Front Subframe - Front Chassis Structure Assembly (Remove and Install)
Correction code 3001064012 3001064011 2.10 2.10 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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Open LH front door
NotePush LH B-pillar door trigger to release
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Lower LH front window
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Raise and support vehicle
NoteSet air suspension to "Jack Mode"
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Place vehicle in service mode
NoteVia UI > Controls > Software, Touch and hold "Cybertruck" for 2 seconds then release, Use screen keyboard to type "service" into dialog box then select OK
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Unlock vehicle gateway
NoteAfter 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
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Access thermal system routines using the UI
NoteSelect quick controls > Service mode > Diagnostics > Thermal, Authorize routines by holding right turn signal, depressing brake pedal for 10 seconds with key on phone dock
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Select 'Coolant System' to enter coolant circuit screen, Select 'Coolant Fill/Drain' using the UI and PROC_VCFRONT_X_START-THERMAL-FILL-DRAINSearch for routine in ToolboxThermal / Refrigerant System - Start Thermal Fill/Drainhv / Front Drive Inverter Replacement - Start Fluid Fill/DrainThermal / Actions - Start Thermal Fill/Drain-COOLANT window will appear, Select 'Run'
NoteVerify indicator displays green for Coolant readiness, Thermal Fill Drain routine has a 50 minute time limit
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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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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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Unlock fireman's loop connector and disconnect, Slide eCPA to left on the MV battery connector then lift lever to release
Note2x connectors, Unlock fireman's loop connector and disconnect, Release eCPA by pushing down to unlock and slide red locking tab to left, Wait 2 minutes for electrical circuits to discharge before disconnecting modules
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Remove LH front 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 front wheel nuts
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Remove RH front 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 RH front wheel nuts
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Raise vehicle fully
NoteSet to a comfortable working height, Lower to locks, Ensure locks engage on both sides to prevent tilting
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Remove lower valence fasteners
Note2x clips, 2x covers, 6x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Release covers to expose bolts
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Remove front aero shield
Note11x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
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Disconnect CFM connectors
Note2x connectors, 2x clips
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Place coolant catcher below RH front of vehicle
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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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Remove frunk assembly
Note6x bolts, 10mm, 12 Nm, 2x bolt caps, 2x bumpstops, 1x connector, Remove bolt covers from frunk floor, Remove washer fluid cap by gently prying upwards, Rotate bumpstops counter clockwise to release, the 25mm socket from PT Sensor kit can be used, Avoid straining emergency frunk release connector
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Remove front center applique
Note8x tabs, 1x connector, Release upper 4 tabs by pushing down then gently pull away, Release frunk release trigger connector
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Remove front fascia fasteners
Note2x covers, 4x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm, Remove tow hook covers to expose bolts
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Release clips securing front portion of the LH front wheel house liner
Note4x clips
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Remove front fascia LH side fastener
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Pull wheel liner back for access
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Release clips securing front portion of the RH front wheel house liner
Note4x clips
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Remove front fascia RH side fastener and connectors
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x clip, 3x connectors, Pull wheel liner back for access, Pull red locking tab to release, Do not push down on locking tab
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Remove front lower fascia assembly
NotePlace on suitable protective surface
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Remove lower CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Remove fore crossmember
Note2x bolts, 18mm, 90 Nm, Push up on CFM, Use hammer if needed, Recommend assistance
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Disconnect radiator to manifold hose from radiator
Note1x spring clip, Remove from vehicle, Plug hoses
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Disconnect manifold to radiator hose from radiator
Note1x spring clips, Plug hoses
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Release harness from CFM
Note1x grommet, 2x connectors, 5x harness clips, Pull red locking tab to disengage louver connector, Release temperature sensor then disconnect, Release grommet and pull harness through from frunk area
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Remove upper CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Remove CFM
NoteRecommend assistance, Remove from below impact beam, Ensure harness is not pinched during removal
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Remove FDU gearcase mount bolts
Note2x bolts, 18mm, 110 Nm, Shift drive unit rearward if tools become jammed once released
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Remove LH front wheel
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Remove LH front lower control arm shield
Note3x bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm
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Remove LH front tie rod from LH front knuckle
Note1x bolt, 21mm, 170 Nm
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Remove bolts securing air spring module
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 140 Nm, Be prepared for some spring load to release from bushings
