VCFRONT_a054_compressorLowFlowUserFacing
Cabin climate control system requires service
What does the VCFRONT_a054_compressorLowFlowUserFacing alert mean?
The front vehicle controller (VCFRONT) detected that the compressor delivered much less refrigerant flow than nominal, and discharge temperature was abnormally high.
What you'll see in your Tesla
- Cabin climate control system requires service
- Cabin heating / cooling limited or unavailable
What triggers it
VCFRONT detects that refrigerant flow delivered by compressor is abnormally low, and discharge temperature is abnormally high.
When it clears
The alert will clear once the vehicle wakes from Sleep mode.
Potential impact
The thermal system may not perform as expected, and the compressor may experience loss of electrical isolation due to debris.
Affected models
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