Tesla Model S: Pipe - High Pressure - Gas Cool to Sub-Cool Condenser (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
- Remove front aero shield panel (refer to procedure)
- Remove nuts (x2) securing inboard air conditioning link pipe to
gas cool and sub-cool condenser's (torque 8 Nm).
- Remove underhood storage unit for access (refer to procedure)
- Remove bolt securing inboard air conditioning link pipe to
carrier (torque 11 Nm).
- Maneuver and remove pipe.
Caution: Remove and discard O-rings.
Installation
- Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
- Replace A/C pipe O-rings.
Caution: Lubricate new O-rings with clean refrigerant
oil.
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Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove front skid plate (refer to procedure)
Remove nut (x1) securing pipe retaining plate to chiller TXV
(torque
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 front skid plate (refer to procedure).
Remove the nut that secures the pipe retaining plate to the TXV
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NOTE: If Model S has no low voltage power, you need an
external low voltage power supply to open the hood or
use the touchscreen. See If Vehicle Has No Power.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, only pull the vehicle
onto a flatbed truck using a properly-installed tow
eye. Using the chassis, frame, or
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer