2026-03-26
A/C Compressor and Supermanifold (Remove and Replace)
Correction code
18203012
1.38
NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above 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.
NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you
are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below.
NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.
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.
Warning
Cybertruck electronics are powered by a
48V "mid voltage" or "MV" architecture that is designed to improve efficiency. Servicing
MV components requires extra knowledge and care in order to avoid personal and/or
vehicular harm. Read and understand MV precautions in Electrical Precautions and make sure any required
MV-related training courses have been completed, as applicable.
- 2025-12-01: Released new procedure.
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This procedure requires refrigerant evacuation and recharge, Please add specific evacuation and recharge correction code as needed
Note18200102,18033302,18033305,18200122**Always use this Step ID**
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Set up Snap-On AC machine
NoteTouch time only, Connect to power, Turn power switch on, and select gas type
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
- Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_ENTER-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox:(link)
- Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
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Navigate to Refrigerant System through UI
NoteSelect Service Mode > Thermal > Refrigerant System
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Select "Start Thermal Fill Drain (Coolant and Refrigerant)" through UI
NoteAllow routine to complete, ensure routine is successful
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
- Disconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
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Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks
NoteSet vehicle to comfortable working height, Ensure an audible click of locks on both sides is heard before lowering, Vehicle may tilt to the side if both locks are not engaged
- Remove the rear skid plate. See Skid Plate - Rear (Remove and Install).
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Remove all items from pockets and ensure not wearing metal items
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Inspect HV insulating gloves
NoteCheck gloves for damage prior to use, Refer to service document TN-15-92-003, for information on inspecting HV gloves.
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Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves
NoteUse HV cut resistant insulated gloves or HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves, HV Insulating gloves must be worn any time a Hioki Tester or Hi-Pot Tester is used, Refer to service document TN-15-92-003 R5 for PPE requirements depending on vehicle configuration.
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Verify no HV - Install amp clamp to RDU HV harness
NoteVerify meter is zeroed out before performing measurement, Measure single cable. Verify ammeter is installed in correct direction. If current > 0.5A do not proceed with disconnecting HV connector. In this case, start vehicle electrical isolation again to make sure that all was properly shut down. Escalate for assistance as requiredIf current < 0.5A, Ok to disconnect and check voltage at HV plug on the battery side.Release locking tab and rotate the release lever up to disengage the connector, Release harness clip, Do not force the release lever up, Ensure the alignment tabs on the RDU header are not damagedMake sure to wear PPE (HV gloves, safety glasses) when working on high voltage component, Measure B+ to Ground, B- to Ground, B+ to B-, If voltage is greater than 10V, Pack contactors are not open or welded, Stop work and reach out to Service Engineering
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Secure RDU header connector to ancillary
Note1x connector, Verify lever is in the upright and open position, Carefully seat connector and allow lever to engage, Fully secure lever and verify red tab is locked, Do not damage any pins
- Remove leather over gloves and HV insulating gloves
- Install the rear skid plate. See Skid Plate - Rear (Remove and Install).
- Remove the front aero shield. See Aeroshield - Front (Remove and Install).
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Place coolant catcher below RH front of vehicle
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Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
NoteRaise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
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Remove caps from low side and high side AC ports
Note2x caps
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Connect AC hoses to vehicle
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Perform refrigerant system recovery
NoteNote or print the amount of refrigerant and oil recovered, If drained oil level increased more than 1.01 oz (30 mL) refer to drained oil loss chart https://toolbox.teslamotors.com/articles/353700
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Remove AC hoses from vehicle
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Release vacuum from A/C lines
Note2x schrader valves, Carefully depress the schrader valves to release vacuum from A/C lines
- Remove the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
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Remove bolts securing supermanifold
Note2x bolts, 15mm, 33 Nm, Break free then remove by hand to avoid tool jamming, Support manifold from underneath, Lower Supermanifold until resting on HVAC case
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Disconnect the powertrain bypass hose, radiator outlet hose, radiator inlet hose from the Supermanifold
Note3x spring clips, This will drain the coolant reservoir
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Disconnect radiator to manifold hose from radiator and plug connections
Note1x spring clip, Remove from vehicle, Plug hoses
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Disconnect supermanifold harness
Note1x connector
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Disconnect battery supply hose, powertrain supply hose, and battery return hose from supermanifold
Note3x spring clip, 2x connectors, Do not push down on red tab, Pull red tab to disengage lock, Pull again to release connector, Pull supermanifold forward to access clips and connectors
