Tesla Model S: Fan - Condenser - RH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the front wheel arch liner (refer to procedure).
- If equipped, release the bolts (x2) that secure the front bumper
support bar (torque 11 Nm). Remove the bar from the vehicle.
- Disconnect the fan motor electrical connector.
- Remove the bolts that secure the fan to the body:
- Rear Wheel Drive: 4 bolts on the bottom of
the fan
- Dual Motor: 4 bolts on top of the fan
- Remove the bolts (x4) that secure the fan assembly to the
condenser (torque 6 Nm).
- Carefully separate the fan housing from the condenser, and
remove it from the vehicle.
- Remove any debris collected in the condenser and fan housing.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Note: Clean the affected areas before installation.
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Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
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
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Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Depressurize the air suspension (refer to procedure).
Access the solenoid.
For vehicles manufactured before November 2014, remove the
front aero shield (refer to procedure).
For vehicles manufac