Schedule service to replace low voltage battery Software will not update until battery is replaced

Tesla "Schedule service to replace low voltage battery" Guide to Fix it - Software will not update until battery is replaced, Cost, Online support (VCFRONT_a182)

1. Introduction

1.1 What this alerts means?

Car Low Voltage Battery is showing degraded performance.

Schedule service to replace low voltage battery Software will not update until battery is replaced

1.2 What will happen?

  • Software updates will not complete until low voltage battery will not be replaced.
  • If you need to install latest update and if you try to install. You will not able to install until you do not fix this issue. 
Software will not install

2. How to Diagnose

This alert could come because of one or more system/feature is disabled/faulty. It need to check additional alerts to find out the cause of this alert.

It could be possible to find out the exact cause via Remote Diagnosis, Service Mode.

2.1 How to check additional alert

It could be possible to find out exact cause via Remote Diagnosis, Service Mode.

2.2 Remote Diagnosis

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2.3 Service Mode

It could be possible to do self diagnose via Service Mode.

How to read service alerts in Service Mode

  • On the touchscreen, click Controls > Software
  • Touch and hold the large word "MODEL" for 2 seconds and then release.
  • Enter "service" as access code.
  • After clicking on Service Alerts. You can read service alerts. If there is anything wrong with car. It will show in active alerts.

Service Mode > Low Voltage > Power Distribution

You could be able to see problem with low voltage battery.

Please read more details in another guide (How to do diagnosis) Link

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Depend on alert/fault code, car might need to be repaired/serviced.

3. How to Fix it

replace Low Voltage Battery at your earliest convenience. 

3.1 Which Battery need need my Car?

Tesla cars are equipped with following 2 types of batteries:

  1. 12V (Lead Acid)
  2. 16V (Lithium-Ion)

3.2 How to Check which type of battery is equipped in your car?

Software > Vehicle Additional Information > Low Voltage Battery Type

Its important to replace battery with same type of battery. In case, if you need support. Please Contact Us Phone/Whats App +49(0)15226242038

4. How to Replace Low Voltage Battery

Check out another article for more details. Link

5. Appointment to Replace Tesla Low Voltage Battery

Book an Appointment

6. Cost

6.1 Battery Price

It should cost 200-300 dollars

Part Name ASSEMBLY - 12V BATTERY AND VENT PLUG

Part Number 1129182-00-B

Please make sure that its correct part for your car. If need support. Please Contact Us.

6.2 Labor Cost

It should cost around 100 dollars.

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Repair Battery

In some cases, its possible to repair battery. Please contact us for more details.

Online Support

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Alert Code

Possible alert code

  • VCFRONT_a182
  • VCFRONT_a182_replace12VBattery
Tesla "Schedule service to replace low voltage battery" Guide to Fix it VCFRONT_a182_replace12VBattery

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FAQ

1. Can I do low voltage battery replacement as DIY?

Yes, it should be not hard job. If you need online support. Please contact us.

2. Fault is still present after battery replacement?

There could be many reasons. Some of reasons could be following:

  • Did you check voltage on the new battery before installment?
  • Did you charge the new battery to 100% before installment?
  • Was new battery correct type of battery?
  • Did you reset Battery in Service Mode?
    • If not, please go to Service Mode > Low Voltage > Power Distribution > Change Battery Type
  • Did you Power Off the car?
  • Did you disconnect fireman's loop disconnected during the install?
  • You could try to change wheel configuration which will allow restart system, which might resolve the issue.

Please contact us if you need support to fix fault.

 

 

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