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Remove LH front end link from LH front lower arm
Note1x bolt, 21mm, 175Nm, Counter hold stud, Discard nut after removal
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Remove LH front lower arm from front knuckle
Note1x nut, 24mm, 190 Nm, Discard after removal
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Remove LH front lower arm from subframe
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 175 Nm, 1x bolt, 24mm, 300 Nm, Discard after removal
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Remove RH front wheel
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Remove RH front lower control arm shield
Note3x bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm
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Remove RH front tie rod from RH front knuckle
Note1x bolt, 21mm, 170 Nm
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Release RH damper from lower control arm
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 140 Nm
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Remove RH front end link from RH front lower arm
Note1x bolt, 21mm, 175Nm, Counter hold stud, Discard nut after removal
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Remove RH front lower arm from front knuckle
Note1x nut, 24mm, 190 Nm, Discard after removal
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Remove RH front lower arm from subframe
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 175 Nm, 1x bolt, 24mm, 300 Nm, Discard after removal
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Disconnect front steering actuator
Note4x connectors, Release locking tabs
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Remove stabilizer bar
NoteManuver stabilizer bar to LH side wheel well, Then clear front subframe and dropdown to clear
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Remove bolts securing front steering actuator to front subframe
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Bolt size may vary depending on build date
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Remove front steering actuator assembly
NoteUsing assistance, Maneuver assembly toward RH wheel well, Clear LH side tie rod end link and remove assembly from center of subframeBe cautious of actuator connector housing
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Support front drive unit with strap
NoteRoute strap around front drive unit gearcase mount, Secure to front casting, Ensure harnesses are not being pinched by strap, Tighten strap until drive unit lifts slightly off subframe
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Move the subframe lifting tool underneath the front subframe area
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Connect air supply to subframe lifting tool
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Placeholder - Position and support the front subframe with subframe lifting tool
NoteRecommend assistance, Secure subframe to subframe lifting tool with straps,
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Remove subframe bolts
Note4x bolts, 24mm, 250 Nm, 2x bolts, 24mm, 220 Nm, 2x bolts, 21mm, 220 Nm, Recessed 24mm bolts have lower torque spec than rearmost 24mm bolts
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Lower subframe from vehicle
NoteRecommend assistance, Watch for any missed connections or trapped harnesses when lowering
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Disconnect air supply from subframe lifting tool
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Remove subframe lifting tool from under vehicle
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Position subframe lifting tool with subframe assembly under vehicle
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Connect shop air supply to powertrain table
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Raise subframe into position
NoteUse caution to not damage components while raising subframe
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Install subframe bolts
Note4x bolts, 24mm, 250 Nm, 2x bolts, 24mm, 220 Nm, 2x bolts, 21mm, 220 Nm, Recessed 24mm bolts have lower torque spec than rearmost 24mm bolts
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Remove subframe lifting tool from under vehicle
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Disconnect air supply from subframe lifting tool
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Remove strap from front drive unit
NoteRelease ratcheting mechanism then feed strap out from under drive unit mount
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Install drive unit gearcase mount bolts
Note2x bolts, 18mm, 110 Nm
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Position front steering actuator onto front subframe
NoteUsing assistance, Maneuver assembly through front subframe into RH wheel well area, Clear LH front tie rod end link and position for installBe cautious of actuator connector housing
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Install bolts securing front steering actuator to subframe
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Bolt size may vary depending on build date
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Position stabilizer bar
NoteRecommend assistance, Maneuver through LH front wheel well, then maneuver through opposing wheel well and position
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Connect front steering actuator
Note4x connectors, Engage locking tabs
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Install RH front lower arm to subframe
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 175 Nm, 1x bolt, 24mm, 300 Nm, Install new bolts
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Install RH front lower arm to RH front knuckle
Note1x nut, 24mm, 190 Nm, Install new nut
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Install LH front end link to LH front lower arm
Note1x bolt, 21mm, 175Nm, Counter hold stud, Discard nut after removal
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Secure RH damper to lower control arm
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 140 Nm
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Install RH tie rod to RH front knuckle
Note1x bolt, 21mm, 170 Nm
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Install RH front lower control arm shield
Note3x bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm
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Install RH front wheel
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Install LH front lower arm to subframe
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 175 Nm, 1x bolt, 24mm, 300 Nm, Install new bolts
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Install LH front lower arm to LH front knuckle
