Link - Fore - Upper - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 31031402 0.48 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.
- 1135103-00-A Tool, Spring Compressor, Hook, Model 3
Remove
- Inspect the vehicle for abnormal tire wear that might indicate the need for a wheel alignment. Note any findings.
- Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
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Remove clips (x2) from the
wheel liner, and then move the wheel liner aside for better access.
- Remove the LH rear suspension cover. See Cover - Rear Suspension - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Apply tape at the front body
of the LH rear wheel well to avoid damage during bolt removal.
NoteCut 4 strips of gaffers tape about 3-4 inches (7.5 - 10 cm) long.
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Remove the bolt and nut that attach
the LH rear upper fore link to the knuckle.
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Remove the bolt and nut that attach
the LH rear upper fore link to the subframe.NoteTurn the bolt a few times to feed the end out while maneuvering the upper fore link to allow just enough space to remove the link from the rear subframe. Refer to the video above.
- Remove the LH rear upper fore link from the vehicle.
Install
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Install LH rear upper fore
link to subframe and hand tighten nut and bolt.
NoteTorque at later step.CAUTIONDo not force the bolt into position. Turn the bolt a few times to align while maneuvering the link. Refer to the video above.
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Install nut and bolt
securing LH rear upper fore link to knuckle.
NoteTorque at later step.
- Remove the tape from the LH rear wheel well area, and then remove any leftover residue using IPA wipes.
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Apply SEM self-etching
primer to cover any exposed metal at the LH rear wheel well.
NoteShake paint to mix prior to use.
- Install the spring compressor onto the LH rear coil spring.
- Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the hub, but do not remove the rotor from the assembly.
- Install the hub jack adapter onto the LH rear hub and hand-tighten the lug nuts.
- Use an underhoist stand to support the hub jack adapter.
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Use the rear ride height
torque gauge to verify that the suspension is set within ride height
specification.
NoteYou may need to adjust the support stand or spring compressor tool slightly.
- Measure the distance between the bottom of the quarter panel to the center of the rear axle to make sure that the rear suspension is set to ride height: The distance should measure 378 mm.
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Torque the bolt and nut that attach
the LH rear upper fore link to the subframe.
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Torque the bolt and nut that attach
the LH rear upper fore link to the knuckle.
- Remove the hub jack adapter onto the LH rear hub.
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Install the bolt that
attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the LH rear hub.
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Install the clips that
attach the wheel arc liner to the body.
Note2x clips.
- Remove the spring compressor onto the LH rear coil spring.
- Install the LH rear suspension cover. See Cover - Rear Suspension - LH (Remove and Replace).
- Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- 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 as a separate activity. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.