DI-W061
DI_w061_heatsinkSensor
Also written as DI_W061 / DI W061 / DI_w061_heatsinkSensor / di_w061_heatsinksensor
Why does the exact Tesla alert ID matter?
Record the exact alert ID, including underscores, suffixes, and companion alerts. Tesla alerts that look similar can point to different modules, timestamps, and service procedures.
What does DI-W061 mean?
Tesla warning code in the Drive Inverter (DI) module. The Drive Unit heatsink temperature sensor has detected an irrational temperature. This alert is triggered if any one of the phase 1, 2, or 3 temperature sensors lose signal or if the temperature rate of change is greater than expected.?
Original Description
The Drive Unit heatsink temperature sensor has detected an irrational temperature. This alert is triggered if any one of the phase 1, 2, or 3 temperature sensors lose signal or if the temperature rate of change is greater than expected.?
Affected Tesla Models
What You May Notice
- drive inverter warning: The Drive Unit heatsink temperature sensor has detected an irrational temperature. This alert is triggered if any one of
- Reduced acceleration or "Reduced Power" message on the touchscreen
- Higher than normal energy consumption during driving
How to Diagnose and Resolve
- 1 Reboot the vehicle by holding both scroll wheels
- 2 Avoid aggressive acceleration until the alert clears
- 3 Schedule a Tesla Service appointment within the next few days
- 4 Check for available OTA updates in Controls > Software
Severity Notes
DI-W061 is a Warning in the Drive Inverter system. Schedule service soon. Monitor your vehicle for additional warnings.