Bracket - Compressor (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 18203202 0.90 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.
- 2023-06-22: Added link to vehicle electrical isolation procedure.
- Open LH front door
- Lower LH front window
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Raise and support vehicle
NoteSet air suspension to "Jack Mode" if equipped
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Open hood
NoteUsing center display touchscreen > Quick Controls > Frunk Open
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Power off vehicle from center display
NoteVia Controls > Safety & Security > Power Off
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Remove rear underhood apron
Note8x clips
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Remove LH underhood apron
Note10x clips
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Remove RH underhood apron
Note10x clips
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Remove front underhood apron
Note7x clips
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Remove frunk access panel
Note3x clips, 3x hooks, 1x connector
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Remove frunk carpet
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Remove frunk assembly
Note4x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
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Disconnect LV battery connector and First Responder Loop
Note2x connectors, Lift up to release CPA first, then pull black connector lock away from cables and pull up to release connector
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Verify operation of multimeter
NoteSet multimeter to DC voltage, Confirm multimeter is properly measuring voltage by testing LV battery, Touch lightly and do not damage terminals
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Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks
NoteSet vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
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Remove clips securing mid aero shield
Note4x push clips
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Remove bolts securing mid aero shield and remove from vehicle
Note16x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
- Perform Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure. See Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure.
- Remove the leather glove protectors and HV insulating gloves
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Apply Loctite 222 onto mid aero shield bolts and install fasteners securing mid aero shield to vehicle
Note16x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
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Install clips securing mid aero shield
Note4x push clips
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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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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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Remove retaining clip securing AC compressor logic harness to AC compressor HV harness bracket
Note1x fir tree clip
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Remove fastener securing AC compressor HV harness bracket to AC compressor
Note1x bolt, 13mm, 9 Nm
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Disconnect HV harness connector from AC compressor
Note1x locking electrical connector, Move black locking tab away form the AC compressor, Push down on locking connector to release and pull straight out of socket
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Remove AC compressor ground strap
Note1x bolt, T25, 7 Nm
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Remove the clip securing the coolant hose to the AC compressor bracket
Note1x fir tree clip
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Remove coolant pump from AC compressor bracket
NoteSlide pump assembly away from compressor off lower bracket
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Release the HV heat pump bracket from the compressor eyelet
Note1x tab, Release bracket tab and rotate rearward and up to clear compressor eyelet
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Set HV heat pump bracket aside
NoteNegotiate underneath high pressure pipe
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Release compressor bracket from multi-system beam
Note2x bolts, 15mm, 31 Nm, Recommend assistance, Support the AC compressor while removing the fasteners, Carefully remove the AC compressor and AC compressor bracket towards the front of the vehicle and under the multi-system beam, Be cautious around the coolant hose and supermanifold harness, Place fender cover on fan housing and gently place AC compressor assembly down
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Remove AC compressor bracket
Note3x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm
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Install the AC compressor bracket to the AC compressor
Note3x bolts, 10mm, 9 Nm
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Position AC compressor bracket assembly into vehicle and secure AC compressor assembly to multi-system beam
Note2x bolts, 15mm, 31 Nm, Recommend assistance, Support the AC compressor while installing the fasteners, Carefully install the AC compressor and AC compressor bracket towards the rear of the vehicle and under the multi-system beam, Negotiate bracket around coolant hose and supermanifold harness, Hand start bolts
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Torque AC compressor bracket bolts to multi-system beam
Note2x bolts, 15mm, 31 Nm
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Position HV heat pump bracket
NoteNegotiate underneath high pressure pipe
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Secure HV heat pump bracket to AC compressor eyelet
NoteEnsure locking tab engages eyelet
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Connect HV harness connector to AC compressor
Note1x locking electrical connector, 3 stage locking connector, After fully seating the connector onto the AC compressor engage the black locking tab by pushing toward the AC compressor, Perform push-pull-push test to ensure proper seating
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Install fastener securing AC compressor HV harness bracket to AC compressor
Note1x bolt, 13mm, 9 Nm
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Install AC compressor ground strap
Note1x bolt, T25, 7 Nm
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Install coolant pump onto AC compressor bracket
NoteSlide pump assembly onto compressor lower bracket
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Install the clip securing the coolant hose to the AC compressor bracket
Note1x fir tree clip
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Connect First Responder Loop and LV battery connector
Note2x connectors Secure FRL first, Position LV connector and push down while seating black connector lock, Secure CPA last
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Install frunk assembly
Note4x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
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Install frunk carpet
NoteVerify carpet is properly seated under the seal
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Install frunk access panel
Note3x clips, 3x hooks, 1x connector
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Install front underhood apron
Note7x clips
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Install RH underhood apron
Note10x clips
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Install LH underhood apron
Note10x clips
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Install rear underhood apron
Note8x clips
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Close hood
NotePress firmly in green highlighted areas (see image), Damage may result from pressure elsewhere on hood
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Remove vehicle from lift
NoteLower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
- Raise LH front window
- Close LH front door