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Release remote brake fluid reservoir
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 8 Nm, 1x datum, Lift upwards to release datum, Position aside, Avoid tipping over
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Disconnect AC compressor logic connector
Note1x locking electrical connector, Do not push down on red tab, Pull to disengage lock, Pull again to release connector
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Disconnect HV harness connector from AC compressor
Note1x locking electrical connector, Pull red locking tab away from compressor then slide black lock upwards to release
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Remove AC compressor ground strap
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 16 Nm, Release harness edge clip once ground is free
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Release compressor from Megabeam
Note3x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm, Recommend assistance, Support the AC compressor while removing the fasteners, Carefully remove the AC compressor towards the front of the vehicle and under the Megabeam, Place fender cover on fan housing and gently place AC compressor assembly down
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Release refrigerant suction and discharge lines from compressor
Note2x nuts, 13mm, 22 Nm, Remove nuts then remove AC line assembly from compressor, Ensure washers do not remain on compressor
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Remove compressor from vehicle
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Remove NVH cover from compressor
Note5x tabs
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Protect the LP and HP opening ports on the AC compressor
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Reset compressor oil level
NoteZero scale before use, Locate manufacturer label on compressor then note "Dry Weight" from label, Place compressor on scale then add RB100EV POE oil until the scale reads the value equal to dry weight plus 250gFor example:(Dry weight = 7000gAdd oil until scale reads 7250g)
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Install NVH cover to compressor
Note5x tabs, Ensure cover is secure, New compressor oil weight is 250G
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Remove nut securing Penta HVAC line assembly to the Supermanifold plate
Note1x nut, 13mm, 36 Nm
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Remove AC line from Supermanifold
Note1x bolt, 13mm, 22 Nm, 1x bolt, 10mm, 8 Nm, Remove bolt at supermanifold then mounting bracket bolt near LV battery, Remove AC line assembly from supermanifold, Ensure no washers remain on supermanifold
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Remove the Supermanifold from the vehicle
NoteRecommend assistance, Rotate the Supermanifold counter clockwise under the Megabeam, Support from underneath and at reservoir
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Install -B adapter to A/C lines
Note1x nut, 13mm,36 Nm, Secure Supermanifold to compressor a/c line onto -B adapter, Then insert supermanifold to HVAC a/c line onto -B adapter
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Install AC flush adapters onto AC manifold to compressor lines
Note2x nuts, 13mm, 22 Nm, Install flush adapters onto suction and discharge lines on compressor side, Leave seal washers on AC manifold line, Inspect o-rings and replace if damaged, Use 13mm nuts from compressor to secure flush adapters
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Perform AC System Flush procedure
NoteTouch time only, System flush procedure runs for approximately 90 minutes, Minimum of 3200g of refrigerant needed in tank to run system flush procedure, On AC machine main menu select > Manual > Flushing Kit, Enter 25min vacuum time > Enter > Connect and open couplers > Emter, Machine will perform multiple flush cycles, Allow process to complete
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Remove -B adapter to A/C lines
Note1x nut, 13mm, 27 Nm
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Remove AC flush adapters from supermanifold to compressor AC line assembly
Note2x nuts, 13mm, 22 Nm
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Replace the seal washers to the Penta HVAC line on the AC manifold side
Note5x seal washers, Lube seal washers with RB100EV POE oil
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Install the Supermanifold to the vehicle
NoteRecommend assistance, Rotate the Supermanifold counter clockwise under the Megabeam, Support from underneath and at reservoir, Align penta HVAC line
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Secure chiller to battery hose, powertrain supply hose, chiller to battery hose to supermanifold
Note3x spring clip, 2x connectors, Engage locking tabs, Ensure all hoses are fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
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Install pentaline to Supermanifold
Note1x nut, 13mm, 36 Nm, Ensure good alignment of pipes before tightening nut
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Install bolts securing supermanifold
Note2x bolts, 15mm, 33 Nm, Start by hand
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Connect radiator to manifold hose to radiator
Note1x spring clip, Ensure hose is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
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Secure powertrain bypass hose, radiator outlet hose, and radiator inlet hose to Supermanifold
Note3x spring clips, Ensure all hoses are fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
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Connect supermanifold electrical connector
Note1x connector
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Replace seal washers for supermanifold to compressor AC line on supermanifold side
Note2x seal washers, Lube seal washers with RB100EV POE oil
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Install AC manifold line assembly to Supermanifold
Note1x bolt, 13mm, 22 Nm, 1x bolt, 10mm, 8 Nm, Install manifold to Supermanifold then secure bracket near LV battery
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Reconnect AC hoses to vehicle
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Perform system vacuum and refrigerant refill
NoteSelect 20 mins of Vacuum, Recharge refrigerant to car's specs, add oil quantity as needed, select both HP and LP for charging
