Tesla "A/C Compressor Repair Guide" Cost, Part details, How to replace

1. Introduction.

There are different kind of A/C Compressor generation.

It is located in the front part of the car and it connect to Front Distribution Box.

How to diagnose if compressor is bad?

It could be possible to diagnose in different ways. Some of common ways could be followings:

1.1 Service Alerts in Service Mode

You could do diagnose via Service Mode with the help of service alerts etc. Please see below for some of most common alerts codes. Please feel free to send your service alerts codes. We will be happy to help you.

1.2 HV Systems Status in Service Mode

You could also check Service > Battery > High Voltage

Service Mode > High Voltage > HV Systems

2. A/C Compressor Cost

Compressor cost could vary depend on condition (Model, Generation, New, Used, remanufactured etc.), OEM or Aftermarket part etc. Cost can also vary depend on generation.

If you would like to buy A/C Compressor with good price. Please feel free to contact us or have a look in our catalog. We also sell aftermarket, used etc.

1st Generation

Compressor will cost around 560.

2nd Generation

Compressor will cost around 1,110.

Tesla Model S AC Compressor Part Cost

3. Labor Cost to replace A/C Compressor

Labor cost could vary depend on type of workshop, location. If you are looking for best affordable independent workshop, who can replace/repair with affordable price. Please free to contact us Call/Whats App +49(0)15226242038 or find best affordable workshop in our Workshop Locator

Please have a look on common repair prices Price List

3.1 Labor Cost in Authorised Service Center

It could cost labor rate per hour * Flat Rate Time. Labor rate per hour could vary depend on location. However it could cost in between 175 - 275 euro/dollars per hours. Flat rate time could vary depend on work. If you would like to know Flat Rate Time for particular work. Please contact us.

1st Generation Compressor

It will take around 1,38 hours to replace and will cost around 250.
Tesla A/C Compressor repair cost

2nd Generation Compressor

Tesla ModelS AC Compressor 2nd generation replacement labor cost

3.2 Cost in Independent Workshop

It could vary depend on type of workshop, city/region/country etc. Some of common repair/services prices you could find Price List

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4. Compressor Part Name and Number (details)

Model Year Part Number Part Name
S

1028398-00-J

 

COMPRESSOR, A/C ELECTRIC - HVCC For vehicles built on or after July 10, 2014.
S

6007380-00-D

COMPRESSOR - A/C ELECTRIC
X
Y  1501256-02-M  ASSEMBLY - AC COMPRESSOR
3 1088198-00-P AC COMPRESSOR, M3
Part number could vary depend on model year, region etc. If you need help to find/order correct part for your car. Please free to contact us Call/Whats App +49(0)15226242038

A/C Compressor Fuse

In some cases, Fuse could blow up and system will show alert.

In case if you use used compressor. Please make sure Fuse is not faulty/blowen up. Please feel to contact us to know how could be checked.

Location of fuse could vary depend on model.

Possible alert code

THC_w0031_compNoFeedback - could be blown up fuse in DC-DC converter 

Guide to remove and replace Fuse Link

5. Online Support

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6. Find, compare and Book workshop to Fix it

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7. Book an Appointment to replace compressor

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Buy New/Used Spare Parts

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How to remove and replace A/C Compressor

Guide to remove and replace Link

Alert Code

Some of most common possible alert code

VCFRONT_a161

THC_d0010_compressor This is general alert which suggest issue with compressor.

THC_w0031_compNoFeedback - could be blown up fuse in DC-DC converter 

VCFRONT_a161

  • VCFRONT_a161_compressorSelfFault
  • Compressor is failing internally and shorting out internally. It need to replace compressor.
  • Alert Description: The vehicle controller detects the refrigerant compressor is reporting an internal condition.
  • Potential Impact: Cabin climate control system air conditioning may be limited or unavailable. Powertrain performance may be limited.
  • Set condition: The refrigerant compressor reports an internal condition, or the high voltage (HV) supply is higher than expected.
  • Clear condition: The refrigerant compressor no longer reports an internal condition, or the high voltage (HV) supply is within the expected threshold.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I do at Local Workshop, Independent Tesla Workshop?

Yes, you can. However, please make sure that workshop knows how to work to Tesla Cars. If local workshop need any support. Please feel to contact us. We will be happy to provide online shop. You can also find workshop in our Workshop Locator.

Can I do it/repair yourself/myself (DIY)?

Some of repair could be done at DIY. In case, if you needed Tools, Know-How, Time etc. Please feel to contact us. We will be happy to provide you online support. 

Note: Please do not work with high voltage components. If you do not need needed/proper Tools, Know-How etc. It could be dangerous.

Mobile repair service?

In some of cases, we could also provide mobile services. Please feel to contact us where are you located and what kind of repair are you looking for.

Car not under warranty, salvage, accident, flood, modified cars?

It is highly recommended to perform repair with independent workshop to save money.

Car under warranty?

In case if your car is under warranty. It is recommended to perform certain repair works (HV Components, ADAS etc) with OEM during warranty period. Wear and Tear Part Repair could be done with independent workshop to save money. Please read more details in another guide. Link 

Alert still appearing after repair?

There could be many reasons. Some of reasons could be please make sure that repair was done in correct way, did you restart system after performing repair? did you Reinstall Firmware? Still appearing alert: Please free to Contact Us. We will be happy to provide you online support. Phone/Whats App +49(0)15226242038

Did you use used A/C compressor?

 

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