03/03/2024 21:05:24

Suspension - Front (Check Torque)

Correction code 31019000 0.40 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.

Procedure

  1. Remove the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the clips (x2) that attach the valance to the front stabilizer bar brackets.
  4. Check the torque for the nuts that attach the front stabilizer bar to the front subframe, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen.
    35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
  5. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front stabilizer bar link to the LH front spring and damper assembly, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
  6. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH tie rod end to the LH knuckle, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft)
  7. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH upper control arm to the LH knuckle, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    56 Nm (41.3 lbs-ft)
  8. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front lower compliance link to the front subframe, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    135 Nm (99.6 lbs-ft)
  9. Check the torque for the nuts that attach the LH front lower lateral link to the front subframe, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen.
    135 Nm (99.6 lbs-ft)
  10. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front lower compliance link to the LH knuckle, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft)
  11. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front lower lateral link to the LH knuckle, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft)
  12. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front stabilizer bar link to the front stabilizer bar, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
  13. Repeat step 5 through step 12 on the RH side of the front suspension.
  14. Install the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  15. Raise the vehicle on a 4 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 4 Post Lift.
  16. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front spring and damper assembly to the LH front lower lateral link, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    106 Nm (78.2 lbs-ft)
  17. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the RH front spring and damper assembly to the RH front lower lateral link, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    106 Nm (78.2 lbs-ft)
  18. Install the clips (x2) that attach the valance to the front stabilizer bar brackets.
  19. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  20. Remove the vehicle from the 4 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 4 Post Lift.