Tesla Model S: Air Suspension
NOTE: When Model S starts, you may hear the sound of the compressor as the air suspension system's reservoir fills with air.
Your Model S is equipped with Adaptive Air Suspension that offers superior ride quality and allows you to choose a softer or firmer ride based on your preference. When carrying loads, the system also maintains a level height between the front and rear. You can manually adjust the ride height to suit your circumstances (for example, you can raise Model S when you need extra ground clearance, such as when driving on a steep driveway or ramp, in deep snow, over large speed bumps, parking curbs, etc.).
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If a fault is detected that
reduces the
performance of the adaptive air suspension
system, a yellow indicator lights up on the
instrument panel. If the problem persists,
contact Tesla.
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If a fault is detected that
disables the
adaptive air suspension system, a red
indicator lights up on the instrument panel.
Contact Tesla.
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Adjusting Ride Height
CAUTION: Before adjusting the suspension height,
ensure Model S is clear of all obstacles, above and
below.
You can manually adjust the ride height by pressing the
brake pedal touching Control
Adaptive Suspension Damping
The settings associated with Adaptive Suspension
Damping provide real-time adjustments to the
suspension system to optimize both ride and handling.
Choose from:
Comfort - Provides a gentler ride
Auto-Raising Locations
Whenever you raise the suspension to High or Very
High, the location is automatically saved. By saving the
location, you do not need to manually raise the
suspension every time you arrive at a freq
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General Fitting Instructions
Component removal
Whenever possible, clean components and surrounding area before removal.
Cap off openings exposed by component removal.
Immediately seal fuel, oil or hydraulic lines when apertures are
exposed; use plastic caps or plugs to prevent loss of fluid and
ingress of dirt.
Actuator - Latch - Hood - LH (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the ankle catcher (refer to procedure).
Remove the LH and RH condenser ducts (refer to procedure).
Remove the plastic rivets (x3) that secure the center louver
assembly.
Note: The following image shows the center
louver assembly from the rear.
