Tesla "Coolant Delete Repair Guide" Large Drive Unit (LDU), Cost, Online support, Find and book best affordable Workshop

1. Introduction

It is common issue that coolant sealant fails in some of models.

In this free guide, you will get all information about how to diagnose, how to repair, how to remove and replace, how much it could cost part and labor, how to get online support, Find and compare best affordable workshop in your region and book an online appointment for repair/service, Information about spare part number and name and buy new and used spare parts with best price etc.

1.1 How to Check

  • Easiest way to check with Speed Sensor (Rotor encoder sensor).
  • Visually inspect for signs of condensation, moisture and/or corrosion, coolant, oil leakage contamination.
  • After removing sensor, you could check inside speed sensor mounting whole sign for any leakage.

Tesla DU leakage Speed Sensor coolant

1.2 Why its important to fix if there is any leakage

  • to avoid more damage
  • to avoid expensive repair in the future

    1.3 What could happen if not fixed?

    • It could damage whole drive unit and need to repair/replace whole drive unit which could cost around 7,600 (Cost could vary depend on Model).
    • It could seize motor and stop working.
    • It could rust the rotor
    • It could destroy the electronics in the inverter.

    1.4 Which cars are affected?

    • Tesla Model S 2012-2014
    • Tesla Model S and X 2015-2020, Performance versions only, rear drive motor only
    • Tesla Cars with Large Drive Unit

    Mercedes B-Class ED/B250e 2014-2017

    Toyota RAV4 EV 2012-2014

    2. Cost

    2.1 Part Cost

    Kit will cost around 600 dollars.

    If you would like to buy Coolant Delete Kit. Please have a look in our catalog or Contact Us Phone/Whats App +49(0)15226242038

    2.2 Labor Cost

    It could vary depend on type of workshop,, city/region/country etc. Some of common repair/services prices you could find here

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    3. Book an Appointment

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    4. How to Remove & Replace

    Guide to remove & replace. Link

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    FAQ

    Can I do at Local Workshop, Independent Tesla Workshop?

    Yes, you can. However, please make sure that workshop knows how to work to Tesla Cars. If local workshop need any support. Please feel to contact us. We will be happy to provide online shop. You can also find workshop in our Workshop Locator.

    Can I do it/repair yourself/myself (DIY)?

    Some of repair could be done at DIY. In case, if you needed Tools, Know-How, Time etc. Please feel to contact us. We will be happy to provide you online support. 

    Note: Please do not work with high voltage components. If you do not need needed/proper Tools, Know-How etc. It could be dangerous.

    Mobile repair service?

    In some of cases, we could also provide mobile services. Please feel to contact us where are you located and what kind of repair are you looking for.

    Car not under warranty, salvage, accident, flood, modified cars?

    We highly recommend to perform this process with independent workshop, which could save huge amount of money.

    Car under warranty?

    In case if your car is under warranty. It is recommended to perform certain repair works (HV Components, ADAS etc) with OEM during warranty period. Wear and Tear Part Repair could be done with independent workshop to save money. Please read more details in another guide. Link

    Performing Tesla Coolant Delete process from Independent workshop could affect warranty. Learn more about warranty. If you are not sure about warranty Policy. Link

     

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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.