2025-06-30

Arm - Lower - Front - LH (Long Range) (Remove and Install)

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.

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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.
  • 2025-06-18: Released new procedure.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  3. Remove the LH front wheel cover. See Cover - Wheel (Long Range) (Remove and Install).
  4. Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  5. Remove the front aero shield. See Aeroshield - Front (Remove and Install).
  6. 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)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  7. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front air spring module to the lower control arm.
    140 Nm (103.2 lbs-ft)
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    Warning
    Be prepared for some spring load to release from the bushings.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  8. 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.
    175 Nm (129.1 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Counter hold the stud while removing the nut.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  9. Compress the coil spring.
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    Warning
    Wear appropriate PPE while performing this step.
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    Note
    2x clamps, Compress spring to remove preload.
  10. 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)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 24 mm socket
  11. Remove and discard the smaller bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower control arm to the subframe.
    175 Nm (129.1 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  12. 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)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 24 mm socket

Install

  1. Position the LH front lower control arm to the subframe, and then install a new larger bolt that attaches the control arm to the subframe.
    300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 24 mm socket
  2. Install new smaller bolts (x2) that attach the control arm to the subframe.
    175 Nm (129.1 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  3. Position the LH front lower arm to the knuckle, and then install a new nut that attaches the lower control arm to the knuckle.
    190 Nm (140.1 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 24 mm socket
  4. Decompress and remove the coil spring compressor.
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    Warning
    Release each clamp evenly at the same time.
  5. 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.
    175 Nm (129.1 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Counter hold the stud while installing the nut.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  6. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front air spring module to the lower control arm.
    140 Nm (103.2 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  7. 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)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  8. Install front aero shield. See Aeroshield - Front (Remove and Install).
  9. Install the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  10. Install the LH front wheel cover. See Cover - Wheel (Long Range) (Remove and Install).
  11. Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  12. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.