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DI family

DI_a139_rearUnitDisabled

Rear motor disabled - Avoid steep grades

What does the DI_a139_rearUnitDisabled alert mean?

The drive inverter (DI) electronic control unit (ECU) is unable to command a unit torque request to the rear drive inverter (DIR) ECU because the rear drive unit is disabled. This alert is set in addition to one or more DIR alert(s) indicating the reason why the rear drive unit is disabled.

What you'll see in your Tesla

  • Rear motor disabled - Avoid steep grades
  • Power reduced - Schedule service if alert persists

What triggers it

At least one additional alert is present indicating the rear drive unit is disabled. Alert log signal data should provide more information on the specific condition(s) detected.

When it clears

Additional alert(s) indicating the rear drive unit is disabled clear.

Potential impact

The rear drive unit may be disabled, which may prevent torque or power from being produced on the rear wheels.

Affected models

Model 3 2017-2023 Model 3 2024+ Model Y Model Y 2025+

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