Note1x nut, 24mm, 190 Nm, Install new nut
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Install LH front end link to LH front lower arm
Note1x bolt, 21mm, 175Nm, Counter hold stud, Discard nut after removal
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Secure LH damper to lower control arm
Note2x bolts, 21mm, 140 Nm
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Install LH front tie rod to LH front knuckle
Note1x bolt, 21mm, 170 Nm, Verify weight is evenly distributed to ease installation
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Install LH front lower control arm shield
Note3x bolts, 10mm, 7 Nm
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Install LH front wheel
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Install CFM
NoteInstall from bottom, Assistance recommend Manipulate as required, Ensure harness is not pinched during install
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Connect CFM connectors
Note2x connectors, Engage locking tab
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Install upper CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Secure harness to CFM
Note1x grommet, 2x connector, 1x harness clip, Secure grommet then connect temperature sensor, Engage locking tab on louver connector
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Connect radiator inlet coolant hose
Note1x spring clips,Ensure hose is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
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Connect radiator to manifold hose to radiator
Note1x spring clip, Ensure hose is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
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Install fore crossmember
Note2x bolts, 18mm, 90 Nm, Lift CFM away from beam to aid in clearance, Install beam by sliding rewards
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Install lower CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Install front lower fascia assembly
NoteEnsure no harnesses are pinched
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Install RH fascia fastener and connectors
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x clip, 3x connectors, Pull wheel liner back for access, Engage locking tab
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Secure RH wheel liner
Note4x clips
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Install LH fascia fastener
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Pull wheel liner back for access
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Secure LH wheel liner
Note4x clips
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Install front fascia fasteners and covers
Note2x covers, 4x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm, Install tow hook covers
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Install front center applique
Note8x tabs, 1x connector, Ensure all tabs engage, Secure frunk release trigger connector
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Slide eCPA to the right and ensure it is seated against the black lever, Connect fireman's loop 20 seconds after eCPA engagement
Note2x connectors, Slide and secure red locking tab on top of release lever, Lock fireman's loop connection, If power cycling vehicle ensure at least 60 seconds has passed since powering down
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Access thermal system routines using the UI
NoteSelect quick controls > Service mode > Thermal > Actions
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Select "Stop Thermal Fill Drain" through UI
NoteAllow routine to complete, ensure routine is successful
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Select "Start Coolant Air Purge" using the UI
NoteTouch time only, wait until coolant pumps stop running (audible noise), Routine Passed will appear, but pumps will run for 10 minutes, If you start next another routine during this time it will fail, Make sure vehicle is not in "Drive", Routine is still running despite the completed message, Speeds can be monitored in garage under PT Thermal tab, Idle speed = ~1500 RPM, Test will vary speeds from 3500-6500 RPM and actuate valves between SERIES and PARALLEL, Putting vehicle into "Drive" will stop this routine, If speeds hover at 7000 RPM, this indicates the pumps are air locked, perform a vacuum fill, Continue to add coolant and purge until the coolant level reaches between the NOM and MAX Lines on the bottle
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Raise vehicle fully
NoteSet to a comfortable working height, Lower to locks, Ensure locks engage on both sides to prevent tilting
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Install front aero shield
Note11x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Apply loctite 222 to aeroshield fasteners
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Install lower valence fasteners
Note2x clips, 2x covers, 6x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Secure covers
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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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Perform Thermal Performance through the UI
NoteSelect Thermal > Actions > Test Thermal Performance, click Run, close once routine is completed, if thermal test fails follow https://toolbox.teslamotors.com/articles/206000
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Torque RH front wheel nuts
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Install RH front 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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Torque LH front wheel nuts
Note6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
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Install LH front 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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Install frunk assembly
Note6x bolts, 10mm, 12 Nm, 2x bolt caps, 2x bumpstops, 1x connector, Install bolt covers to frunk floor, Install washer fluid cap, Install bumpstops by aligning tabs then turning clockwise, Ensure emergency frunk release functions
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Install rear underhood apron
Note9x clips, Adjust windshield seal as required
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Close powered front trunk
NoteVia exterior switch or UI
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Remove vehicle from lift
NoteLower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
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Exit Service Mode
NoteVia UI > Service > Exit, Press and hold "Exit Service Mode" button
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Raise LH front window
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Close LH front door