Tesla Model S: Mounting - Air Conditioning Compressor (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove air conditioning compressor (refer to procedure)
- Unscrew compressor isolators from mounting bracket.
Note: Inspect mounting rubber and replace as
necessary.
Note: It is recommended that if one
mounting requires replacement, that all four should be
replaced at the same time.
- Remove nuts (x4) securing rubber bushings to bracket (torque 10
Nm).
- Separate upper bracket from lower bracket and remove rubber
bushings.
Installation
Installation process is the reverse of removal
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Remove front skid plate (refer to procedure)
Remove nut (x1) securing pipe to sub-cool condenser (torque 8
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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
(to
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
Remove the bolt that secures the high pressure pipe to the
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Remove the underhood storage unit(refer to procedure).
Release the bolt that secures the HVAC compressor discharge line (torque
10 Nm).
Removal
Open the liftgate to a suitable working height.
Remove the applique from the liftgate (refer to procedure).
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
Caution: Protect paintwork from possible damage during
this procedure.