Tesla Model S: Pressure Transducer - Low Pressure (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure).
- Remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the pressure
transducer.
- Use a wrench to remove the pressure transducer from
the A/C pipe (torque 8 Nm).
Caution: To prevent damage always use a suitable
wrench to hold the backing nut when loosening pipes and
unions.
Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of
moisture or dirt.
- Remove the pressure transducer from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Recharge the refrigerant.
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Refill
Caution: Use the specified coolant only. In this manual, refer
to General Information > Capacities, Fluids, and Lubricants >
Fluids.
Remove the coolant reservoir cap (r
Note: Make sure at least 14 L of the specified coolant is
available before beginning this procedure.
Caution: Use the specified coolant only. In this manual, refer
to General Informati
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