Tesla Model S: Pipe - High Pressure - Compressor to Condenser (Dual Motor) (Remove and
Replace)
Removal
- Position the vehicle on a lift, but do not raise it at this
time.
- Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure).
- Remove the 12V battery (refer to procedure).
- Remove the bolt that secures the high pressure pipe to the
compressor (torque 10 Nm).
Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent
ingress of moisture or dirt.
Caution: Remove and discard O-rings.
- Disconnect the pressure/temperature sensor connector.
- Release the clip that secures the high pressure pipe to the
coolant hose.
- Remove the front LH lower wheel arch liner (refer to procedure).
- Fold the front LH upper wheel arch liner back, towards the rear
of the vehicle for access.
- Remove the nuts (x2) that secure the high pressure pipe to the
frame rail (torque 6 Nm).
- Remove the nut that secures the high pressure pipe to the
condenser (torque 8 Nm).
Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent
ingress of moisture or dirt.
Note: Components have been removed in this
graphic to aid clarity.
- Remove the hose from the front LH wheel well.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Caution: Lubricate new O-rings with clean refrigerant
oil.
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Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the low pressure temperature transducer connector
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
shat
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove front aero shield panel (refer to procedure)
Remove nuts (x2) securing inboard air conditioning link pipe to
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