Supermanifold - Supermanifold (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 1840114072 FRT 2.04 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.
Remove
- 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).
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Navigate to Refrigerant System on the
vehicle touchscreen.
NoteTouch Service Mode > Thermal > Refrigerant System
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Touch Start Thermal Fill Drain (Refrigerant
only).
NoteAllow 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).
- Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
- Raise and support the vehicle on a 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Perform Vehicle HV Disablement procedure. See Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure.
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Remove the front aero shield.
Notex11 bolts, 10 mm, 6 Nm
- Place a coolant catcher below the RH front of the vehicle.
- Lower the vehicle until the tires are touching the ground.
- Recover the A/C refrigerant. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
- Remove the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
supermanifold to the megabeam.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm deep socket
NoteBreak free the bolts, and then remove by hand to avoid tool jamming.NoteSupport the supermanifold from underneath. Lower supermanifold until resting on the HVAC case. -
Disconnect the powertrain bypass hose,
the radiator outlet hose, and the radiator inlet hose from the supermanifold.
Notex3 spring clipsNoteThis will drain the coolant reservoir.
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Disconnect the radiator outlet hose
from the radiator.
Notex1 spring clip.NoteRemove the hose from the vehicle.NotePlug hoses.
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Disconnect the supermanifold harness
electrical connector.
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Disconnect the chiller to battery
hose, the powertrain supply hose, and the chiller to battery hose from the
supermanifold.
Notex3 spring clip; x2 electrical connectorsNoteDo not push down on red tab. Pull the red tab to disengage the lock, and then pull again to release the electrical connector.NotePull the supermanifold forward to access the spring clips and electrical connectors.
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Remove the remote brake fluid
reservoir.
Notex1 bolt, 10 mm, 8 Nm, x1 datumNoteLift upwards to release datum.NotePosition aside.NoteAvoid tipping over.
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Disconnect the A/C compressor logic
electrical connector.
Notex1 locking electrical connector. Do not push down on red tab. Pull to disengage lock, and then pull again to release the electrical connector.
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Release the connector lock, and then
disconnect the A/C Compressor HV harness electrical connector from the A/C
Compressor.
NotePull the red locking tab away from the black lever, and then slide the black lever upwards.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the A/C
compressor ground strap.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
NoteRelease the harness edge clip once the ground is free. -
Remove the A/C hoses from the
vehicle.
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Remove bolts (x3) that attach the A/C
compressor to the megabeam.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
NoteRecommend assistance.NoteSupport the A/C compressor while removing the fasteners.NoteCarefully remove the A/C compressor towards the front of the vehicle and under the megabeam.NotePlace fender cover on the fan housing, and then gently place the A/C compressor assembly down.NoteAvoid 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.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
NoteRemove the nuts (x2), and then remove the A/C lines from the A/C compressor.NoteMake sure that the washers do not remain on the A/C compressor. - Remove the A/C compressor from the vehicle.
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Remove the NVH cover from the old A/C
compressor.
Notex5 tabs
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Protect the LP and HP opening ports on
the AC compressor with masking tape.
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Reset the A/C compressor oil
level.
NoteZero scale before use.NoteLocate manufacturer label on compressor, and then note the "Dry Weight" from the label.NotePlace compressor on the scale, and then add RB100EV POE oil until the scale reads the value equal to dry weight plus 250g. For example: (Dry weight = 7000g. Add oil until scale reads 7250g).
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Install the NVH cover to the A/C
compressor.
Notex5 tabsNoteMake sure that the NVH cover is secured.
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Install the A/C flush adapters on the
A/C manifold to A/C compressor lines.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
NoteInstall the flush adapters onto the suction and discharge lines on the A/C compressor side.NoteLeave the seal washers on the A/C manifold line.NoteInspect O-rings and replace them, if damaged.NoteUse 13 mm nuts from the A/C compressor to secure the flush adapters. -
Perform the A/C System Flush
procedure.
NoteSystem flush procedure runs for approximately 90 minutes. Minimum of 3200g of refrigerant needed in the tank to run system flush procedure. On the A/C machine main menu, select > Manual > Flushing Kit. Enter 25 min vacuum time > Enter > Connect and open couplers > Enter.NoteA/C machine will perform multiple flush cycles.NoteAllow process to complete.
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Remove the A/C flush adapters from the
supermanifold to the compressor A/C line assembly.
Notex2 nuts, 13 mm, 22 Nm
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Remove the nut that attaches the Penta
HVAC line assembly to the supermanifold plate.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm deep socket
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Remove the bolt that attaches the A/C
line to the supermanifold.
Notex1 bolt, 13 mm, 22 Nm; x1 bolt, 10 mm, 8 NmNoteRemove the bolt at the supermanifold, and then mounting bracket bolt near the MV battery.NoteRemove the A/C line assembly from the supermanifold.NoteMake sure that no washers remain on the supermanifold.
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Remove the supermanifold from the
vehicle.
NoteRecommend assistance.NoteRotate the supermanifold counterclockwise under the megabeam.NoteSupport from underneath and at the reservoir.
Install
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Replace the seal washers (x5) to the
Penta HVAC line on the A/C manifold side.
NoteLubricate the seal washers with RB100EV POE oil.
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Install the supermanifold to the
vehicle.
NoteRecommend assistance.NoteRotate the supermanifold counterclockwise under the megabeam.NoteSupport from underneath and at reservoir.NoteAlign penta HVAC line.
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Secure the chiller to battery hose,
the powertrain supply hose, and the chiller to battery hose to the supermanifold.
Notex3 spring clip, x2 electrical connectors.NoteEngage the locking tabs.NoteMake sure that all hoses are fully engaged with a push-pull-push test.
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Install the nut that attaches the
pentaline to the supermanifold.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm deep socket
NoteMake sure that good alignment of pipes before tightening the nut. -
Install the bolts (x2) that attach the
supermanifold to the megabeam.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm deep socket
NoteStart the bolts by hand. -
Connect the radiator outlet hose to
the radiator.
Notex1 spring clipNoteMake sure that the hose is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test.
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Secure the powertrain bypass hose, the
radiator outlet hose, and the radiator inlet hose to the supermanifold.
Notex3 spring clipsNoteMake sure that all hoses are fully engaged with a push-pull-push test.
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Connect the supermanifold electrical
connector.
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Replace the seal washers (x2) for the
supermanifold to compressor A/C line on the supermanifold side.
NoteLubricate the seal washers with RB100EV POE oil.
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Install the A/C manifold line assembly
to the supermanifold.
Notex1 bolt, 13 mm, 22 Nm; x1 bolt, 10 mm, 8 NmNoteInstall new washer seals.NoteInstall the manifold to the supermanifold, and then secure the bracket near the MV battery.
- Perform the A/C Vacuum and Run Leak Test. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
- Perform the cooling system vacuum refill procedure. See Cooling System (Vacuum Refill).
- Perform the A/C refrigerant recharge. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
- Reconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
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Reinstall vehicle software.
NoteTouch Service Mode UI > Software Reinstall > Reinstall.NoteVehicle software installation will begin immediately.
- Perform the A/C performance tests. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
- Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Install the frunk. See Frunk 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.