04/09/2024 12:48:15

Bushing Bracket - Stabilizer Bar - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 31016102 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.

    Remove

    1. Remove the front fascia valance. See Valance - Front Fascia (Remove and Replace).
    2. Remove and discard the nuts that attach the LH front stabilizer bar to the front stabilizer bar link, and then move the LH front stabilizer bar link 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.
      Figure 1. LH side shown, RH similar
    3. Remove and discard the nut that attach the LH front stabilizer bar to the front subframe.
      35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
    4. Remove the bracket from the front stabilizer bar bushing.
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      Note
      Carefully remove the bracket with a flat head screwdriver, taking care not to damage the stabilizer bar bushing.

    Install

    1. Install the bracket to the front stabilizer bar bushing.
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      Note
      Make sure to fit the bracket onto the bushing, apply lubricant for better installation.
    2. Install the new nuts to attach the stabilizer bar to the subframe, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen after they are torqued.
      35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
    3. Position LH front stabar link assembly to front stabar
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      Note
      May be necessary to pull down on the sway bar to allow the end link to engage
    4. Install the LH front stabilizer bar links to the front stabilizer bar, install new nut to attach the links to the stabilizer bar, and then mark the nut with a paint pen after it is 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.
      Figure 2. LH side shown, RH similar
    5. Install the front fascia valance. See Valance - Front Fascia (Remove and Replace).