Coil Spring Assembly - Rear - LH (Long Range) (Remove and Replace)
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.
- Raise and support vehicle
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Open LH front door
NotePush LH B-pillar door trigger to release
- Lower LH front window
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Open powered front trunk
NoteVia exterior switch or UI
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Remove rear underhood apron
Note9x clips
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Remove LH rear wheel cap
Note1x cap, 8x clips, Use both hands to firmly pull wheel cap to release clips, Cap may remove with or without mounting ring attached
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Loosen LH rear wheel nuts
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks
NoteSet vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
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Connect to vehicle using Toolbox 3
NoteOBD-II connection is integrated into drivers lower IP cover, Open Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to vehicle, https://toolbox.teslamotors.com, Select connection status icon at top right corner then select connect locally, Icon will turn green when connected, Successful connection will automatically unlock vehicle gateway and place UI in Service Mode Plus
- Select "Actions" and search for "EPB"
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Select PROC_EPBL_START-SERVICE-MODE, click 'Run', and allow routine to complete
NoteChock wheel if necessary, Select ‘X’ at top right of window to close once complete
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Select ‘PROC_EPBR_START-SERVICE-MODE’, click ‘Run’, and allow routine to complete
NoteHold down brake pedal while performing routine, Caution vehicle may roll freely, Select 'X' at top right of window to close once complete
- Disconnect Toolbox 3 from vehicle and remove laptop
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Power down vehicle via UI
NoteVerify EPBs are engaged, Select charge port icon to ensure drive state is disengaged then power down vehicle via Controls > Safety > Power Off
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Disconnect FRL connector then disconnect MV battery connector
Note2x connectors, Release locking tab then disconnect FRL connector, Slide eCPA to left then lift lever to release MV battery connector, Early production trucks may have black FRL connector, Release eCPA by pushing down to unlock and slide red locking tab, Wait 2 minutes for electrical circuits to discharge before disconnecting modules
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Remove LH rear wheel
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Remove LH rear fore fender flare
Note12 clips, 9x tabs
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Remove LH rear aft fender flare
Note5x clips
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Remove LH rear wheel liner
Note19x push clips, 5x push nuts, Cut push nuts with diagonal cutters, Discard push nuts after removal
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Disconnect EPB harness connector from LH rear brake caliper
Note1x connector, Release locking tab
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Release LH rear brake line from upper control arm
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Remove LH rear brake caliper and set aside
Note2x bolts, 14 mm, 150 Nm, Hang caliper from body if not fully removing, Route caliper hose so that it does not get caught on stabar assembly
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Remove LH rear brake rotor
NoteRotor will be loose until caliper is installed
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Use jack to simulate ride height on LH rear suspension
NoteRaise jack to simulate ride height, This is to release tension from the upper control arm which will be removed next later steps, DO NOT skip this you run into the risk of hurting yourself
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Remove LH rear toe link from LH rear knuckle
Note1x nut, 21mm, 170 Nm, Counter hold ball joint, Discard nyloc nut after removal
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Remove nut securing LH rear upper control arm to knuckle
Note1x nylon nut, 21 mm, 150 Nm, Discard nut after removal, Move brake hose aside to avoid damage, Use caution when releasing rear upper control from knuckle
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Use jack to lower LH rear ride height back to hanging position
NoteLower jack to let suspension hang
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Release harness from LH rear spring module
Note2x connectors, 1x grommet
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Remove LH rear lower control arm aeroshield
Note3x bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm
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Disconnect LH rear stabar link
Note1x nuts, 15mm, 45 Nm, Pull down on stabar as required to remove link, Discard nut after removal
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Remove fasteners securing LH rear spring module to lower control arm
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 140 Nm
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Remove bolts securing LH rear coil spring assembly onto RUB
Note3x nylon nut, 18 mm, 70 Nm, Discard nuts after removal
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Remove LH rear coil spring assembly from vehicle
NoteRecommend assistance, Maneuver spring out from vehicle, prying the lower control arm down, Then move spring up and pulling out, Be cautious and prevent marring or damaging any components
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Clean surface area on lower control arm for coil spring assembly installation
NoteUse a shop towel to clean the surface area on lower control arm for spring module installation, Allow one minute for dry time
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Position LH rear coil spring assembly into vehicle
NoteUse pry bar to help ease spring into place
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Install nuts securing LH coil spring assembly onto RUB
Note3x nylon nut, 18 mm, 70 Nm, Install new nylon nuts
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Install bolts securing RH rear coil spring assembly to lower control arm assembly
Note2x bolts, 21 mm, 140 Nm
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Use jack to simulate ride height on LH rear suspension
NoteRaise jack to simulate ride height, This is to release tension from the upper control arm which will be removed next later steps, DO NOT skip this you run into the risk of hurting yourself
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Install nut securing LH rear upper control arm to knuckle
Note1x nylon nut, 21 mm, 150 Nm, Install new nylon nut, Counter-hold joint to install nut, Support suspension to ease installation, Ensure brake hose is properly routed
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Install LH rear toe link onto LH rear knuckle
Note1x nut, 21mm, 170 Nm, Install new Nyloc nut
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Install LH rear brake caliper onto LH rear knuckle
Note2x bolts, 14mm, 150 Nm
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Connect EPB harness connector to LH rear brake caliper
Note1x connector, Engage locking tab
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Install LH rear brake line onto upper control arm
Note1x bolt, 10 mm, 10 Nm
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Connect LH rear stabar link
Note1x nuts, 15mm, 45 Nm, Pull down on stabar as required to install link, Install new nut
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Secure harness to LH rear active dampener
Note2x connectors, 2x grommets
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Use jack to lower LH rear ride height back to hanging position
NoteLower jack to let suspension hang
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Install LH rear lower control arm aeroshield
Note3x bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm
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Install LH rear wheel liner
Note19x push clips, 5x push nuts, Install new push nuts
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Install LH rear aft fender flare
Note5x clips, Replace any damaged or missing clips
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Install LH rear fore fender flare
Note12 clips, 9x tabs, Replace any damaged or missing clips
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Install LH rear wheel
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
NoteRaise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
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Torque LH rear wheel nuts
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Install LH rear wheel cap
Note1x 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
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Connect FRL connector then connect MV battery connector
Note2x connectors, Connect FRL connector then secure locking tab, Position lever to secure MV battery connector then slide eCPA to right, Early production trucks may have black FRL connector, If power cycling vehicle then ensure at least 60 seconds has passed since powering down
- Hold brake pedal and select park on UI to disable EPB service mode
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Close powered front trunk
NoteVia exterior switch or UI
- Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_EXIT-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link)
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Remove vehicle from lift
NoteLower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle,
- Raise LH front window
- Close LH front door