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

Tesla Model S (2012-2024) Service Manual / Thermal Management / Pipe - High Pressure - Sub-Cool Condenser to Chiller (Remove and Replace)

Removal

  1. Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
  2. Remove front skid plate (refer to procedure)
  3. Remove nut (x1) securing pipe to sub-cool condenser (torque 8 Nm).
  4. Remove nut (x1) securing pipe retaining plate to TXV (torque 12 Nm).

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

  5. Disconnect refrigerant pipes from TXV. Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt. Caution: Remove and discard O-rings.
  6. Remove underhood storage unit for access (refer to procedure)
  7. Remove bolt securing sub-cool condenser / chiller high pressure pipe at union to high pressure charge port pipe (torque 8 Nm).

    Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt. Caution: Remove and discard O-rings.

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

  8. Maneuver and remove pipe.
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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