2025-11-11

Stabilizer Bar - Front (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 31012202 0.36 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. See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-11-10: An inflatable bag is installed between the front stabilizer bar and front valance for sufficient working space, replacing the need to fully remove the front valance.
  • 2024-06-03: Added a torque specification table with replaced bolt part numbers.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Stabilizer Bar - Front (Remove and Replace) / Bushing Bracket - Stabilizer Bar - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nuts that attach the front stabilizer bar to the LH and RH front stabilizer bar links
98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T40 bit
  • Combination Wrench 12pt 18mm
 Replace 1111543-00-A
Nuts that attach the front stabilizer bar to the front subframe
35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm deep socket
Replace 1111145-00-A

Remove

  1. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  2. Release the clips (x2) that attach the valance to the stabilizer bar brackets.
  3. Remove the push clips (x4) that attach the LH and RH sides of the valance to the wheel liners.
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    Note
    Remove the outer clips as necessary to allow for easier access to the nuts behind the wheel liner.
  4. Install an inflatable bag vertically between the front stabilizer bar and front valance to ensure sufficient working space.
  5. Remove and discard the nuts that attach the front stabilizer bar to the LH and RH front stabilizer bar links, and then move the front stabilizer bar links aside.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use a T40 bit to hold the stabilizer bar link ball joint in position.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 bit
    • Combination Wrench 12pt 18mm
    Figure 1. LH side shown, RH similar
  6. Remove the front stabilizer bar from the vehicle.
    1. Remove and discard the LH nut that attaches the front stabilizer bar to the front subframe.
    2. Remove the inflatable bag.
    3. Remove and discard the RH nut that attaches the front stabilizer bar to the front subframe.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket

Install

  1. Install the front stabilizer bar onto the vehicle.
    1. Position the front stabilizer bar to the front subframe, install new RH nuts that attach the stabilizer bar to the subframe, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen after they are torqued.
    2. Install an inflatable bag vertically between the front stabilizer bar and front valance to ensure sufficient working space.
    3. Position the front stabilizer bar to the front subframe, install new LH nuts that attach the stabilizer bar to the subframe, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen after they are torqued.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
  2. Install the LH and RH front stabilizer bar links to the front stabilizer bar, install new nuts to attach the links to the stabilizer bar, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen after they are torqued.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use a T40 bit to hold the stabilizer bar link ball joint in position.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 bit
    • Combination Wrench 12pt 18mm
    Figure 2. LH side shown, RH similar
  3. Remove the inflatable bag.
  4. Install the push clips (x4) that attach the LH and RH sides of the valance to the wheel liners.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Install the outer clips if removed earlier.
  5. Fasten the clips (x2) that attach the valance to the stabilizer bar brackets.
  6. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  7. Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine whether an EPAS alignment check (EC) or four wheel alignment check (AC) is necessary. If performed, add the alignment check/adjust correction code as a separate activity to the SV. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.