Tesla Model S: Filter - Particulate (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the rear center underhood apron (refer to procedure).
- Release the retainers (x2) that secure the particulate filter
cover.
Note: Components have been removed in this graphic
to aid clarity.
- Remove the particulate filter cover.
- Remove the particulate filter.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Note: Clean the affected areas before installation.
Caution: Care must be taken to ensure that the particulate
filter is not kinked or twisted during installation.
Ensure that the filter housing components are assembled correctly.
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Removal
Remove cross car beam (refer to procedure).
Recover refrigerant from AC system (refer to procedure).
Disconnect AC connection to HVAC, discard 'O' rings (torque 22
Nm).
Removal
Remove glove box assembly (refer to procedure)
Disconnect actuator harness connector.
Remove screws (x3) securing recirculation actuator to HVAC
assembly (torque 1 Nm).
Removal
Remove IP carrier (refer to procedure)
Disconnect duct temperature sensor harness connector.
Remove screw securing duct to HVAC assembly and position duct
aside (torque 1
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Warning: Be sure to comply
with all local traffic safety laws and only perform such maneuvers in a
suitable location such as a nonresidential side street with little to no
traffic.
Caution: Do not perform this
procedure on a vehicle that has new rotors unless they have gone through
a
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the front hub (refer to procedure).
Remove the screws (x2 or x3) that secure the dust shield to the
knuckle (torque 8 Nm).