1.1 External Isolation (BMS_a035, BMS_w142 BMS_f151)

Please check out more details about External Isolation in another guide (How to fix, Cost, best workshop to fix it, online support etc). Link

Possible alert codes: 

  • BMS_a035_SW_Isolation 
  • BMS_a151_SW_external_isolation

4.1.2 Internal Isolation (BMS_w123)

In case if you have internal isolation (possible alert code BMS_a123). Please read more details in another guide. Link

Possible code: BMS_a123

4.2 Acceleration and top speed reduced 

Possible Code: BMS_a170, BMS_u008,

Please check out more details in another guide (How to fix, Cost, best workshop to fix it, online support etc). Link

4.3 Maximum battery charge level reduced

Possible code: BMS_u018

Please check out more details in another guide (How to fix, Cost, best workshop to fix it, online support etc). Link

4.4 Maximum Charge Level and Range Reduced 

Please check out more details in another guide (How to fix, Cost, best workshop to fix it, online support etc). Link

4.5 Power Limited - OK to drive

Please check out more details in another guide (How to fix, Cost, best workshop to fix it, online support etc). Link

4.6 Power Reduced

Please check in another guide for more details. Link

4.7 Unable to Drive

Please check in another guide for more details. Link

4.8 Unable to Charge

Please check in another guide for more details. Link

4.9 Vehicle may not restart

Please read more details in another guide. Link

4.10 VHS (Voltage Harness Sense)

BMS_w107, BMS_w177, BMS_a129

Please check out more details in another guide. Link

Mobile Application to Clear Alerts

Our mobile application allows to clear some of alerts codes. 

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Mobile Application to read High Voltage Battery Health

Our mobile application read and shows different kind of high voltage battery readings (brick/cell voltage, Vmax, Vmin, Vdiff etc.)

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Cost

Cost could vary depend on issue, type of workshop, location. If you are looking for online support or affordable independent workshop, who is expert fixing BMS Alerts. Please free to contact us or have a look in Price List

Online Support

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Where can I fix?

It could be possible to only fix at particular workshop who has knowledge/expertise about Tesla/Electric Cars. There are some independent workshop who are good and offer repair services with affordable prices. If you are looking. Please free to contact us. 

If its possible, we could also offer online support.

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BMS Alert/Fault/Warning Code

a stands for Alert, f stands for Fault and w Stands for Warning

In case if you have any alert from below list. Please click on alert code and will open new page with repair guide for specific alert code.

BMS_u008

BMS_f017

BMS_u018

BMS_a027

BMS_u029

BMS_u031

BMS_u032

BMS_w035

BMS_f036

BMS_f071

BMS_a079

BMS_w107

BMS_w142

BMS_a151

BMS_a170

BMS_w172

BMS_w176

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FAQ

1. Can I reset Alert?

It is recommended to fix alert with ASAP.

2. Is it possible to repair BMS?

Yes, its possible

3. Who can repair BMS?

Please contact us. We will let you know.

 

 

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Disclaimer: Tesla, Inc. was not involved in the creation of this document. Tesla did not provide us any info. Tesla did not edit, review or authorize us. We gather this information from Tesla official website and other resources.

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