“Please, sir, I want some more.” Of this type of detailed step-by-step repairs and modifications, would be greatly appreciated. Keep up the good work and have a Dickens of a happy holiday.
Fantastic video, just the right amount of detail, but also skipping things that are pretty obvious like. "Reinstall the panel" absolutely perfect. looking forward to seeing more repair videos.
Sir, You are very smart for starting this kind of business. I would encourage you to start franchises all over the country, at least in major large cities.
Kyle: We want more of these. Alex is so knowledgeable and is great at explaining just the right amount of information. I see this collaboration being symbiotic. A challenge: Have OOS Dave be Alex’s apprentice for a day.
This has to be one of the most informative videos I've seen to date. I have a model 3 and feel I could do this replacement just by watching your video. I would love to see more of your Tesla repairs in the future and have subscribed to your channel. Thanks again for this video.
Great video. We had a similar AC charging issue with our '17 MX75D. I just drove 4+hr last week to get our onboard charger replaced by a 3rd party shop in Dayton, OH (Great Lakes EV). As much as I like doing things DIY on our Tesla, I didn't feel comfortable with some of steps (playing around with HV etc) as I couldnt find any videos of it being done on a Model X. Your video and step by step would have given me confidence to do this on my own.
I literally just picked up my X a week ago from the SC for this exact repair. Out of warranty. Needless to say, this was NOT CHEAP to fix, but now watching the process it looks totally doable in the driveway on a decently warm day should it happen again. Thanks so much for posting this content. Out of curiosity, around what should someone (currently) expect to be billed for something like this from an independent EV repair shop such as your own anyway?
Great video. Would love some better camera angles showing the work being done. Perhaps some different mounting ideas for the camera to use on different parts of the vehicle. Thanks for the content.
Nice, would be so cool if someone would be able get the ‘dual charger’ from the old Model S in Europe to work on the modern builds. Like a retrofit orsomething. Would be so chill to top up with 22 kW on the road when at diners or other local places with AC.
so my 2018 model 3 ac to dc on brd charger died a couple of months ago it cost 2600.00 cdn. to replace by Tesla just curious what price you see for good used parts and where you find them if I need to replace something else the car has 350000 km so not surprised thanks for the great video much appreciated.
Used PCS units can be sourced for ~$600 USD, and I would typically source them from an auto dismantler. It takes about 2.6 hours of labor to swap out, so total cost installed would probably be somewhere around roughly $1,100 USD.
When you reprogram the module there is a function. CCS retrofit, what is that function for? Can you convert US teslas to run CCS 3 phase like in europe?
Love this type of content. Demystifying EV Repair. Would love to know what 10 cent item was faulty in the old unit. We need to be able to diagnose and repair vs accepting $1000 module replacements. There’s a lot of E waste that has to be recycled properly. Btw, How much was the replacement charger? what was the actual repair time?
All onboard chargers will eventually die beyond 6 years or 100k miles. Not due to some 10 cents part, but because they're electronic and wear out. So much for zero maintenance driving for life.
@@Timmymao163Rubbish comment. Electronics are solid state and can last a very long time if designed properly. I worked at an Observatory from 1972 operating 24/7 and a lot of the original electronics are still functioning and get rather replaced to improve functionality and not because of failing. My 10 yo Tesla has done over 400.000km and almost all components are still original.
@@Timmymao163 electronics don't "wear out" if they are designed properly. There had to have been a design flaw that caused something to burn out inside. Probably not a 10c part but maybe a $1-10 part.
@@jaro6985 Sad fact, a failed $1.50 Thermistor will render Chevy Volt HV pack useless. Requiring a pack replacement which is not economically feasible for a 10-14 year old EV. Very few businesses are set up to repair the older HV packs. the biggest issue is supply and logistics. I costs serious $$$$ just to move HV packs around the country.
L3 essentially connects directly to the pack and takes little space. Most of the space in here is for the AC to DC conversion, fuses, protection, and battery regulation, at 48A.
