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Tesla Model S: Module - Air Suspension - ECU (RHD) (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Electrical / Module - Air Suspension - ECU (RHD) (Remove and Replace)

Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass shatter.

Note: Before disconnecting the 12V power supply, ensure that the driver's door window is fully open. Failure to follow this instruction could result in vehicle lockout.

Removal

  1. Remove the air suspension ECU module (refer to procedure). Caution: At this point, there are still harnesses secured to the bracket.
  2. On the inner side of the bracket, release the latching tabs (x3) that secure the harnesses to the outer side of the bracket.
Installation

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

  • Run the Toolbox "Air Suspension Variant Coding" procedure.
  • Use Toolbox to update or redeploy the firmware:
    • If the vehicle is not running the latest firmware, run the "Vehicle Firmware Update" procedure.
    • If the vehicle is running the latest firmware, run the "Firmware Redeploy" procedure.
  • Perform a ride height calibration (refer to procedure).

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