Tesla Model S: Sensor - Ambient Air Temperature - Compressor (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove underhood storage unit for access (refer to procedure)
- Position hoses aside for access.
- Remove screw securing compressor ambient air temperature sensor
(torque 2.5 Nm).
- Disconnect sensor harness lead.
- Rotate harness connector and release from bracket.
- Remove sensor.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
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Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Depressurize the air suspension (refer to procedure).
Access the solenoid.
For vehicles manufactured be
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Depressurize air reservoir (refer to procedure).
Remove underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
Disconnect 12V
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Position the vehicle on a lift, but do not
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Model S automatically shifts into Park whenever it
determines that you are exiting the vehicle. For example,
the driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the vehicle is
stopped. Model S also automatically shifts into Park
when the driver's door is opened or if no action is taken
within one minute of
Model S has an occupancy sensor in the front passenger seat that controls the
status of the front airbag.
NOTE: The occupancy classification system (OCS) meets the regulatory
requirement of FMVSS 208 and
automatically detects when inflating the passenger front airbag would be
unnecessary or pote