I like the video and appreciate what you are doing, but you should be grounded with a strap and using insulated sockets. One wrong static charge could ruin the new equipment.
Was going to comment the same thing. Pushing over 300A thru those connections when using a Supercharger. You really want to make sure they are torqued down correctly.
What are your thoughts of the necessity of replacing the AC dessicant bag on Teslas? Model 3/Y owner manual has replaced every 4-6 years and Model S/X says every 2 years. Most of the internet say it isn't necessary at all unless they is a leak in the AC system.
Not possible to add a 2nd charger on Model S with the Gen 3 charger (2016 Refresh onwards). Depending on what market you're in, there are different options for the OBC though. Here in North America, there are 48A and 72A chargers (11.5kW and 17.2kW respectively). For Europe, the only option was a 24A 3 phase OBC (16.5kW).
Here in North America, it's an 11.5kW unit (48A on 240v single phase). There was also an optional 17.2kW (72A) version as well. In Europe, all of the "legacy" Model X came with a 16.5kW (24A on 400v 3 phase) OBC. Internally, they use the same hardware, which is essentially 2 or 3 24A blocks, which are run either in series or parallel for single or 3 phase depending on the market.
I haven't worked on any yet (as they're mostly still under warranty), but maybe at some point in the future! Getting diagnostic software and parts may be tricky though...
It’s odd that your customer just didn’t go to Tesla to have that fixed! My neighbor had a similar issue out of #Warranty 2019 model X and they changed the same device for free. Tesla is pretty good at doing free work when they think it’s warranted in other words if you have a vehiclethat is a year out of warranty and something major goes wrong with it. They will fix it for free because they feel the item should’ve lasted longer.
This customer actually brought the vehicle to Tesla first, but the folks at the service center wouldn't contact their 3rd party warranty company to file the repair claim, so they brought it to me instead.
Expecting the dealership to replace out of warranty parts for free is a crapshoot, especially if they're overloaded with paying customers. But feel free to roll the dice 🎲.
The bZ4X comes with a dual-voltage portable charging cable and supports Level 3 DC rapid charging, making recharging as simple as plugging in your phone.
“Please, sir, I want some more.” Of this type of detailed step-by-step repairs and modifications, would be greatly appreciated. Keep up the good work and have a Dickens of a happy holiday.
Love seeing this chill dude doing some awesome EV fixing. Keep it up mate
Fantastic video, just the right amount of detail, but also skipping things that are pretty obvious like. "Reinstall the panel" absolutely perfect. looking forward to seeing more repair videos.
Sir, You are very smart for starting this kind of business. I would encourage you to start franchises all over the country, at least in major large cities.
Kyle: We want more of these. Alex is so knowledgeable and is great at explaining just the right amount of information. I see this collaboration being symbiotic.
A challenge: Have OOS Dave be Alex’s apprentice for a day.
Alex is the best. Just did my coolant delete on my LDU perfectly. Highly recommended even if you have to drive a distance.
What a great skill to have. This will serve you well into the future. Please help mentor our youth in this trade❤❤❤❤
This has to be one of the most informative videos I've seen to date. I have a model 3 and feel I could do this replacement just by watching your video. I would love to see more of your Tesla repairs in the future and have subscribed to your channel. Thanks again for this video.
Just before it started I wondered if it might be you. Congrats on joining out of spec, I hope it brings the audience you deserve! Happy Holidays!
Yess more of these type videos, no fluff and great step by step details👍🏻
Great video, very informative. Look forward to seeing many more. We need many more shops like this all over the country.
Great video. We had a similar AC charging issue with our '17 MX75D. I just drove 4+hr last week to get our onboard charger replaced by a 3rd party shop in Dayton, OH (Great Lakes EV). As much as I like doing things DIY on our Tesla, I didn't feel comfortable with some of steps (playing around with HV etc) as I couldnt find any videos of it being done on a Model X. Your video and step by step would have given me confidence to do this on my own.
Alex is the best and I would love more videos of these repairs to learn more.