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Remove AC hoses from vehicle
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Install caps onto AC ports
Note2x caps
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Remove coolant bottle cap
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Install coolant reservoir adaptor cap onto coolant bottle assembly
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Place empty coolant container into front storage area
NoteIf frunk is not installed take caution, CFM fan shroud assembly cannot support a full coolant container, Ensure overflow container is empty, Place fender cover over FEM and front fascia
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Fill container with at least 15L of coolant
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Place filled coolant container onto coolant drain & fill cart
NoteDo not place container with 15L of coolant on top of CFM fan shroud, Position cart as close as possible to front of vehicle
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Setup coolant refill tool
NoteVerify all valves on refill tool are in the closed position, See image for clarity
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Install vacuum refill hose to refill cap on coolant bottle
NotePerform push-pull-push test to verify hose is fully installed
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Position overflow hose into empty container
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Place refill hose inside filled coolant container
NoteMake sure hose end is fully submerged into coolant
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Connect shop air supply to coolant refill tool
NoteIf not already done, Verify refill valve is set to off
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Open air inlet valve to draw a vacuum, Once gauge stabilizes, Fully close valve
NoteGauge stabilizes roughly (60-70 cmHg), Vacuum should not drop after the valves are closed
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Slowly open the refill valve to allow coolant to be drawn into the system
NoteMake sure hose end of refill hose is fully submerged during entire process
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Once the gauge reads zero, close the coolant refill valve
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Remove shop air supply to coolant refill tool
NoteIf not already done, Verify refill valve is set to off
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Remove coolant refill hose from coolant container
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Remove coolant overflow hose from coolant container
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Remove vacuum refill hose from refill cap on coolant bottle
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Remove vacuum refill cap from coolant bottle assembly
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Remove coolant refill tool from vehicle
NoteMove coolant drain & fill cart away from vehicle
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Remove coolant container from inside underhood area
- Reconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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Perform software reinstall
NoteVia UI > Service Mode > Software Reinstall > CAN ECU > Reinstall, Reinstall will begin immediately, Once firmware redeploy is complete, Verify release notes are present via UI
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Access thermal system routines using the UI
NoteSelect quick controls > Service mode > Thermal > Actions
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Select "Start Coolant Air Purge" using the UI
NoteTouch time only, wait until coolant pumps stop running (audible noise), Routine Passed will appear, but pumps will run for 10 minutes, If you start next another routine during this time it will fail, Make sure vehicle is not in "Drive", Routine is still running despite the completed message, Speeds can be monitored in garage under PT Thermal tab, Idle speed = ~1500 RPM, Test will vary speeds from 3500-6500 RPM and actuate valves between SERIES and PARALLEL, Putting vehicle into "Drive" will stop this routine, If speeds hover at 7000 RPM, this indicates the pumps are air locked, perform a vacuum fill, Continue to add coolant and purge until the coolant level reaches between the NOM and MAX Lines on the bottle
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Inspect coolant level and top off as necessary
NoteEnsure that the fluid level is at the Max line, Top off fluid as required
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Install coolant bottle cap
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Navigate to Refrigerant System through UI
NoteSelect Service Mode > Thermal > Refrigerant System
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Run ODIN routine
PROC_EGGRIGHT3_X_THERMAL-FILL-DRAIN-STOPvia Service Mode:
- Thermal ➜ Actions ➜ Stop Thermal Fill/Drain
- Thermal ➜ Coolant System ➜ Stop Coolant Fill/Drain
- Thermal ➜ Refrigerant System ➜ Stop Refrigerant Fill/Drain
- Drive Inverter ➜ Front Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Stop Fluid Fill/Drain
- Drive Inverter ➜ Rear Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Stop Fluid Fill/Drain
- Drive Inverter ➜ Rear Left Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Stop Fluid Fill/Drain
- Drive Inverter ➜ Rear Right Drive Inverter Replacement ➜ Stop Fluid Fill/Drain
- Drive Unit ➜ Front Drive Unit Replacement ➜ Stop Coolant Fill/Drain
- Drive Unit ➜ Rear Drive Unit Replacement ➜ Stop Coolant Fill/Drain
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Perform Heat Pump Commissioning through UI
NoteSelect Thermal > Sensors and Valves > Run Heat Pump Commissioning, click Run, close once routine is passed
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Perform Thermal Performance through the UI
NoteSelect Thermal > Actions > Test Thermal Performance, click Run, close once routine is completed
- Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_EXIT-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox:(link)
- Install the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
- Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
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This procedure requires refrigerant evacuation and recharge, Please add specific evacuation and recharge correction code as needed
Note18200102,18033302,18033305,18200122**Always use this Step ID**