Tesla Model S: Pipe - Low Pressure - 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 retaining plate to chiller 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 (refer to procedure) 
 
			- Remove bolt securing chiller low pressure pipe at union to low 
			pressure charge port pipe (torque 8 Nm).
               
				
				
                  
               
			
 
			- Maneuver and remove pipe.
			
			
 
		
	
	Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of 
					moisture or dirt. 
Caution: Remove and discard O-rings. 
	
	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 
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   Removal 
	
		
			Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure). 
			Remove the front skid plate (refer to procedure). 
			Remove the nut that secures the pipe retaining plate to the TXV 
	
   
   
 
	
   Removal 
	
		
			Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure). 
			Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure). 
			Disconnect the electrical connector from the pressure 
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   Removal 
	
		
			Remove RH side trunk trim (refer to procedure) 
			Remove screws (x3) securing subwoofer enclosure to body (torque 
			7 Nm).
               
				
				
                  
               
			
			Disconnect subwoofer harness connection. 
			Remove subwoofer from vehicle.
            
   
   
 
	
   Regularly inspect the tread and side walls for any sign of 
distortion (bulges), foreign objects, cuts or wear.
	WARNING: Do not drive Model S if a tire is 
	damaged, excessively worn, or inflated to an 
	incorrect pressure. Check tires regularly for wear, 
	and ensure there are no cuts, bulges or