Tesla Model S: Air Line - Air Suspension - Compressor to Valve Block (Remove and Replace)
Warning: To avoid personal injury, eye protection must be
worn when performing this operation.
Removal
- Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
- Disconnect 12V power.
- Rear wheel drive (RWD): Refer to
procedure.
- Dual Motor: Refer to procedure.
- Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
- Release the fitting from the valve block (torque 3.5 Nm).
Caution: Plug the line connection to prevent
ingress of moisture or dirt.
- Remove the front aero shield (refer to procedure).
- Release the air line clip between the valve block and the
compressor.
- Release the fitting from the compressor (torque 3.5 Nm).
Caution: Plug the line connection to prevent
ingress of moisture or dirt.
InstallationInstallation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
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Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
Release the fitting from the valve block (torque 3.5 Nm).
Removal
Remove the front road wheel (refer to procedure).
Lower the vehicle.
Remove the underhood apron (refer to procedure).
Remove the nuts (x3) that secure the coil spring modu
Removal
Remove the LH rear wheelarch liner (refer to procedure).
Remove the parking brake caliper (refer to procedure).
Remove the mid aero shield (refer to procedure).
Remove the
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Your Model S has a power socket located in the center
console's rear compartment. To access the low voltage
socket, open the front compartment of the center
console.
The power socket is suitable for accessories requiring up
to 12A continuous draw (16A peak).
NOTE: Power is available whenever th
North America (SAE)
Prepare a work area for adjusting the headlights:
The area is darkened.
The ground is flat and level.
There is a wall with a white matte surface.
Note: The wall should be at least 6 ft (1.8 m)
high and 12 ft (3.7 m) wide.