30/10/2024 23:59:13

Service Kit - Liquid Cooled Condenser (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1840010062 FRT 1.02 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.

  • 2024-01-29: Added a step of vacuuming and refilling coolant.
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Note
This procedure requires the A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge) procedure to be performed. If not already automatically added to the Service Visit, add correction code 18200102 as a separate activity to the Service Visit.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Service Kit - Liquid Cooled Condenser (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x4) that attach the liquid cooled condenser to the supermanifold
8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
  • 8 mm socket
  • 6 in extension
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See GUID-0ECF2493-88F6-48E9-ADBB-9AE1D52E217C.html.
  2. Recover the A/C refrigerant. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge) (Maintenance).
  3. Remove the LV battery. See LV Battery (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the coolant bottle cap. See Cap - Coolant Reservoir (Remove and Replace).
  6. Disconnect the powertrain bypass hose from the Supermanifold.
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    Note
    Plug the hose and supermanifold as needed.
  7. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose from the Supermanifold.
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    Note
    Plug the hose and supermanifold as needed.
  8. Disconnect the radiator inlet hose from the Supermanifold
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    Note
    Plug the hose and supermanifold as needed.
  9. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the high pressure and temperature sensor.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  10. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the recirc EXV (expansion valve).
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  11. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the liquid cooled condenser EXV.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  12. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the liquid cooled condenser shut off valve.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  13. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the right side cabin condenser EXV.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  14. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the high pressure and temperature subcool sensor.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  15. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the left side cabin condenser EXV.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  16. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the chiller EXV.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  17. Release the locking tab, and then disconnect the electrical connector from the evap EXV.
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  18. Move thermal harness from supermanifold to side.
  19. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach liquid cooled condenser to Supermanifold.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
    • 6 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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    Warning
    The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
  20. Slightly release top end of liquid cooled condenser from supermanifold to allow any excess coolant to drain.
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    Note
    Leave the AC ports of liquid cooled condenser intact to supermanifold to avoid any cross contamination.
  21. Remove liquid cooled condenser from Supermanifold.
  22. Remove and discard the liquid cooled condenser outlet and inlet gaskets from Supermanifold.

Install

  1. Install new liquid cooled condenser inlet and outlet gaskets to Supermanifold.
  2. Install the liquid cooled condenser onto Supermanifold.
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    Note
    Lubricate both O-rings on the liquid cooled condenser with the appropriate A/C oil. See Fluids and Capacities for A/C oil specifications. Then hand tighten the bolts that attach the cooled condenser to Supermanifold.
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    Ensure the liquid cooled condenser is fully seated on Supermanifold before installing the bolts.
  3. Torque the bolts (x4) that attach the liquid cooled condenser to Supermanifold in a cross-pattern.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
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    Warning
    The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 8 mm socket
    • 6 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  4. Route thermal harness back to supermanifold.
  5. Connect the electrical connector on the evap EXV.
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    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab towards the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  6. Connect the electrical connector on the chiller EXV.
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    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab towards the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  7. Connect the electrical connector on the left side cabin condenser EXV.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab towards the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  8. Connect the electrical connector on the right side cabin condenser EXV.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab towards the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  9. Connect the electrical connector on the high pressure and temperature subcool sensor.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab towards the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  10. Connect the electrical connector on the liquid cooled condenser shut off valve.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab towards the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  11. Connect the electrical connector on the liquid cooled condenser EXV.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab towards the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  12. Connect the electrical connector on the recirc EXV.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab towards the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  13. Connect the electrical connector on the high pressure and temperature sensor.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Push the red locking tab towards the connector to engage the locking mechanism. DO NOT push down or pull up on the red locking tab.
  14. Install the radiator inlet hose to Supermanifold.
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    Note
    Remove plugs from both ends of coolant connections before installation. Perform a push-pull-push test to make sure the hose is fully seated.
  15. Install the radiator outlet hose to Supermanifold.
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    Remove plugs from both ends of coolant connections before installation. Perform a push-pull-push test to make sure the hose is fully seated.
  16. Install the powertrain bypass hose to Supermanifold.
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    Note
    Remove plugs from both ends of coolant connections before installation. Perform a push-pull-push test to make sure the hose is fully seated.
  17. Remove the fluid catcher from underneath the vehicle.
  18. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  19. Vacuum and refill coolant. See Cooling System - Vacuum Refill.
  20. Perform the vacuum leak test and oil injection. See Vacuum Leak Test and Oil Injection.
  21. Recharge the A/C refrigerant. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge) (Maintenance).
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Recharge the refrigerant exactly as instructed. Failure to adhere to the instructions can cause catastrophic damage to the cooling system.
  22. Connect the LV battery power. See LV Battery - Li-lon (Disconnect and Connect).
  23. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway Unlock.
  24. On the touchscreen, touch Service Mode > Thermal > Refrigerant System > Stop Thermal Fill Drain, and allow the routine to complete.
  25. On the touchscreen, touch Quick Controls > Service Mode > Diagnostics > Thermal > Coolant System > Coolant purge, click Run, and then allow the routine to complete.
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    Make sure the vehicle is not in Drive.
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    The test will last for approximately 10 minutes. Monitor and keep the superbottle topped off while the test is running.
  26. Inspect the coolant level and top off as necessary.
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    Ensure that the coolant is filled to the "Max" line.
  27. Install the coolant bottle cap.
  28. On the touchscreen, touch Service Mode > Thermal > Sensors and Valves > Run Heat Pump Commissioning, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
  29. On the touchscreen, touch Service Mode > Thermal > Actions > Test Thermal Performance, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
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    Touch Close once the routine is passed.
  30. On the touchscreen, touch Service Mode > Thermal > Actions > Test HVAC Performance, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
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    Touch Close once the routine is passed.
  31. Exit Service Mode through UI. See Service Mode.
  32. Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
  33. Lower the lift arms fully and remove them from under the vehicle.