Tesla Model S: Air Line - Air Suspension - Valve Block Exhaust (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Suspension / Air Line - Air Suspension - Valve Block Exhaust (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
- Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
- Release the fitting from the valve block (torque 3.5 Nm).
Caution: Plug the line connection to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt.
- Release the air line clip.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
- Install a new fitting into the valve block before installing
the air line.
Note: Ensure that the collet is 4.3 mm from the end of the air line to prevent air pressure restriction.
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Removal
Remove the front road wheel (refer to procedure).
Lower the vehicle.
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Removal
Remove the LH rear wheelarch liner (refer to procedure).
Remove the parking brake caliper (refer to procedure).
Remove the mid aero shield (refer to procedure).
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Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle
(refer to procedure)
Remove road wheel for access
(refer to procedure)
Remove screw
AC Refrigerant Leak Detection
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure), see section "Recover
Refrigerant and Verify Charge").
Remove the underhood storage unit(refer to procedure).
Release the bolt that secures the HVAC compressor discharge line (torque
10 Nm).
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