Tesla Model S: Pipe - High Pressure - Sub-Cool Condenser to Chiller (Remove and Replace)
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).
- Remove nut (x1) securing pipe retaining plate to TXV (torque 12
Nm).
- Disconnect refrigerant pipes from TXV.
Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of
moisture or dirt.
Caution: Remove and discard O-rings.
- Remove underhood storage unit for access (refer to procedure)
- 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.
- Maneuver and remove pipe.
Installation
- Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
- Replace A/C pipe O-rings.
Caution: Lubricate new O-rings with clean refrigerant
oil.
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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
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).
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Removal
Remove the brake light switch (refer to procedure).
Caution: The brake light switch is a one time use
component. Ensure that a new switch is used during
reinstallation.
Remove the spring clip from the clevis pin.
Depress the brake
Removal
Remove the LH lower 'B' post trim (refer to procedure).
Carefully release the clips (x4) that secure the 'B' post upper
trim to the body by gently pulling the lower edge away from the body
and releasing the top alignment dowel.
Caution: Take car