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Unable to charge - Wall Connector issue
Wall Connector needs service
What this alert means:
Wall Connector hardware issue. Possible issues include:
1.
Contactor not working
2.
Self-test of internal ground fault monitoring circuit failed
3.
Thermal sensor disconnected
4.
Other hardware component issues
What to do:
An internal issue was detected by the Wall Connector.
1.
Try charging again by disconnecting the Wall Connector from the vehicle and reconnecting.
2.
If the issue persists, turn OFF the circuit breaker for the Wall Connector, wait 10 seconds, and turn the circuit
breaker ON again. Then try reconnecting the Wall Connector to the vehicle.
3.
If the issue persists, check for loose connections.
a.
Make sure there is no power to the Wall Connector.
b.
Remove the face plate and inspect the wiring terminals for any loose connections.
c.
Contact an electrician if necessary to make sure all wires are properly connected and torqued according to the instructions in the Wall Connector Installation Manual.
4.
Once all connections have been checked and made secure, restore power to the Wall Connector and try charging
again by reconnecting to the vehicle.
5.
If the issue persists, the Wall Connector needs service. Schedule a service appointment through your Mobile App.
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Unable to charge - Incorrect switch setting
Wall Connector rotary switch must be adjusted
What this alert means:
Incorrect rotary switch setting.
What to do:
Make sure there is no power to the Wall Connector. Remove the face plate and adjust the rotary switch to a valid
operating current setting. The correlation between switch setting and current is printed on the inside of the Wall
Connector. You can also refer to the Set the Operating Current section in the Wall Connector Installation Manual. If
the Wall Connector is set up for load sharing (paired with other Wall Connectors), the rotary switch of the master
unit must be set to an operating current setting that allows each paired Wall Connector to receive at least 6A of
charge current. Example: Three Wall Connectors are paired for load sharing. The master unit needs to be set to a
current of at least 3 * 6A = 18A or greater.
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Unable to charge - Vehicle connection issue
Insert charge handle fully into charge port
What this alert means:
A communication error occurred between the Wall Connector and the vehicle.
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What to do:
Try again by disconnecting the Wall Connector from the vehicle and reconnecting. If possible, plug the vehicle into
another Wall Connector or a Mobile Connector to determine if the vehicle is able to communicate with other
charging equipment. If the problem persists, contact Tesla.
(CC_a030)
Unable to charge - Primary / paired unit mismatch
Wall Connector current ratings must match
What this alert means:
Circuit Breaker Sharing Network: The paired Wall Connectors have different maximum current capabilities.
What to do:
Only Wall Connectors with the same maximum current capabilities can be paired in a load-sharing (circuit breaker
sharing) network. Inspect the type labels on the Wall Connectors to make sure the current capabilities match. It is
further recommended to only pair Wall Connectors with the same part number, as an easy way to make sure paired
units are compatible.
(CC_a041)
Charge rate reduced - Wall connection hot
Outlet or Wall Connector wiring must be checked
High temperature detected by Wall Connector alerts indicate the building connection to the Wall Connector is
getting too warm, so charging has been slowed to protect the wiring and Wall Connector.
This is not typically an issue with your vehicle or your Wall Connector, but rather an issue with the building wiring.
This may be caused by a loose building wiring connection to the Wall Connector and can be
fixed quickly by an
electrician.
To regain normal charge speed, contact an electrician to inspect the building wiring connection to the Wall
Connector. They should make sure that all wires are properly connected and torqued according to the installation
guide for the Wall Connector.
Wall Connector installation guides can be found here.
(CP_a004)
Charging equipment not recognized
Try again or try different equipment
The charge port is unable to detect whether a charge cable is inserted or the type of charge cable connected.
If this alert appears while a charge cable is connected, it should be determined whether the issue is caused by the
charging equipment or the vehicle. Try charging the vehicle using
different external charging equipment (charge
cable, charging station, charging stall, etc.).
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If the outlet is worn, it should be replaced with a high-quality outlet. Consider upgrading to a Tesla Wall Connector
for greater convenience and highest charging speed.
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Charge rate reduced - Wall plug temperature high
Wall outlet and wiring inspection recommended
High temperature detected by Mobile Connector alerts indicate the outlet used to charge is becoming too warm, so
charging has been slowed to protect the outlet.
This is not typically an issue with your vehicle or your Mobile Connector, but rather an issue with the outlet. A warm outlet may be caused by a plug that is not fully inserted, a loose building wiring connection to the outlet, or an outlet that is beginning to wear out.
To regain normal charge speed, make sure your adapter is fully plugged into the outlet. If charging speed does not
return to normal, contact an electrician to inspect the outlet and building wiring connections to the outlet and
complete any repairs needed.
If the outlet is worn, it should be replaced with a high-quality outlet. Consider upgrading to a Tesla Wall Connector
for greater convenience and highest charging speed.
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Electrical system power reduced
Vehicle may shut down unexpectedly
The electrical system cannot maintain the voltage required to support all vehicle features.
If this alert is present while you are driving, it is possible your vehicle will shut down unexpectedly.
It is also possible that your vehicle will not restart after the current drive.
It is recommended that you eliminate or reduce your use of any non-essential features. This can help your vehicle maintain adequate electrical power for essential functions. It may also prevent your vehicle from shutting down
before you reach your immediate destination, although this is not guaranteed.
If this alert remains active, schedule service immediately. Without service, your vehicle may shut down unexpectedly
or may not restart.
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12V battery must be replaced - Schedule service
Software will not update until battery is replaced
The 12V battery is showing degraded performance and needs to be replaced. Until the 12V battery is replaced,
vehicle software updates will not complete.
It is recommended that you have the 12V battery replaced at your earliest convenient opportunity.
You can schedule service via the Tesla Mobile App, or with an independent service provider that offers 12V battery
replacement for your vehicle. Please note that independent service provider options may vary, based on your vehicle
configuration and your location.
Your vehicle is OK to drive with this alert present. However, if you delay the 12V battery replacement, your vehicle
may eventually not have enough power to start or to restart after a recent drive.
If the 12V battery is too low to turn on the vehicle or open the doors, follow the instructions in Jump Starting the 12V
Battery on page 199.
For more information on the battery system, see Battery Information on page 158.
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