Tesla Model S: Air Conditioning System Precautions
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Best Practice / Air Conditioning System Precautions
- Air Conditioning System Precautions - General
- Refrigerant evacuation and recharging
- Debris or moisture in the A/C system
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Air Conditioning System Precautions - General
The air conditioning system contains fluids and components which could
be potentially hazardous to the technician or the environment if not
serviced and handled correctly. The following guidelin
Refrigerant evacuation and recharging
The HVAC and battery coolant circuits are sealed to prevent the
discharge of refrigerant. The refrigerant must be recovered before any
removal of system components using the recommended equipmen
Debris or moisture in the A/C system
Internally or externally damaged components can cause debris and
moisture to enter the A/C system. Perform the following procedures if
debris or excessive moisture ingress is suspected.
Cau
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Assembly - Frame - Instrument Cluster (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove driver side lower dash trim (refer to procedure)
Remove the instrument panel side covers (refer to procedure)
Remove the A-pillar middle trim panels (refer to procedure)
Remove the A-pillar upper trim panels (refer to procedure)
Remove the lower binnac
Right Scroll Button
Use the scroll button on the right side of the steering
yoke to control Autopilot features such as Autosteer and
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control:
When driving, push and release the button to engage
Autosteer or Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (see
Autosteer). If Autosteer Activation is
set to D
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