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Tesla Model S: Pipe - High Pressure - Gas Cool to Sub-Cool Condenser (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2023) Service Manual / Thermal Management / Pipe - High Pressure - Gas Cool to Sub-Cool Condenser (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
  2. Remove front aero shield panel (refer to procedure)
  3. Remove nuts (x2) securing inboard air conditioning link pipe to gas cool and sub-cool condenser's (torque 8 Nm).

    Pipe - High Pressure - Gas Cool to Sub-Cool Condenser (Remove and Replace)

  4. Remove underhood storage unit for access (refer to procedure)
  5. Remove bolt securing inboard air conditioning link pipe to carrier (torque 11 Nm).

    Pipe - High Pressure - Gas Cool to Sub-Cool Condenser (Remove and Replace)

  6. Maneuver and remove pipe.

Caution: Remove and discard O-rings.

Installation
  1. Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
  2. Replace A/C pipe O-rings.

Caution: Lubricate new O-rings with clean refrigerant oil.

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