Tesla Model S: Solenoid - Air Suspension (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Suspension / Solenoid - Air Suspension (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
- Depressurize the air suspension (refer to procedure).
- Access the solenoid.
- For vehicles manufactured before November 2014, remove the front aero shield (refer to procedure).
- For vehicles manufactured November 2014 and later, remove the underhood storage unit (refer to procedure).
- Note the installed positions of the air lines and the release line unions (x6) from the solenoid (red arrows, torque 3.5 Nm). Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt.
- Disconnect the harness connector (yellow arrow).
- For vehicles manufactured before November 2014:
- For vehicles manufactured November 2014 and later:
- For vehicles manufactured before November 2014:
- Release the solenoid "out" line from the bracket clip. For vehicles manufactured November 2014 and later, skip to step 9.
- Remove the bolts (x3) that secure the solenoid bracket to the
subframe (torque 5.5 Nm).
- Remove solenoid and bracket assembly.
- Remove the hardware that secures the solenoid to the bracket.
- For vehicles manufactured before November 2014: Remove the
bolts (x2) that secure the solenoid to the mounting bracket
(torque 4 Nm).
- For vehicles manufactured November 2014 and later: Remove
the bolts (x2) that secure the solenoid to the compressor
bracket (torque 4 Nm).
- For vehicles manufactured before November 2014: Remove the
bolts (x2) that secure the solenoid to the mounting bracket
(torque 4 Nm).
- Remove the solenoid from the bracket.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
- Note: Clean the affected areas before installation.
- Pressurize the air suspension (refer to procedure).
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