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.

1. Raise and support vehicle
   Note

   Set air suspension to "Jack Mode"

   

   

2. Open LH front door
   Note

   Push LH B-pillar door trigger to release
3. Lower LH front window
4. Remove LH front wheel cap
   Note

   1x cap, 8x clips, Use both hands to firmly pull wheel cap to release clips, Cap may remove with or without mounting ring attached

   

   

   

   

5. Loosen LH front wheel nuts
   Note

   6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm

   

6. Raise vehicle fully
   Note

   Set to a comfortable working height, Lower to locks, Ensure locks engage on both sides to prevent tilting
7. Remove rear skid plate
   Note

   6x clips, 3x bolts, 15mm, 42 Nm, 5x bolts, 13mm, 28 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm

   

   

   

   

   

8. Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks
   Note

   Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
9. Remove LH front wheel
   Note

   6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm

   

10. Loosen LH outer tie rod end jam nut
    Note

    1x nut, 24mm, 90 Nm

    

    

11. Remove nut securing LH tie rod end to knuckle
    Note

    1x nut, 21mm, 170 Nm

    

12. Remove LH tie rod end from knuckle

    

13. Remove LH outer tie rod end from front steering rack assembly
    Note

    Count how many turns it takes to fully remove and write this down you will need it when installing the tie rod end again

    

    

    

14. Install LH outer tie rod end onto front steering rack assembly
    Note

    Turn the outer tie rod end exactly the amount of rotations it took to remove it, This ensures the alignment is as close as possible to where it was originally

    

    

    

15. Position LH tie rod end onto knuckle

    

16. Install nut securing LH tie rod end to knuckle
    Note

    1x nut, 21mm, 170 Nm

    

17. Secure tie rod end jam nut
    Note

    1x nut, 24mm, 90 Nm

    

    

18. Install LH front wheel
    Note

    6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm

    

19. Raise vehicle fully
    Note

    Set to a comfortable working height, Lower to locks, Ensure locks engage on both sides to prevent tilting
20. Install rear skid plate
    Note

    6x clips, 3x bolts, 15mm, 42 Nm, 5x bolts, 13mm, 28 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Apply Loctite 222 to mid aero shield bolts and install fasteners

    

    

    

    

    

21. Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
    Note

    Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
22. Torque LH front wheel nuts
    Note

    6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm, Use star pattern

    

23. Install LH front wheel cap
    Note

    1x cap, 8x clips, Partially secure wheel cap to wheel, While partially installed wheel cover can be rotated to align with tire design, When aligned press inward from center of cap then secure all clips to mounting ring

    

    

    

24. Remove vehicle from lift
    Note

    Lower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
25. Raise LH front window
26. Close LH front door
27. Perform test drive
    Note

    Perform a validation test drive after repairDrive a minimum speed of 25mph, Drive in a straight line and check for excessive pull, Verify the steering wheel is centered when vehicle is driving straight, Determine whether an alignment is recommendedAdd correction code 00040100 as needed