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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For optimum performance, replace the wiper blades at
least once a year. Replacement blades must meet the
following criteria:
The blade on the driver's side must be 26 inches (650
mm) long and 20 inches (500 mm) long for the blade
on the passenger's side.
Ensure the connector on the replacem
Removal
Remove LH rear door panel (refer to procedure)
Move acoustic pad aside to access door trim.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Remove screws (x3) securing window lift switch surround