This content is right up my alley
Terrific video. Great to see this how to for Tesla.
A pleasure to watch and listen to.
I literally just picked up my X a week ago from the SC for this exact repair. Out of warranty. Needless to say, this was NOT CHEAP to fix, but now watching the process it looks totally doable in the driveway on a decently warm day should it happen again. Thanks so much for posting this content. Out of curiosity, around what should someone (currently) expect to be billed for something like this from an independent EV repair shop such as your own anyway?
Great video. Would love some better camera angles showing the work being done. Perhaps some different mounting ideas for the camera to use on different parts of the vehicle. Thanks for the content.
Amazing, thanks for the tutorial!
That was awesome thanks alex!
Awesome video, Alex!
Nice, would be so cool if someone would be able get the ‘dual charger’ from the old Model S in Europe to work on the modern builds. Like a retrofit orsomething. Would be so chill to top up with 22 kW on the road when at diners or other local places with AC.
I forgot that TESLA used to offer dual chargers! ❤
This was cool, I would have liked to see topping up the coolant, but great to see EV DIY.
Great video, very descriptive and not too long.
so my 2018 model 3 ac to dc on brd charger died a couple of months ago it cost 2600.00 cdn. to replace by Tesla just curious what price you see for good used parts and where you find them if I need to replace something else the car has 350000 km so not surprised thanks for the great video much appreciated.
Used PCS units can be sourced for ~$600 USD, and I would typically source them from an auto dismantler. It takes about 2.6 hours of labor to swap out, so total cost installed would probably be somewhere around roughly $1,100 USD.
Can you talk about your experiences with working with 3rd party warranty companies and which are easiest to complete a claims process?
Well done. That was enjoyable content.
always good when costly defects are discovered under warranty
Well done, and useful! This is the face of the Future; no matter how the Oil Companies, et al YELP!
Love this content!!
What is the price of a new charger from Tesla ?
How much was the repair? What's a new charger cost? Did you top off the coolant? Could you have put a 72 amp charger in to replace the 48 amp?
What about the third party warranty company? Did they cover the repair cost and part?
crafty about making people break the warranty seal
When you reprogram the module there is a function. CCS retrofit, what is that function for? Can you convert US teslas to run CCS 3 phase like in europe?
Love this type of content. Demystifying EV Repair. Would love to know what 10 cent item was faulty in the old unit. We need to be able to diagnose and repair vs accepting $1000 module replacements. There’s a lot of E waste that has to be recycled properly.
Btw, How much was the replacement charger? what was the actual repair time?
All onboard chargers will eventually die beyond 6 years or 100k miles. Not due to some 10 cents part, but because they're electronic and wear out. So much for zero maintenance driving for life.
@@Timmymao163Rubbish comment. Electronics are solid state and can last a very long time if designed properly. I worked at an Observatory from 1972 operating 24/7 and a lot of the original electronics are still functioning and get rather replaced to improve functionality and not because of failing. My 10 yo Tesla has done over 400.000km and almost all components are still original.
@@Timmymao163 electronics don't "wear out" if they are designed properly. There had to have been a design flaw that caused something to burn out inside. Probably not a 10c part but maybe a $1-10 part.
@@jaro6985 Sad fact, a failed $1.50 Thermistor will render Chevy Volt HV pack useless. Requiring a pack replacement which is not economically feasible for a 10-14 year old EV.
Very few businesses are set up to repair the older HV packs. the biggest issue is supply and logistics. I costs serious $$$$ just to move HV packs around the country.
Mega interesting!
Nice vid! Do these charges have a habbit of failing?
How did you get car into service mode +?
Had no idea those onboad chargers were that big . Guess it makes sense with lvl3 chargers plugging into same port.
L3 essentially connects directly to the pack and takes little space.
Most of the space in here is for the AC to DC conversion, fuses, protection, and battery regulation, at 48A.
Another great video, thanks!
I like the video and appreciate what you are doing, but you should be grounded with a strap and using insulated sockets. One wrong static charge could ruin the new equipment.
