2026-02-05

Control Arm - Lower - Front - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 3101065031 3101065032 3101065041 3101065042 0.54 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above 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. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

2026-02-05: Updated to latest time study.

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Front Suspension
Description	Torque Value	Recommended Tools	Reuse/Replace
Smaller bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower control arm to the subframe	175 Nm (129.1 lbs-ft)	21 mm socket	Replace
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH front air spring module to the LH front lower control arm	140 Nm (103.2 lbs-ft)	21 mm socket	Reuse
Larger bolt that attaches the LH front lower control arm to the subframe	300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)	24 mm socket	Replace
Nut that attaches the LH front lower control arm to the LH front knuckle	190 Nm (140.1 lbs-ft)	24 mm socket	Reuse
Nut that attaches the LH front stabilizer bar end link to the LH front lower control arm	275 Nm (202.8 lbs-ft)	21 mm socket	Replace

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.

Remove

Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
In Toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "TAS service run".
Click the TAS Enter Service Run Mode, and then click Run. Allow the routine to complete.

Note
Click the X at the top right of window to close once complete.
Click the Actions tab, and then search for "TAS deflate".
Click the TAS Deflate Component, and then click Run. Allow the routine to complete.

Note
Select "FL" from the drop-down menu. Click the X at the top right of window to close once complete.
Remove the LH front wheel cover. See Wheel Cover - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
Loosen the wheel lug nuts (x6).
205 Nm (151.2 lbs-ft)
.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm deep socket
Loosen the LH front halfshaft bolt.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket
Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
Remove and discard the LH front halfshaft bolt.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket
Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front brake hose bracket to the knuckle.
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

10 mm deep socket
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front caliper to the knuckle, and then set the caliper aside with an S-hook.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket
Note
The rotor will be loose until the caliper is installed. Use a lug nut to secure the rotor to the hub.
Remove front aero shield. See Aeroshield - Front (Remove and Install).
Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the LH lower control arm shield to the vehicle, and then remove the shield from the vehicle.
7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

10 mm socket
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front air spring module to the lower control arm.
140 Nm (103.2 lbs-ft)
Warning
Be prepared for some spring load to release from the bushings.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm socket
Remove the nut that attaches the LH tie rod end to the knuckle.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm socket
Remove the nut that attaches the LH front upper control arm to the knuckle.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

18 mm socket
Note
Use a step ladder as needed.
Remove and discard the nut that attaches the LH front end link to the lower arm, and then remove the end link from the lower control arm.
275 Nm (202.8 lbs-ft)
Note
Counter hold the stud while removing the nut.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm socket
Remove and discard the nut that attaches the LH front lower arm to the knuckle, and then remove the lower control arm from the knuckle.
190 Nm (140.1 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket
Remove and discard the smaller bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower control arm to the subframe.
175 Nm (129.1 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm socket
Remove and discard the larger bolt that attaches the LH front lower control arm to the subframe, and then remove the lower control arm from the vehicle.
300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket

Install

Position the LH front lower control arm to the subframe, and then install new smaller bolts (x2) that attach the control arm to the subframe.
175 Nm (129.1 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm socket
Install a new larger bolt that attaches the control arm to the subframe.
300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket
Position the LH front knuckle to the front upper control arm, and then install nut that attaches the knuckle to the front upper control arm.
190 Nm (140.1 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket
Partially install the new LH front halfshaft bolt.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket
Note
Do not tighten the bolt at this time. The bolt will be tighten later in this procedure.
Hand tighten the LH front halfshaft onto the knuckle.

Note
Torque the bolt at a later step in this procedure.

Note
Hold the knuckle against the halfshaft, and then rotate the hub until splines click. Engage the splines, and then hand tighten the bolt. If the splines are properly engaged, the hub will rotate the halfshaft.
Install the nut that attaches the LH tie rod end to the knuckle.
170 Nm (125.4 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm socket
Note
Verify weight is evenly distributed to ease installation.
Install the nut that attaches the LH front upper control arm to the knuckle.
80 Nm (59.0 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

18 mm socket
Note
Use a step stool as needed.
With assistance, install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front caliper to the knuckle.
315 Nm (232.3 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket
Note
The rotor will be loose until the caliper is installed.
Install the bolt that attaches the LH front brake hose bracket to the knuckle.
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

10 mm deep socket
Position the LH front end link to the lower arm, and then install a new the nut that attaches the end link to the lower control arm.
275 Nm (202.8 lbs-ft)
Note
Counter hold the stud while installing the nut.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm socket
Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front air spring module to the lower control arm.
140 Nm (103.2 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm socket
Position the LH lower control arm shield to the vehicle, and then install the bolts (x3) that attach the shield to the vehicle.
7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

10 mm socket
Install front aero shield. See Aeroshield - Front (Remove and Install).
Install the LH front wheel, and then hand tighten the wheel lug nuts.

Note
Tightening of the lug nuts will be performed later in this procedure.
Install and hand-tighten the LH front halfshaft bolt.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket
Lower the vehicle until the tires are touching the ground.

Note
Raise lift off locks, and then hold lock release lever to keep the locks free while the vehicle is lowered.
Tighten the LH front halfshaft bolt.
300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

24 mm socket
Tighten the wheel lug nuts (x6).
205 Nm (151.2 lbs-ft)
.
TIp
Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

21 mm deep socket
Install the LH front wheel cover. See Wheel Cover - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
In Toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "TAS normal".
Click TAS Enter Normal Run Mode, and then click Run. Allow the routine to complete.

Note
Click the X at the top right of the window to close once complete.
Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.

Cybertruck Service Manual

Control Arm - Lower - Front - LH (Remove and Install)

Remove

Install

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