Four Wheel Alignment Check and Adjust
Correction code
31002300
FRT
0.60
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.
- 2024-06-11: Removed step to check for symmetry and added steps to calibrate front rack.
- 2024-04-18: Added link to perform Handwheel calibration that includes video.
- 2024-03-26: Updated ride height measurement underbody reference points.
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Verify turn plates and slip plates are
locked
NoteAlignment machine may very per Service Center
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Drive vehicle onto alignment rack
NoteRecommend assistance to guide vehicle evenly onto lift. Park vehicle before turn plates
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Set ride height to medium
NoteVia UI select, Vehicle emblem > Controls > Medium
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Set tire pressures to
specification
NoteRefer to "Tire and Loading Information" label located on the driver side B-pillar - CT is 50 Psi If label is not present, reference Service Manual
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
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Connect to vehicle using Toolbox
3.0
NoteVehicle OBD II connection is integrated into drivers lower IP cover, Open Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to the vehicle, https://toolbox.teslamotors.com, Select connection status icon at top right corner, and select connect locally (icon will turn green when vehicle is connected)
- Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
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Clear Straight Ahead Offset
NoteVehicle must be in Service Mode Plus to access panel. Via UI > Vehicle emblem > Chassis > Alignment & Tires > Clear Straight Ahead Offset. Via Toolbox 3 > Run: "PROC_PEPS_CLEAR-STEERING-OFFSET"
- Perform Handwheel calibration. See Set Handwheel Zero.
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Verify chassis measurement tool is set
to 51mm
NoteAdjust as needed, Specification for "Zero" is 51mm
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Raise 4-post lift to comfortable working
height
NoteVerify rack is lowered onto locks evenly
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Perform ride height measurement reading
at 4 designated points
NoteVia TBX3 > >Actions >PROC_TAS_X_CALIBRATE-RIDE-HEIGHTSearch for routine in ToolboxChassisVerify results do not deviate more than +/- 5mm, Check specifications in Service Manual, Rear height specifications differ depending on size of rear tires
- Latch seat belt to driver buckle
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Manually latch LH front door
NoteUse pocket screw driver to manually latch door
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Place vehicle in neutral
NoteEnter vehicle > Enable Jack Mode > Shift to neutral > Close driver's door latch, Ensure climate control and exterior lighting is turned off
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Position vehicle evenly onto turn
plates
NoteVerify turn plates are centered to front wheels. Recommend assistance if needed, Slowly roll vehicle evenly onto turn plates
- Place wheel chocks on both sides of LH rear wheel
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Run "PROC_X_SBW-CALIBRATE-FRONT-RACK"
and allow routine to complete
NoteVia UI > Service Mode Plus > Chassis > Steer by Wire > PEPS > Front Rack Calibration, Verify successful pass
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Install alignment heads onto all four
wheels
NotePosition alignment heads centered to wheel, Adjust side arms as necessary to grip tires securely
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Perform rolling compensation
NoteMove vehicle using LH rear wheel, Use chocks to prevent vehicle from rolling away, Reinstall the chalks to secure vehicle after rolling compensation is done
- Apply brake pedal depressor
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Disable rear steer actuator
NoteVia UI > Service Actions > Alignment > Center + Hold RearTBX3 > Actions > ‘PROC_RSA_RAMP-TO-ZERO'OR. This will move the rear rack to center and disable it
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Perform caster sweep
NoteSee instructions indicated via alignment machine display
- Use exterior door handle to release LH front door latch
- Unlatch LH front seat belt
- Remove brake pedal depressor
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Verify vehicle alignment is within
specification
NotePrint before/after results alignment summary. If vehicle is out of specification perform adjustment accordingly.
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Perform rear toe adjustment
Note2x jam nuts per side, 22mm, 70 Nm, Loosen outboard jam nut, then inboard, Adjust 21mm turn buckle as necessary, Tighten inboard, then outboard once adjustment is done
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Perform front toe adjustment
Note1x rod, 14mm, 1x nut, 24mm, 90 Nm, Loosen the jam nuts and turn the inner turnbuckle CW or CCW in the direction indicated by the alignment equipment to achieve the in-spec “green” value, Tighten inboard then outboard once adjustment is done
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Re-establish vehicle connection to
Toolbox 3
NoteOpen Toolbox 3 website and establish connection to the vehicle. https://toolbox.teslamotors.com, Select connection status icon at top right corner, and select connect locally (icon will turn green when vehicle is connected)
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Run the stop hold routine on PEPS
NoteCybertruck/tasks/PROC_X_SBW-STOP-HOLD’ ) node: peps Tap the brake pedal and verify the front and rear rack move when turning the steering wheel
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Verify vehicle alignment is within
specification
NotePrint before/after results alignment summary. If vehicle is out of specification perform adjustment accordingly.
- Remove alignment heads from all four wheels
- Lower 4-post lift fully
- Use exterior door handle to release LH front door latch
- Remove wheel chocks from LH rear wheel
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
- Remove vehicle from 4-post lift
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Perform test drive
NoteDrive at a minimum speed of 40 kph (25 mph) in a straight line and check for excessive pull. Verify that the steering wheel is centered when the vehicle is driving straight.NoteAdd correction code 00040100 as a separate activity to the Service Visit.