Training Overview for Tesla Approved Body Shops
Tesla’s new online training offers a time and cost-effective way to obtain and maintain your status as a Tesla Approved
Body Shop. Model 3 courses are now available! Tesla no longer requires or offers on-site instructor-led training.
Anytime, Anywhere
More Frequent Offerings
Unlimited Accounts & Review
Learn from the convenience of home
or work, on any schedule, at any pace,
and soon in several languages.
Stay ahead of the competition with
instant access to new courses
and network updates.
Enroll as many employees as you
like, and conveniently revisit any
completed course indefinitely, for
reference and review.
Time & Money Savings
30% Discount on Tesla Parts
Eliminate travel, minimize lost work time
and train more people faster. Membership
includes unlimited enrollments and unlimited
access to the entire catalog of courses.
with completion of all required courses* by
at least two technicians. Who doesn’t love
a discount?
*See chart on next page for minimum course requirements.
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Online & I-CAR Training Requirements
MANDATORY
for everyone working with Tesla vehicles
MANDATORY
for a minimum of two technicians per shop
OPTIONAL
Courses with this icon are currently offered in the following languages:
French, German, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean (all courses are available in English)
Primary
Shop
Body Repair Training Program
Electrical Fundamentals
Model S, X, 3, Roadster
HV Disablement
An introductory course providing a foundation of basic electrical terms,
concepts and safety information
Four mini courses identifying key concepts, procedures and safety
considerations for performing high voltage disablement on each model
Pyrotechnic Battery Disconnect /
Inertia Switch
Four mini courses describing the key concepts, procedures, and safety
considerations for replacing the pyrotechnic fuse (S, X, 3) or inertia
switch (Roadster).
Toolbox
Four mini courses describing how to utilize software connecting a
computer to a Tesla vehicle for diagnostic and service purposes. Covers
an introduction, SRS, DAS and Thermal systems.
Model S & Model X
Mechanical, Electrical and Trim
Model 3
Mechanical, Electrical and Trim
Model S & Model X
Structural Repair
Model 3
Structural Repair
Aluminum & Steel
Structural Welding
Satellite
Shop
Vehicle behavior, component locations and control, key safety information
for common repair work, Toolbox troubleshooting, practice locating
service information
Vehicle behavior, component locations and control, key safety information
for common repair work, Toolbox troubleshooting, practice locating
service information
Vehicle overview, substrate preparation, repair allowances including
tooling and consumables, repair procedure reference, finishing work,
and practice locating service information
Vehicle overview, substrate preparation, repair allowances including
tooling and consumables, repair procedure reference, finishing work,
and practice locating service information
Material, electrical and welding fundamentals, with a focus on defective
welds and their corrective actions
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I-CAR Aluminum Welding Training & Certification (WCA03)
Primary
Shop
Satellite
Shop
Instructor-led, hands-on, comprehensive welding training, assessment of welding capability and readiness, and
one-on-one personalized coaching to enhance technician skills and techniques. Includes instruction on machine use,
welding technique, surface preparation, weld defect correction, and safety. Check with your local I-CAR for language
availability.
Already completed Tesla-provided welding certification? Your certification will remain recognized by Tesla
until expiration of the two-year Aluminum Welding Certificate, whereupon successful completion of WCA03 is
required.
Already have I-CAR WCA03 certification? Your certification is recognized by Tesla for two years from date of
issue. (Certification is recognized by I-CAR for five years.)
Learn more and register at https://www.i-car.com/tesla.
Additional Optional Online Offerings
OPTIONAL FOR BOTH PRIMARY AND SATELLITE SHOPS
Vehicle Information
Model S Product Knowledge
A nine-part legacy course: Introduction, Exterior Features, Interior Features, Touchscreen, Driver
Assist, High Voltage Components, 12-Volt Electrical, Chassis, HVAC and Thermal
EPC (Electronic Parts Catalog)
An overview of how to access and utilize the Tesla Electronic Parts Catalog when ordering
replacement components.
Tooling
Fronius TPS 2700 Welder
Mechanical and electrical setup and configuration of the welder to meet Tesla specifications
Bolhoff Rivet Fastener
Tool familiarization, setup and installation, care and maintenance
XPress 800 Rivet Fastener
Tool familiarization, setup and installation, care and maintenance
Huck 254 Rivet Fastener
Tool familiarization, setup and installation, care and maintenance
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[email protected]