Tesla Model S: Motor - Fan assembly - HVAC (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Power the passenger seat fully rearward for access.
- Remove the passenger footwell closing trim (refer to procedure).
- Disconnect the fan harness connector and position the harness
aside.
- Remove the screw that secures the heating duct to the HVAC
assembly (torque 1 Nm).
- Remove the screws (x3) that secure the fan housing to the HVAC
assembly (torque 1 Nm).
- Release the fan housing from the HVAC assembly and maneuver it
past the heater duct.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Remove the HVAC fan assembly from the vehicle.
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
- Remove the screws (x3) that secure the fan and motor to the
housing.
- Remove the fan and motor from the fan housing.
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
Installation
Note: Remove debris from the fan housing prior to
installation.
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Removal
Remove the LH closeout extension assembly (refer to procedure).
Note: For vehicles built with the cold weather
package between May 31, 2013 and July 11
Remove
Perform the electrical isolation procedure (refer to procedure).
Remove the RH steering brace:
Remove the bolt that secures the steering brace to
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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To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body when
Model S is not being used, use a genuine Tesla car cover.
Car covers can be purchased from Tesla. See Parts and
Accessories.
CAUTION: Use only a Tesla-approved car cover
when Model S is plugged in. Using a non-Tesla car
cover can prevent
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension,
activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and
supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Ensure that the front road wheels are in a straight ahead
position.
Lock the steering wheel in position.
Remove the underhood s