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Tesla Model S: Mounting - Air Conditioning Compressor (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Thermal Management / Mounting - Air Conditioning Compressor (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Remove air conditioning compressor (refer to procedure)
  2. Unscrew compressor isolators from mounting bracket.

    Note: Inspect mounting rubber and replace as necessary.

    Note: It is recommended that if one mounting requires replacement, that all four should be replaced at the same time.

    Mounting - Air Conditioning Compressor (Remove and Replace)

  3. Remove nuts (x4) securing rubber bushings to bracket (torque 10 Nm).
  4. Separate upper bracket from lower bracket and remove rubber bushings.

    Mounting - Air Conditioning Compressor (Remove and Replace)

Installation

Installation process is the reverse of removal

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