03/05/2023 07:15:45

Damper Assembly - Front - Pair (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 31151302 0.78 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.

  • 1467109-00-A Strut Removal Socket, 13mm, M3

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Damper Assembly - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nuts (x3) that attach the LH spring and damper assembly to the FUCA mount
23 Nm (17.0 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
Reuse
New nut that attaches the stabilizer bar link to the LH front spring and damper assembly
98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
  • Torx T40 socket
Replace
Bolt and new nut that attaches the upper control arm to the knuckle
56 Nm (41.3 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T50 socket
  • 15 mm combination wrench
Reuse/Replace Replace the nut
Nut that attaches the LH front jounce hose bracket to the vehicle
6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
Reuse Dual motor vehicles only
New bolt that attaches the LH ABS wheel speed sensor to the knuckle
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
Replace
Bolt and nut that attach the LH front spring and damper assembly to the lower control arm
106 Nm (78.2 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
Reuse

Remove

  1. Place the vehicle on a lift but do not raise it at this time. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the hood latch cover. See Cover - Hood Latch (Remove and Replace).
  5. Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
  6. Use the thin-walled strut removal socket special tool to remove the nuts (x3) that attach the LH and RH spring and damper assembly to the LH/RH front upper control arm (FUCA) mount.
    Figure 1. LH side shown, RH side similar
  7. Remove the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  8. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the front LH wheel speed sensor to the knuckle, and then separate the sensor from the knuckle.
    Figure 2. LH side shown, RH side similar
  9. Release the clip and remove the grommet that attach the front LH ABS wheel speed sensor electrical harness to the knuckle.
    Figure 3. LH side shown, RH side similar
  10. Dual Motor only: Remove the nut that attaches the LH front jounce hose bracket to the vehicle.
    Figure 4. LH side shown, RH side similar
  11. Remove the bolt and nut that attach the upper control arm to the knuckle, and then discard the nut.
    Figure 5. LH side shown, RH side similar
  12. Remove and discard the nut that attaches the stabilizer bar link to the LH front spring and damper assembly, and then move the link aside.
    Figure 6. LH side shown, RH side similar
  13. Remove the bolt and nut that attach the LH front spring and damper assembly to the lower control arm.
    Figure 7. LH side shown, RH side similar
  14. Lift up on the LH front upper control arm to separate it from the knuckle, then move the LH front spring and damper assembly down and out of the FUCA mount.
    Figure 8. LH side shown, RH side similar
  15. Carefully remove the LH front spring and damper assembly from the vehicle.
  16. Repeat steps 8 through 15 on the RH side of the vehicle.

Install

  1. Lift up on the LH front upper control arm, and then carefully move the LH front spring and damper assembly up and into the FUCA mount.
  2. Hand-tighten the bolt and nut that attach the LH front spring and damper assembly to the lower control arm.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Torquing will be done at a later stage in this procedure.
  3. Use the thin-walled strut removal socket special tool to install the nuts (x3) that attach the LH spring and damper assembly to the FUCA mount.
    23 Nm (17.0 lbs-ft)
  4. Install a new nut to attach the stabilizer bar link to the LH front spring and damper assembly.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
  5. Install the LH upper control arm into the knuckle, and then install the bolt and a new nut to attach the upper control arm to the knuckle.
    56 Nm (41.3 lbs-ft)
  6. Dual Motor only: Install the nut that attaches the LH front jounce hose bracket to the vehicle.
    6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
  7. Install the grommet and fasten the clip that attach the front LH wheel speed sensor electrical harness to the knuckle.
  8. Install the front LH ABS wheel speed sensor into the knuckle, and then install a new bolt to attach the sensor to the knuckle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  9. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front brake rotor to the hub.
    Figure 9. LH side shown, RH side similar
  10. Install the hub jack adapter onto the LH front hub and hand-tighten the lug nuts.
    Figure 10. LH side shown, RH side similar
  11. Use an underhoist stand to support the hub jack adapter.
    Figure 11. LH side shown, RH side similar
  12. Measure the distance between the bottom of the fender panel and the center of the front axle and adjust the underhoist stand so that the front suspension is set to ride height.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    For proper ride height, the distance should be 423 mm.
    Figure 12. Illustration for indication purpose only
  13. Torque the bolt and nut that attach the strut to the lower control arm.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    Figure 13. LH side shown, RH side similar
  14. Remove the underhoist stand from underneath the LH front suspension.
    Figure 14. LH side shown, RH side similar
  15. Remove the lug nuts that attach the hub jack adapter, and then remove the hub jack adapter from the vehicle.
    Figure 15. LH side shown, RH side similar
  16. Install the bolt that attaches the LH front brake rotor to the hub.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Figure 16. LH side shown, RH side similar
  17. Repeat steps 1 through 16 on the RH side of the vehicle.
  18. Install the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  19. Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
  20. Install the hood latch cover. See Cover - Hood Latch (Remove and Replace).
  21. Install the cabin intake duct. See Duct - Cabin Intake (Remove and Replace).
  22. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  23. 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.