I love it! Shame I can’t swap my model y 48anp for the 72amp!
So do you not believe in Torque specs or anything ? Even those electrical connections don't get torqued ?
Was going to comment the same thing. Pushing over 300A thru those connections when using a Supercharger. You really want to make sure they are torqued down correctly.
What are your thoughts of the necessity of replacing the AC dessicant bag on Teslas? Model 3/Y owner manual has replaced every 4-6 years and Model S/X says every 2 years. Most of the internet say it isn't necessary at all unless they is a leak in the AC system.
Which 3rd party warranty?
Not using a torque wrench on those cables is scary.
How much was this charger from Tesla?
Was wondering why it wasnt a Tesla warranty repair then I saw the odometer 26:07 says 213762km (132825mi).
We can see why Tesla chose the Left side for the charge port. Everything is so intuitive for the mechanic. Of course there are other reasons.
On the Model S which came out 1st the AC charger (s) is/are under the rear seat.
How much was it to replace the PCM?
about $2400 plus labor
What 3rd party warranty company supports EVs like that?
But why did the last got bad??
I heard s rumor that I can add a second AC charger unit to my 2019 Model S and double the max rate to 22 kW. Any thoughts on that?
Not possible to add a 2nd charger on Model S with the Gen 3 charger (2016 Refresh onwards). Depending on what market you're in, there are different options for the OBC though.
Here in North America, there are 48A and 72A chargers (11.5kW and 17.2kW respectively). For Europe, the only option was a 24A 3 phase OBC (16.5kW).
I’m in the.US and would ve interested in going to the 72A. Got any more info? Lmk if I should just email you. Thanks for taking the time to respond!
What is the PM_w41_dasMIA alert? Almost exery S/X seems to show this one.
PM_w041_dasMIA -- Pedal Monitor Warning: DAS CAN node is missing.
@@jaro6985yes but what does it mean and how to fix it? Some people say just ignore it
Like watching. Have a good day
👍🌟👍
What makes the charger fail? It's only 4 years old.
Sounds like surge on the input is common failure mode. Maybe overheating another option.
Pretty large unit. Is that an 22kW model on these? Or 11kW.
Here in North America, it's an 11.5kW unit (48A on 240v single phase). There was also an optional 17.2kW (72A) version as well.
In Europe, all of the "legacy" Model X came with a 16.5kW (24A on 400v 3 phase) OBC.
Internally, they use the same hardware, which is essentially 2 or 3 24A blocks, which are run either in series or parallel for single or 3 phase depending on the market.
22kW is two 11kW in master/slave arrangement (3 phase Europe and Australia).
Subscribing for the Rivian hat as maybe you'll be doing those?
I haven't worked on any yet (as they're mostly still under warranty), but maybe at some point in the future! Getting diagnostic software and parts may be tricky though...
i saw that as well!
It’s odd that your customer just didn’t go to Tesla to have that fixed! My neighbor had a similar issue out of #Warranty 2019 model X and they changed the same device for free. Tesla is pretty good at doing free work when they think it’s warranted in other words if you have a vehiclethat is a year out of warranty and something major goes wrong with it. They will fix it for free because they feel the item should’ve lasted longer.
This customer actually brought the vehicle to Tesla first, but the folks at the service center wouldn't contact their 3rd party warranty company to file the repair claim, so they brought it to me instead.
Expecting the dealership to replace out of warranty parts for free is a crapshoot, especially if they're overloaded with paying customers. But feel free to roll the dice 🎲.
Is there a torque spec for the high voltage connector nuts?
Would be awesome to see some prices at least for parts
nice so few X repair videos.
One of the only Out of spec channels I can watch. Well as long as bobble head make up facts Kyle isnt on it.
The bZ4X comes with a dual-voltage portable charging cable and supports Level 3 DC rapid charging, making recharging as simple as plugging in your phone.
I think you are confusing things.
I love Tesla…The service department not so much!
Very cool, thanks for sharing!