Tesla Model S: Pipe - Low Pressure - Chiller (Remove and Replace)
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 12 Nm).
- Disconnect refrigerant pipes from TXV.
Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of
moisture or dirt.
Caution: Remove and discard O-rings.
- Remove underhood storage unit (refer to procedure)
- Remove bolt securing chiller low pressure pipe at union to low
pressure charge port pipe (torque 8 Nm).
- Maneuver and remove pipe.
Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of
moisture or dirt.
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 underhood storage unit (refer to procedure)
Remove nut securing pipe retaining plate to evaporator TXV
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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
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the electrical connector from the pressure
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Removal
Remove front windshield (refer to procedure)
Lower headlining for access (refer to procedure)
With assistance remove headlining through front windshield
opening.
Remove rear map lamps from headlining.
Exterior Overview
NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle configuration, and options
purchased, your vehicle may look slightly different than described.
Exterior lights
Door handles
Charge port
Autopilot cameras
Exterior mirrors
Hood/Front trunk
Front/rear tow eye cover
Wheels and tir