Tesla Model S: Lifting and Jacking
Raising and supporting the vehicle
Jacking points on the Model S
Caution: Do not jack or support the vehicle on any other points
than those shown. Failure to comply will result in damage to the body or
chassis components.
Two post lift
Refer to procedure 10000205 for instructions.
Warning: Death, serious injury or damage to the vehicle can
occur if the vehicle is improperly lifted on a two post lift.
Hydraulic jack
A hydraulic jack with a minimum 1500 kg (3300 lb) load capacity must be
used.
Warning: For vehicles with air suspension, suspension
'Jack' mode must be activated before lifting the vehicle with a
hydraulic jack (refer to procedure 10000105). Failure to do this
might lead to suspension damage and could cause serious personal
injury.
Warning: Do not start work on the underside of the vehicle
until safety stands have been positioned under the body reinforced
pads. Never get under a vehicle that is only supported by a jack.
Warning: Always chock the wheels when jacking.
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Air conditioning
Depending on its intended sales region, the air conditioning system is
filled with R134a or 1234yf refrigerant. Refer to the label on the RH
frunk trim.
If oil nee
The HV battery alignment rods assist in aligning the HV battery during
installation.
Note: This tool is intended to be used by 2 technicians.
To use the alignment rods:
Position the tabl
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Your Model S includes the following components that actively monitor the
surrounding area:
A camera is mounted above the rear license plate.
Ultrasonic sensors are located in the front and rear bumpers.
A camera is mounted in each door pillar.
Three cameras are mounted to the windshield above
Removal
Remove the parcel shelf, if equipped.
If the LH C-Pillar rear trim panel has a liftgate switch, reach
behind the C-pillar rear trim panel and push the switch out from the
back. If not, skip to step 4.
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