04/09/2024 13:23:43

Passenger Ducting and Vents - Suction Discharge Lines (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1810084081 FRT 0.66 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

Warning

This procedure is a DRAFT, although it has been validated. Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near high voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Remove

Raise and support the vehicle on a 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
Put the vehicle in Service Mode. See Service Mode.
Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
Navigate to Refrigerant System on the vehicle touchscreen.

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Touch Service Mode > Thermal > Refrigerant System
Touch Start Thermal Fill Drain (Refrigerant only).

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Allow routine to complete. Ensure routine is successful.
Open the powered frunk.
Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
Remove the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
Perform Vehicle HV Disablement procedure. See Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure.
Recover the A/C refrigerant. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
Remove the remote brake fluid reservoir.

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x1 bolt, 10 mm, 8 Nm, x1 datum

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Lift upwards to release datum.

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Position aside.

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Avoid tipping over.
Disconnect the A/C compressor logic electrical connector.

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x1 locking electrical connector. Do not push down on red tab. Pull to disengage lock, and then pull again to release the electrical connector.
Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the A/C Compressor HV harness electrical connector from the A/C Compressor.

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Pull the red locking tab away from the black lever, and then slide the black lever upwards.
Remove the bolt that attaches the A/C compressor ground strap.
7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Release the harness edge clip once the ground is free.
Remove the A/C hoses from the vehicle.
Remove the bolt that attaches the A/C line to the supermanifold.

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x1 bolt, 13 mm, 22 Nm; x1 bolt, 10 mm, 8 Nm

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Remove the bolt at the supermanifold, and then mounting bracket bolt near the MV battery.

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Remove the A/C line assembly from the supermanifold.

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Make sure that no washers remain on the supermanifold.
Remove bolts (x3) that attach the A/C compressor to the megabeam.
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
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Recommend assistance.

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Support the A/C compressor while removing the fasteners.

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Carefully remove the A/C compressor towards the front of the vehicle and under the megabeam.

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Place fender cover on the fan housing, and then gently place the A/C compressor assembly down.

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Avoid straining the MV or HV harnesses.
Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the refrigerant suction and discharge lines from the A/C compressor, and then remove the lines from the A/C compressor.
22 Nm (16.2 lbs-ft)
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
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Remove the nuts (x2), and then remove the A/C lines from the A/C compressor.

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Make sure that the washers do not remain on the A/C compressor.

Install

Install the refrigerant suction and discharge lines to the A/C compressor, and then fasten the nuts (x2).
22 Nm (16.2 lbs-ft)
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
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Install new washer seals.

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Position the A/C lines onto the studs, and then install the nuts.
Install the refrigerant suction and discharge lines to the A/C compressor, and then fasten the nuts (x2).
22 Nm (16.2 lbs-ft)
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
Note
Install new washer seals.

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Position the A/C lines onto the studs, and then install the nuts.
Install the bolts (x3) that attach the A/C compressor to the megabeam.
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
Note
Recommend assistance.

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Support the A/C compressor while installing the fasteners.

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Start bolts by hand.
Install the bolt that attaches the remote brake fluid reservoir.

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x1 bolt, 10 mm, 8 Nm, 1x datum

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Align the datum, and then slide downwards to engage.
Install the A/C manifold line assembly to the supermanifold.

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x1 bolt, 13 mm, 22 Nm; x1 bolt, 10 mm, 8 Nm

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Install new washer seals.

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Install the manifold to the supermanifold, and then secure the bracket near the MV battery.
Connect the AC Compressor HV harness to the AC Compressor, and then secure the connector lock.

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Slide the black lever down, and then push the red lock inwards.

CAUTION
Make sure the red locking tab is pushed all the way in. The red locking tab should sit flush with the black lever.

Figure 1. Red locking tab is flush with black lever

Figure 2. Red locking tab is not fully engaged
Install the bolt that attaches the A/C compressor ground strap.
7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
Connect the A/C compressor logic electrical connector.

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x1 locking electrical connector

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Engage the locking tab.
Perform the A/C Vacuum and Run Leak Test. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
Perform the A/C refrigerant recharge. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
Reconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
Perform the A/C performance tests. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
Install the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
Close the powered frunk.
Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.