Tesla Model 3: Condenser (Remove and Replace)
Remove
- Remove the cooling fan module. See
Module - Cooling Fan (Remove and Install).
- Release the clips (x14) that attach the active grille shutter to the
cooling fan module, and then remove the active grille shutter from the
module.
- Remove the screws (x2) that attach the radiator to the cooling fan
module.
Torque 10 Nm
- Release the clip that attaches the radiator to the cooling fan module,
and then remove the radiator from the cooling fan module.
- Release the clips (x2) that attach the condenser to the cooling fan
module, and then remove the condenser from the cooling fan module.
Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Remove
Remove the cabin filters. See
Remove.
Attach the hose to the evaporator cleaner bottle.
Insert the hose in the HVAC filter housing, and then spray the entire
bottle on the evaporat
Remove
Remove the HVAC assembly. See
HVAC Assembly (Remove and Replace).
Put the HVAC assembly on a working surface. Make sure that the HVAC
assembly is on its side with the HVAC inlet facing
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Remove
Remove the LH and RH instrument panel end caps. See
End Cap - Instrument Panel - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH and RH middle A-pillar trims. See
Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH and RH upper A-Pillar trims. See
Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (
Install
Secure the ESD strap to the replacement inverter
housing.
Inspect the condition of the gap pad on the inverter