2025-06-10

Steering Gear - Rear (Long Range) (Remove and Install)

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.

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.

Warning

Cybertruck electronics are powered by a 48V "mid voltage" or "MV" architecture that is designed to improve efficiency. Servicing MV components requires extra knowledge and care in order to avoid personal and/or vehicular harm. Read and understand MV precautions in Electrical Precautions and make sure any required MV-related training courses have been completed, as applicable.

2025-05-15: Released new procedure.

Open LH front door

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Push LH B-pillar door trigger to release
Lower LH front window
Raise and support vehicle

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Set air suspension to "Jack Mode"
Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_ENTER-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link)
Open tailgate

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Press button to release
Open powered front trunk

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Via exterior switch or UI
Power down vehicle via UI

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Verify EPBs are engaged, Select charge port icon to ensure drive state is disengaged then power down vehicle via Controls > Safety > Power Off
Remove rear underhood apron

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9x clips
Disconnect FRL connector then disconnect MV battery connector

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2x 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
Remove fastener covers from bed floor assembly

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14x covers
Remove bed floor assembly

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10x short bolts, 15mm, 56 Nm, 2x long bolts, 15mm, 46Nm, Lift front edge with trim tool then remove panel, Recommend assistance
Remove LH rear wheel cap

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1x cap, 8x clips, Use both hands to firmly pull wheel cap to release clips, Cap may remove with or without mounting ring attached
Loosen LH rear wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Remove RH rear wheel cap

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1x cap, 8x clips, Use both hands to firmly pull wheel cap to release clips, Cap may remove with or without mounting ring attached
Loosen RH rear wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks

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Set 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
Remove RH rear wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Remove bolt securing RH rear tie rod to rear steering actuator

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1x bolt, 18 mm, 180 Nm
Remove RH rear toe link from RH rear knuckle

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1x nut, 21mm, 170 Nm, Counter hold ball joint, Discard nyloc nut after removal
Remove LH rear wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Remove LH rear toe link from rear steering actuator

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1x bolt, 18 mm, 180 Nm
Remove LH rear toe link from LH rear knuckle

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1x nut, 21mm, 170 Nm, Counter hold ball joint, Discard nyloc nut after removal
Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
Disconnect rear steering actuator connector

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1x connector, Release locking tab, 1x harness clip, Place harness aside for access
Remove bolts securing RH side of rear steering actuator onto rear subframe

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2x bolt, 18 mm, 120 Nm
Remove bolts securing LH side of rear steering actuator to rear subframe

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2x bolt, 18 mm, 120 Nm
Remove rear steering actuator from vehicle

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Rotate rear steering actuator onto side and pivot to the left side to release actuator out from rear subframe, Use caution when removing rear steering actuator from rear subframe, Avoid damaging any HV cable, body harness and ride height sensor
Position rear steering actuator into vehicle for installation

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Rotate rear steering actuator onto side, Insert the right side of steering actuator to position onto rear subframe, Use caution when installing rear steering actuator onto rear subframe, Avoid damaging any HV cable, body harness and ride height sensor
Install bolts securing LH side of rear steering actuator to rear subframe

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2x bolt, 18 mm, 120 Nm
Install bolts securing RH side of rear steering actuator to rear subframe

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2x bolt, 18 mm, 120 Nm
Install rear steering actuator connector

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1x connector, Secure locking tab, 1x harness clip, Position harness into place for installation
Connect FRL connector then connect MV battery connector

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2x 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
Perform software reinstall

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Via UI > Service Mode > Software Reinstall > CAN ECU > Reinstall, Reinstall will begin immediately, Once firmware redeploy is complete, Verify release notes are present via UI
Select "Install Now" to start firmware update

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Tap center display next to software update window until clock runs down to 0,After displayed installation time, Check the center display and ensure the firmware package was successfully installed
Once firmware redeploy is complete, Verify release notes are present on center display

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If the redeploy fails you may receive an error message on UI
Install bed floor assembly

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10x short bolts, 15mm, 56 Nm, 2x long bolts, 15mm, 46Nm, Recommend assistance
Install fastener covers onto bed floor assembly

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14x covers
Close tailgate
Disconnect FRL connector then disconnect MV battery connector

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2x 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
Raise vehicle partially and lower lift onto locks

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Set 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
Position LH rear toe link onto rear steering actuator

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1x bolt, 18 mm, Hand tight, Torque at later step
Install LH rear toe link onto LH rear knuckle

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1x nut, 21mm, 170 Nm, Install new Nyloc nut
Position RH rear toe link onto rear steering actuator

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1x bolt, 18 mm, Hand tight, Torque at later step
Install RH rear toe link onto RH rear knuckle

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1x nut, 21mm, 170 Nm, Install new Nyloc nut
Position and raise pole jack onto LH rear lower control arm
Adjust LH rear suspension to ride height specification

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Measure from wheel housing stud to stabar link mount, Distance should be 31.8 cm, Adjust pole jack as needed
Torque bolt securing LH rear toe link to rear steering actuator

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1x bolt, 18 mm, 180 Nm
Lower and remove pole jack from LH rear lower control arm
Position and raise pole jack onto RH rear lower control arm
Adjust RH rear suspension to ride height specification

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Measure from wheel housing stud to stabar link mount, Distance should be 31.8 cm, Adjust pole jack as needed
Torque bolt securing RH rear toe link to rear steering actuator

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1x bolt, 18 mm, 180 Nm
Lower and remove pole jack from RH rear lower control arm
Install LH rear wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Install RH rear wheel

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm
Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground

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Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
Torque RH rear wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm, Use star pattern
Torque LH rear wheel nuts

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6x nuts, 21mm, 205 Nm, Use star pattern
Install LH rear wheel cap

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1x 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
Install RH rear wheel cap

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1x 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
Connect FRL connector then connect MV battery connector

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2x 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
Install rear underhood apron

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9x clips, Adjust windshield seal as required
Close powered front trunk

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Via exterior switch or UI
Remove vehicle from lift

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Lower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
Run ODIN routine PROC_ICE_X_EXIT-SERVICE-MODEvia Toolbox: (link)
Raise LH front window
Close LH front door
Review wheel alignment requirements and add correction code as needed

Cybertruck Service Manual

Steering Gear - Rear (Long Range) (Remove and Install)

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