01/02/2024 10:30:52

Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install)

Correction code 34015001 34015101 34015201 34015301 FRT TBD 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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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. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle on a 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  3. Remove the wheel cap. See Wheel Cover - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
  4. Loosen the wheel lug nuts (x6).
    205 Nm (151.2 lbs-ft)
    .
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm deep socket
  5. Raise the vehicle fully.
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    Note
    Set to a comfortable working height, and then lower to locks.
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    CAUTION
    Make sure the locks engage on both sides to prevent tilting.
  6. Remove the nuts (x6) that attach the wheel to the hub, and then remove the wheel from the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm deep socket

Install

  1. Install the wheel onto the hub.
  2. Hand start the lug nuts (x6) beginning with the bottom lug nut first.
  3. Partially tighten the lug nuts (x6) of the wheel to the initial torque in a criss-cross star pattern.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm deep socket
  4. Lower the vehicle until the tires are touching the ground.
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    Note
    Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered.
  5. Tighten the lug nuts (x6) of the wheel in a criss-cross star pattern.
    205 Nm (151.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm deep socket
  6. Install the wheel cap. See Wheel Cover - Front - LH (Remove and Install).
  7. Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  8. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.