Tesla Model S: Mounting - Air Conditioning Compressor (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove air conditioning compressor (refer to procedure)
- 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.
- Remove nuts (x4) securing rubber bushings to bracket (torque 10
Nm).
- Separate upper bracket from lower bracket and remove rubber
bushings.
Installation
Installation process is the reverse of removal
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Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove front skid plate (refer to procedure)
Remove nut (x1) securing pipe to sub-cool condenser (torque 8
Nm).
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove underhood storage unit (refer to procedure)
Remove nut securing pipe retaining plate to evaporator TXV
(to
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolt that secures the high pressure pipe to the
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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
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
Release the fitting from the valve block (torque 3.5 Nm).
Caution: Plug the line connection to prevent
ingress of moisture or dirt.