Tesla Model S: Air Suspension - Depressurize - Full System
Depressurize
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox to the vehicle.
- Press the brake pedal to turn on the drive rails.
- Leave the driver's door open to keep the drive rails on.
- Use the Toolbox "Air Suspension Fill/Deflate" panel to
depressurize the system.
Pressurize
- Press the brake pedal to turn on the drive rails.
- Leave the driver's door open to keep the drive rails on.
- Use the Toolbox "Air Suspension Fill/Deflate" panel to
repressurize the system.
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Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedu
Removal
Remove underhood storage unit for access (refer to procedure)
Position hoses aside for access.
Remove screw securing compressor ambient air temperature sensor
(torque
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Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the rear hub (refer
to procedure).
Remove the screws (x3) that secure the rear
brake dust shield to the knuckle
Removal
Lower the front window glass.
Remove the door trim panel (refer to procedure).
Carefully release the clips (x2) that secure the front top end
of the flap seal to the door.
Release enough of the flap seal to access the mirror retaining
bolts.
Caution: