28/01/2024 21:48:05

Check Valve - Liquid Cooled Condenser (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1840010122 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.

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Stands.
  2. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  3. Remove the underhood storage unit. See Exterior Fittings - Luggage Compartment Trim - Front Luggage Storage Compartment - Frunk Assembly (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the fresh intake duct. See Cabin HVAC -HVAC, Fresh Air Intake (Remove and Replace).
  5. Enable Service Mode via vehicle touchscreen. See Service Mode.
  6. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway Unlock.
  7. On the touchscreen, touch Service Mode > Thermal > Refrigerant System > Start Thermal Fill Drain (Refrigerant Only) and select Run to start the "Start Thermal Fill Drain (Refrigerant Only)" routine.
  8. Begin A/C refrigerant recovery, and then return to this procedure. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
  9. Disconnect LV power. See LV Battery - Li-lon (Disconnect and Connect).
  10. Remove the underhood storage unit. See Exterior Fittings - Luggage Compartment Trim - Front Luggage Storage Compartment - Frunk Assembly (Remove and Replace).
  11. Remove the fresh intake duct. See Cabin HVAC -HVAC, Fresh Air Intake (Remove and Replace).
  12. When the A/C refrigerant recovery is complete, disconnect the A/C hoses from the vehicle. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
  13. Remove the LV battery. See LV Battery - Li-Ion Battery Pack (Remove and Replace).
  14. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Front Undertray - Model 3/Y, Front Aero Shield (Remove and Replace).
  15. Remove the coolant bottle. See Supermanifold -Service Kit, Coolant Bottle, Heat Pump (Remove and Replace).
  16. Remove the supermanifold to HVAC A/C line. See Air Conditioning Pipes - AC Line, Assembly, Manifold To HVAC (Remove and Replace).
  17. Remove and discard the liquid cooled condenser check valve snap ring from the supermanifold.
    Tip: Use an inspection mirror as needed.
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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.
  18. Remove the liquid cooled condenser check valve from the supermanifold.
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    CAUTION
    If the check valve separates from the aluminum cap during removal, do not use metal tools. Metal tools may scrape the supermanifold housing causing internal damage. Use fingers or wrap electrical tape around a 90 degree pick.

Install

  1. Lubricate O-rings on the liquid cooled condenser check valve with the appropriate A/C oil. See Fluids and Capacities for A/C oil specifications. Then install the check valve into the supermanifold.
    Tip: Use an inspection mirror as needed.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    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.
  2. Install a new liquid cooled condenser check valve snap ring onto the supermanifold.
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    Note
    Make sure the snap ring is fully seated inside the groove in the supermanifold.
    Tip: Use an inspection mirror as needed.
  3. Replace the seal washers on the supermanifold to HVAC A/C line assembly on the supermanifold side.
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    Note
    Lubricate the seal washers with the appropriate A/C oil. See Fluids and Capacities for A/C oil specifications.
  4. Replace the seal washers on the supermanifold to HVAC A/C line assembly on the HVAC side.
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    Note
    Lubricate the seal washers with the appropriate A/C oil. See Fluids and Capacities for A/C oil specifications.
  5. Install the supermanifold to HVAC A/C line. See Air Conditioning Pipes - AC Line, Assembly, Manifold To HVAC (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install the coolant bottle. See Supermanifold -Service Kit, Coolant Bottle, Heat Pump (Remove and Replace).
  7. Install the LV battery. See LV Battery - Li-Ion Battery Pack (Remove and Replace).
  8. Connect LV power. See LV Battery - Li-lon (Disconnect and Connect).
  9. Install the front aero shield panel. See Front Undertray - Model 3/Y, Front Aero Shield (Remove and Replace).
  10. When the vacuum leak test is complete, inject the appropriate amount of oil back into the A/C system. See Vacuum Leak Test and Oil Injection.
  11. Recharge the A/C refrigerant. See A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge).
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    CAUTION
    Recharge the refrigerant exactly as instructed. Failure to adhere to the instructions can cause catastrophic damage to the cooling system.
  12. If a refrigerant leak detector is available, make sure that there is no leak at the low pressure temperature sensor.
  13. Fill the coolant level to the "Max" line.
  14. Enable Service Mode via vehicle touchscreen. See Service Mode.
  15. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway Unlock.
  16. Access the thermal system routines on the touchscreen: Touch Quick Controls > Service Mode > Diagnostics > Thermal.
  17. Touch Thermal > Refrigerant System > Stop Thermal Fill Drain and then allow the routine to complete.
  18. Perform the heat pump commissioning through UI: Touch Thermal > Sensors and Valves > Run Heat Pump Commissioning and then touch Run.
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    Note
    Touch Close once the routine is passed.
  19. Touch Thermal > Coolant System > Coolant purge > Run and then allow the routine to complete.
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    Note
    Make sure the vehicle is not in Drive.
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    Note
    The test will last for approximately 10 minutes. Monitor and keep the superbottle topped off while the test is running.
  20. Inspect the coolant level and top off as necessary.
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    Note
    Ensure that the coolant is filled to the "Max" line.
  21. Install the coolant bottle cap.
  22. Perform the thermal performance test through UI: Touch Thermal > Actions > Test Thermal Performance and then touch Run.
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    Note
    Touch Close once the routine is passed.
  23. Perform the HVAC performance test through UI: Touch Thermal > Actions > Test HVAC Performance and then touch Run.
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    Note
    Touch Close once the routine is passed.
  24. Exit Service Mode through UI. See Service Mode.
  25. Install the fresh intake duct. See Cabin HVAC -HVAC, Fresh Air Intake (Remove and Replace).
  26. Install the underhood storage unit. See Exterior Fittings - Luggage Compartment Trim - Front Luggage Storage Compartment - Frunk Assembly (Remove and Replace).
  27. Lower the rack arms fully and remove them from under the vehicle.