28/06/2022 00:56:33

Use Evaporator Foam Cleaner, Replace Cabin Filters

Correction code 18201018 0.54 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.

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Warning
Read the safety information provided with the evaporator cleaning product before beginning this procedure.
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Warning
Wear safety glasses and nitrile chemical resistant gloves and work in a well-ventilated area when using the evaporator cleaning product.
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Warning
When not in use, store the evaporator cleaning product in a cabinet designed for flammable materials.
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CAUTION
Take care to protect all electrical components (connectors, harnesses, body controllers, etc.) from overspray.
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Note
Dispose of spent cleaners and containers in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Procedure

  1. Set the cabin air to HI temperature, maximum blower speed, and outside air intake, and then let the blower run for 8 minutes.
  2. Remove the cabin filters. See Remove.
  3. Place a coolant drain container or absorbent material under the front of the vehicle.
  4. Protect all electrical components (connectors, harnesses, body controllers, etc.) to avoid damage from overspray.
  5. Attach the hose to the evaporator cleaner bottle.
  6. Insert the hose in the HVAC filter housing, and then spray all of the cleaning solution on the evaporator.
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    CAUTION
    Avoid overspray onto electrical components (connectors, harnesses, body controllers, etc.).
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    Note
    Be sure to coat the entire evaporator with the cleaning solution.
  7. Let the cleaning solution sit on the evaporator for 15 minutes.
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    Note
    While waiting, check under the vehicle and adjust the coolant drain container/absorbent material as necessary.
  8. Once the cleaning solution has sat long enough, install new cabin filters. See Install.
  9. Turn on the A/C, set the cabin air to LO temperature, maximum blower speed, and outside air intake.
  10. The cleaning foam will exit through the HVAC drain. Continue to the next step once clean water is observed exiting the HVAC drain.
  11. Remove the coolant drain container/absorbent material from under the vehicle.