Tesla Model S: Air Suspension - Depressurize - Full System
Depressurize
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle.
- Press the brake pedal to turn on the drive rails.
- Leave the driver's door open to keep the drive rails on.
- Use the Toolbox "Air Suspension Fill/Deflate" panel to
depressurize the system.
Pressurize
- Press the brake pedal to turn on the drive rails.
- Leave the driver's door open to keep the drive rails on.
- Use the Toolbox "Air Suspension Fill/Deflate" panel to
repressurize the system.
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Warning: Wear eye protection while performing this
procedure.
Caution: Tesla recommends using a nitrogen refill kit to
refill the air sus
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 procedu
Removal
Remove underhood storage unit for access (refer to procedure)
Position hoses aside for access.
Remove screw securing compressor ambient air temperature sensor
(torque
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Removal
Remove the driver's footwell cover:
Left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles: Refer to
procedure.
Right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles: Refer to
procedure.
Disconnect the harness connector from the top of the accelerator
pedal assembly.
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer