Tesla Model S: Compressor - Air Suspension (Remove and Replace)
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)
- Depressurize air suspension (refer to procedure)
- Remove underhood storage unit for access (refer to procedure)
- Remove front skid plate (refer to procedure)
- Disconnect air suspension harness connectors (x2).
- Release clips (x2) securing harness connector to compressor
mounting bracket.
- Release clip securing air intake hose to compressor, release
hose and move aside.
- Disconnect pipe unions (x2) from compressor (torque 3.5 Nm).
Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of
moisture or dirt.
- Remove bolts (x3) securing compressor to mounting bracket
(torque - 4 Nm).
- Remove air suspension compressor.
Installation
- Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
Warning: Only use cleaning agents and solvents in a
well-ventilated area.
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
- Pressurize air suspension (refer to procedure)
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Removal
Remove underhood storage unit for access (refer to procedure)
Position hoses aside for access.
Remove screw securing compressor ambient air temperature sensor
(torque
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Depressurize the air suspension (refer to procedure).
Access the solenoid.
For vehicles manufactured be
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Depressurize air reservoir (refer to procedure).
Remove underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
Disconnect 12V
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The low voltage battery cannot provide the electrical support necessary to
drive or continue driving.
If this alert is present while you are driving, your vehicle needs to come to a
stop as soon as possible. Pull over safely
at your earliest opportunity
Display tire pressures on the touchscreen by touching
Controls > Service. The pressure of each tire displays in
the visualization of your Model S, in addition to what
time your tire pressures were last measured. You can
choose whether you want to display tire pressures using
Bar or PSI by to