Tesla Model S: Actuator - Front Passenger's Temperature (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove glove box assembly (refer to procedure)
- Disconnect duct temperature sensor harness connector.
- Remove screw securing duct to HVAC assembly, release from spigot
and position duct aside (torque 1 Nm).
- Disconnect actuator harness connector.
- Remove screws (x3) securing actuator to HVAC assembly (torque 1
Nm).
- Remove temperature control door actuator.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
InstallationInstallation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Removal
Remove glove box assembly (refer to procedure)
Disconnect actuator harness connector.
Remove screws (x3) securing defrost door actuator to HVAC
assembly (torque 1 Nm).
Removal
Power the passenger seat fully rearward for access.
Remove the passenger footwell closing trim (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the fan harness connector and position the
Removal
Remove the LH closeout extension assembly (refer to procedure).
Note: For vehicles built with the cold weather
package between May 31, 2013 and July 11
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Remove the front wheels (refer to procedure).
Check the tightening torque of the following fasteners on both sides of the
vehicle:
Tie rod end to the knuckle (torque 103 Nm).
Caution: To prevent ball joint damage, always hold the
ball joint pin with a wrench while looseni
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Check the tightening torque of the following fasteners:
Caution: Only fully tighten suspension nuts and bolts when the vehicle
is on a 4-post lift and the suspension