2024-09-26

Ride Height Calibration

Correction code NA FRT 0.12 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 LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

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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. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Procedure

  1. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  2. Place the vehicle into Service Mode via the UI. See Service Mode.
  3. Use the touchscreen to set the vehicle suspension ride height to "Medium".
  4. Set the tire machine pressures to match those specified for the vehicle.
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    Note
    Refer to the "Tire and Loading Information" label located on the driver side B-pillar.
  5. Verify chassis height measurement tool is zeroed at 51 mm, and adjust if necessary.
  6. Measure the vehicle ride height at the 4 designated points, and verify that the measurements do not deviate more than +/- 5 mm from the specifications provided in the Service Manual. See Wheel Alignment.
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    Note
    Rear height specifications differ depending on size of rear tires
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    Note
    Via TBX3, navigate to >Actions >PROC_TAS_X_CALIBRATE-RIDE-HEIGHTvia Toolbox: (link).
  7. Disconnect Toolbox and remove the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).