16/10/2024 15:18:21

Rear Air Spring - Rear Air Spring Module - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 3103087011 3103087012 3103087021 3103087022 FRT 1.02 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.

  • 2024-10-16: Added info about cinch nuts for fasteners that attach the rear air spring module to the lower control arm.
  • 2024-05-21: Updated rear shock airline-to-vehicle nut spec and recommended tool size.
Table 1. Torque Specifications: Rear Suspension
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nuts (x3) that attach the LH rear air spring module to the vehicle
70 Nm (51.6 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
 Replace
Nuts (x2) that attach the LH rear air spring module to the LH rear lower control arm
140 Nm (103.2 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
 Replace
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear brake caliper to the LH rear knuckle
150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches the LH rear brake line to the upper control arm
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse
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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.

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Remove the bed cover assembly. See Truck Bed - Bed Floor Assembly (Remove and Install).
  3. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  4. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  5. In Toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "TAS service run".
  6. Click PROC_TAS_X_ENTER-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
  7. Click the Actions tab, and then search for "Deflate Spring".
  8. Click PROC_TAS_X_DEFLATEvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Suspension ➜ Deflate, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
  9. Click the Actions/Autodiag tab, and then search for "EPB".
  10. Click PROC_EPBL_START-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
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    Note
    Chock the wheel if necessary.
  11. Remove the laptop from the vehicle, but do not close Toolbox.
  12. Release the nut that attaches the LH rear air spring module air line to the vehicle, and then remove the air line.
    2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    14 mm
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 14 mm combination wrench
  13. Remove the LH rear fore fender flare. See Front and Rear Garnish - Rear Fender Flare Fore - LH (Remove and Install).
  14. Remove the LH rear aft fender flare. See Front and Rear Garnish - Rear Fender Flare Aft - LH (Remove and Install).
  15. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  16. Remove the push clips (x19) and push nuts (x5) that attach the LH rear wheel liner to the vehicle, and then remove the wheel liner from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Cut the push nuts with diagonal cutters. Discard the push nuts after removal.
  17. Release the connector lock, and then disconnect the EPB harness connector from the LH rear brake caliper.
  18. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake line to the upper control arm, and then release the brake line from the control arm.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  19. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear brake caliper to the knuckle, and then use an S-hook hang the caliper aside.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Route the caliper hose so that it does not get caught on stabilizer bar assembly.
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    Note
    Hang the caliper from the body.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  20. Disconnect the electrical connectors (x2) from the LH rear air spring module, and then release the harness from the clips (x2).
  21. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the LH rear lower control arm aeroshield to the vehicle, and then remove the aeroshield 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
  22. Remove the fasteners (x2) that attach the LH rear air spring module to the lower control arm.
    140 Nm (103.2 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Early production vehicles may be equipped with either nylon locking nuts or knurled cinch nuts.
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    Note
    If the vehicle is equipped with nylon locking nuts, discard the nuts after removal.
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    Note
    Cinch nuts can be reused. Cinch nuts should stay in place on air spring mounting flange. Hold the cinch nuts with locking pliers if required.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  23. Remove and discard the nuts (x3) that attach the LH rear air spring module to the vehicle.
    70 Nm (51.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
  24. With assistance, release the LH rear air spring module from the lower control arm, and then maneuver the air spring module downward and out of the vehicle.
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    CAUTION
    Be careful not to mar or damage any components during removal.
  25. Remove and discard the VOSS fitting from the air spring module air line.
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    Note
    Slide the threaded section back, remove the collet, and then slide the threaded section off of the air line.

Install

  1. Use a shop towel and IPA wipes to clean the surface area on the lower control arm for the air spring module installation.
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    Note
    Allow one minute of dry time.
  2. Position the LH rear air spring module into the vehicle.
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    Note
    Use pry bar to help ease the air spring into position if needed.
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    CAUTION
    Be careful not to mar or damage any components during removal.
  3. Install new nuts (x3) that attach the LH rear air spring module to the vehicle.
    70 Nm (51.6 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
  4. Install the fasteners (x2) that attach the LH rear air spring module to the lower control arm.
    140 Nm (103.2 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Early production vehicles may be equipped with either nylon locking nuts or knurled cinch nuts.
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    Note
    If the vehicle was equipped with nylon locking nuts, install new nuts.
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    Note
    Cinch nuts can be reused. Cinch nuts should stay in place on air spring mounting flange. Hold cinch nuts with locking pliers if required.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  5. Position the LH rear lower control arm aeroshield to the vehicle, and then install the bolts (x3) that attach the aeroshield to the vehicle.
    7 Nm (5.2 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  6. Connect the electrical connectors (x2) to the LH rear air spring module, and then secure the harness to the clips (x2).
  7. Position the LH rear brake caliper to the knuckle, and install the bolts (x2) that attach the caliper to the knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  8. Position the LH rear brake line to the upper control arm, and then install the bolt that attaches the brake line to the control arm.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  9. Connect the EPB harness electrical connector to the LH rear brake caliper, and then engage the connector lock.
  10. Position the LH rear wheel liner to the vehicle, and then install the push clips (x19) and new push nuts (x5) that attach the wheel liner to the vehicle.
  11. Install the LH rear wheel, but do not install the wheel cap. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  12. Install the LH rear aft fender flare. See Front and Rear Garnish - Rear Fender Flare Aft - LH (Remove and Install).
  13. Remove the LH rear fore fender flare. See Front and Rear Garnish - Rear Fender Flare Fore - LH (Remove and Install).
  14. Remove the air fitting plug, and then install the air line into the LH rear air spring module.
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    Note
    Press the hose into the fitting until the mark aligns with the top of the fitting.
  15. Re-establish vehicle connection to Toolbox 3.
  16. In Toolbox, click the Actions tab, and then search for "TAS service run".
  17. Click PROC_TAS_X_ENTER-NORMAL-MODEvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and then allow routine to complete.
  18. Disconnect Toolbox and remove the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
  19. Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  20. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
  21. Install the bed cover assembly. See Truck Bed - Bed Floor Assembly (Remove and Install).