Tesla Model S: TXV Valve - Chiller (Remove and Replace)
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
(torque 12 Nm).
- Disconnect the refrigerant pipes from the TXV.
Caution: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of
moisture or dirt.
Caution: Remove and discard O-rings.
- Disconnect the TXV solenoid valve connector.
- Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the TXV to the battery chiller
(torque 6 Nm).
- Remove the TXV from the battery chiller.
Installation
- Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
- Replace the A/C pipe O-rings.
Caution: Lubricate new O-rings with clean refrigerant
oil.
- Replace the battery chiller O-rings.
- If the new TXV does not have a solenoid, install a coolant valve
dummy plug on the vehicle-side electrical harness connector.
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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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Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed position.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in door glass
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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
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