13/05/2024 09:13:56

Air Suspension Pressure Lines - Fill Port (Remove and Install)

Correction code N/A FRT 0.30 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.

  • 2024-05-13: Corrected psi value to 261 psi (18 bar).
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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

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle on a 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  3. Put the vehicle in Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  4. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  5. Deflate the TAS system through the vehicle touchscreen.
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    Touch Service > Chassis > Suspension > Service > Deflate All, and then touch Run. Close it once the routine passed.
  6. Remove the RH rear fender flare. See Front and Rear Garnish - Rear Fender Flare - RH (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the RH rear fender flare carrier. See Front and Rear Garnish - Carrier - Rear Fender Flare Aft - RH (Remove and Install).
  8. Release the clips (x2) that attach the air suspension fill tube to the body.
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    x1 datum
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    Release the datum, and then slide the clip away from the body.
  9. Remove the air suspension fill port assembly.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut
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    Hand tight.
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    Counter-hold the nut while turning the plastic body.

Install

  1. Verify the aluminum valve is properly installed onto the plastic fill port.
    3.5 Nm (2.6 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 17 mm
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    Make sure the valve is flush with the plastic body. Any gap will cause the O-ring to pop out.
  2. Install the air suspension fill port assembly.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut
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    Hand tight.
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    Counter-hold the nut while turning the plastic body.
  3. Fasten the clips (x2) that attach the air suspension fill tube to the body.
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    x1 datum
  4. Set up nitrogen tank kit (1083876-00-A) to fill the air reservoir.
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    Verify valves are set to closed position on the tank, the regulator, and the air line.
  5. Connect the nitrogen tank hose onto the air reservoir fill port.
  6. Open the valve on the nitrogen tank, and then set pressure using the regulator.
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    Slowly open valve and adjust the regulator. Verify the pressure is set to 18 bar (261 psi).
  7. Open the valve on the nitrogen tank hose.
  8. Verify that pressure holds on the regulator valve gauge.
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    18 bar (261 psi)
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    If the pressure does not hold, there may be a leak present.
  9. Close the valve on the nitrogen tank hose.
  10. Close the valve on the nitrogen tank.
  11. Close the pressure regulator valve on the nitrogen tank to release pressure in lines.
  12. Disconnect the nitrogen tank hose from the air reservoir fill port.
  13. Install the RH rear fender flare carrier. See Front and Rear Garnish - Carrier - Rear Fender Flare Aft - RH (Remove and Install).
  14. Install the RH rear fender flare. See Front and Rear Garnish - Rear Fender Flare - RH (Remove and Install).
  15. Put the vehicle in TAS normal mode using the vehicle touchscreen.
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    Touch Service > Chassis > Suspension > Normal.
  16. Verify the operation of the air suspension.
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    Cycle the ride height through the vehicle touchscreen: Controls > Suspension > Low to Very High.
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    All doors must be closed to allow ride height to cycle.
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    Set the air suspension back to ''Standard'' after verification.
  17. Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  18. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  19. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.