18/04/2024 08:05:33

Four Wheel Alignment Check (No Adjustment Needed)

Correction code 31002100 FRT 0.42 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.

  • 2024-04-18: Added link to perform Handwheel calibration that includes video.
  • 2024-03-26: Updated ride height measurement underbody reference points.
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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.
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Note
Make sure the vehicle profiles on the alignment machine match the alignment specifications in the Service Manual. If alignment specifications do not match, they may need to be manually entered; refer to the alignment machine's instructions for additional information.
  1. Verify turn plates and slip plates are locked
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    Alignment machine may very per Service Center
  2. Drive vehicle onto alignment rack
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    Recommend assistance to guide vehicle evenly onto lift. Park vehicle before turn plates
  3. Set ride height to medium
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    Via UI select, Vehicle emblem > Controls > Medium
  4. Place air suspension into "Jack Mode"
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    Via UI select, Vehicle emblem > Service > Jack Mode
  5. Set tire pressures to specification
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    Refer to "Tire and Loading Information" label located on the driver side B-pillar - CT is 50 Psi. If label is not present, reference Service Manual
  6. Open LH front door
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    Push LH B-pillar door trigger to release
  7. Lower LH front window
  8. Connect to vehicle using Toolbox 3.0
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    Vehicle OBD II connection is integrated into drivers lower IP cover, Open Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to the vehicle, https://toolbox.teslamotors.com, Select connection status icon at top right corner, and select connect locally (icon will turn green when vehicle is connected)
  9. Unlock vehicle gateway
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    After vehicle has been put into "Service Mode", place keycard on center console to turn on drive rails, hold down the brake pedal, while keep pressing right hand signal button simultaneously for at least 10 seconds, "GTW UNLOCKING" should pop up on the UI right next to the VIN during these 10 seconds, once gateway is unlocked "GTW UNLOCKED 5400" will be displayed on the UI next to the VIN, the gateway will remain unlocked for 90 minutes, follow steps on Toolbox article #5582900 for any additional information
  10. Clear Straight Ahead Offset
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    Vehicle must be in Service Mode Plus to access panel. Via UI > Vehicle emblem > Chassis > Alignment & Tires > Clear Straight Ahead Offset - Via Toolbox 3 > Run: "PROC_PEPS_CLEAR-STEERING-OFFSET"
  11. Perform Handwheel calibration. See Set Handwheel Zero.
  12. Check front and rear steering rack calibration is symmetrical and re-calibrate if needed
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    Turn steering wheel full lock left so that the UI shows it reached 169+ degrees. Verify the UI slider for the front axle moves to ~33 degrees and verify the UI slider for the rear axle moves to ~7 degrees then repeat the same process by moving the steering wheel to the full lock right position and record the values. If values are not symmetric within 1.5 degrees for the front rack then perform a front rack calibration Via Tbx3 > Actions > "PROC_X_SBW-CALIBRATE-FRONT-RACK". If the values are not symmetric within 1 degree for the rear then perform a rear rack calibration Via Tbx3 > Actions > "PROC_RSA_LEARN-REAR-RACK-ZERO" routine"
  13. Verify chassis measurement tool is set to 51mm
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    Adjust as needed, Specification for "Zero" is 51mm
  14. Raise 4-post lift to comfortable working height
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    Verify rack is lowered onto locks evenly
  15. Perform ride height measurement reading at 4 designated points
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    Via TBX3 > >Actions >PROC_TAS_X_CALIBRATE-RIDE-HEIGHTSearch for routine in ToolboxChassisVerify results do not deviate more than +/- 5mm, Check specifications in Service Manual, Rear height specifications differ depending on size of rear tires
  16. Latch seat belt to driver buckle
  17. Manually latch LH front door
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    Use pocket screw driver to manually latch door
  18. Place drive state into Neutral
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    Apply Brake pedal > Stalk > Neutral
  19. Position vehicle evenly onto turn plates
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    Verify turn plates are centered to front wheels. Recommend assistance if needed, Slowly roll vehicle evenly onto turn plates
  20. Place wheel chocks on both sides of LH rear wheel
  21. Install alignment heads onto all four wheels
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    Position alignment heads centered to wheel, Adjust side arms as necessary to grip tires securely
  22. Perform rolling compensation
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    Move vehicle using LH rear wheel, Use chocks to prevent vehicle from rolling away, Reinstall the chalks to secure vehicle after rolling compensation is done
  23. Apply brake pedal depressor
  24. Disable rear steer actuator
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    Via UI > Service Actions > Alignment > Center + Hold RearTBX3 > Actions > ‘PROC_RSA_RAMP-TO-ZERO'OR. This will move the rear rack to center and disable it
  25. Perform caster sweep
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    See instructions indicated via alignment machine display
  26. Use exterior door handle to release driver door latch
  27. Unlatch LH front seat belt
  28. Remove brake pedal depressor
  29. Verify vehicle alignment is within specification
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    Print before/after results alignment summary. If vehicle is out of specification perform adjustment accordingly
  30. Remove alignment heads from all four wheels
  31. Run the stop hold routine on PEPS
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    Cybertruck/tasks/PROC_X_SBW-STOP-HOLD’ ) node: peps Tap the brake pedal and verify the front and rear rack move when turning the steering wheel
  32. Verify steering wheel is positioned back to center
  33. Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
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    Via UI > Vehicle emblem > Service > Jack Mode
  34. Lower 4-post lift fully
  35. Remove wheel chocks from LH rear wheel
  36. Raise LH front window
  37. Close LH front door
  38. Remove vehicle from 4-post lift