Tesla Model S: Bracket - Vacuum Pump (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
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Remove the front skid plate
(refer to procedure).
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Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the vacuum
pump mounting bracket to the front bumper carrier (torque 6 Nm).
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Lower the vehicle.
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Remove the vacuum pump
(refer to procedure).
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Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the vacuum
pump mounting bracket to the front subframe (torque 6 Nm).
Note:
Image shown with the vacuum pump installed.
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Remove the vacuum pump mounting bracket from
the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse
of removal.
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Removal
Remove the master cylinder and reservoir
assembly
(refer to procedure).
Release the reservoir to master cylinder fixing
lugs (x4).
Release the reservoir
Removal
Recover the A/C refrigerant from the vehicle
(refer to procedure).
Remove the 12V battery bracket beam
(refer to procedure).
Release the fasteners (x2) that
Caution: This method
requires replacing the caliper. To release a stuck caliper without
damaging it, refer to either:
Park Brake Caliper - Release - Harness Tool - Through Calipe
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Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove road wheel (refer to procedure)
Remove nut and bolt securing link to suspension knuckle (torque
130 Nm).
Remove nut and bolt
Removal
Open the hood for access.
Carefully release the clips (x14) that secure the hoodliner to
the hood.
Warning: To avoid personal injury, eye protection
must be worn when performing this operation.