2025-10-03

Thermal Management - Cabin HVAC - Air Intake Duct (Remove and Install)

Correction code NEW 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

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Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.
  • 2025-10-02: Released new procedure.

Remove

  1. Open LH front door
  2. Lower LH front window
  3. Open hood
  4. Remove HEPA filter or big basin
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    Vehicle configuration may vary, W/ HEPA: 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, Pivot rear edge up past brake reservoir then lift up to clear frunk assembly, W/O HEPA: 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, 14x clips, Fold rear lip of base frunk forward to access forward cowl clips, Lift cowl clips to release basin bracket
  5. Remove air intake duct
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    Note
    2x P-Nuts, 13mm, No torque spec, Unscrew P-Nuts until released from stud, Release P-Clamp from strut brace

Install

  1. Install air intake duct
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    2x P-Nuts, 13mm, No torque spec, Push in P-Nuts until intake seal is compressed on dash, Secure P-Clamp to strut brace
  2. Install HEPA filter or big basin
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    Note
    Vehicle configuration may vary, W/ HEPA: 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, Pivot forward edge down past frunk assembly, Then carefully move rear edge past brake reservoir and into position, Gently press on RH side of filter to seat seal onto duct, W/O HEPA: 2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm, 14x clips, Secure basin fasteners then install basin cowl, Fold rear flap of base frunk back to access front row of clips to cowl, Replace any missing or damaged clips, Do not pinch washer line in between big basin and body
  3. Close hood
  4. Raise LH front window
  5. Close LH front door