08/08/2023 05:23:11

Steering Rack (RWD) (RHD) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 32010112 1.86 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.

Remove

  1. Remove the front subframe. See Subframe Assembly - Front (RWD) (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the outer bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.
  3. Remove the inner bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.
  4. Remove the steering gear assembly from the front subframe.

Install

  1. Position the new steering gear assembly onto the front subframe for installation.
  2. Loosely install the inner bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to front subframe.
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    Note
    2x bolts, 18mm, 75 Nm. Torque at a later step.
  3. Install the outer bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe. For older M3 vehicles with 13 mm bolts:
    27 Nm (19.9 lbs-ft)
    For newer M3 vehicles with 15 mm bolts:
    47 Nm (34.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 11 in extension
    or:
    • 15 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 11 in extension
  4. Torque the inner bolts that attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.
    75 Nm (55.3 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • 6 in extension
  5. Install the front subframe and other components removed during subframe removal. See the Install section in Subframe Assembly - Front (RWD) (Remove and Install).
  6. 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.