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Tesla Model S: Duct - Condenser LH (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Thermal Management / Duct - Condenser LH (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove the front fascia assembly (refer to procedure).
  2. Remove the bolts (x4) that secure the duct to the condenser housing (torque 16 Nm on vehicles equipped with a magnesium Carrier, torque 4 Nm on vehicles equipped with a composite Carrier).

    Duct - Condenser LH (Remove and Replace)

  3. Remove the duct from the bracket.
Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

  1. Power cycle the thermal controller:
    1. Remove the Thermal System Controls fuse (F22).
    2. Wait approximately 30 seconds.
    3. Reinstall fuse F22.
  2. In the Toolbox "Louver Shutter Operation" panel, run the "Recalibrate Louver Shutters" procedure in Toolbox.

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