11/11/2022 13:43:58

Air Suspension - Bundle - Front (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 31103802 1.140.95 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

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Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT, although it has been validated. Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near high voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle on a 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  3. Perform the "Deflate All" section of Air Suspension - Pressurize / Depressurize - Full System.
  4. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  5. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  6. Remove the LH and RH underhood aprons. See Underhood Apron - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the front underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Front (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the RH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  9. Remove the RH front wheel arch liner. See Wheel Arch Liner - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  10. Remove the bolts (x6) that attach the front fascia bracket to the carrier.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  11. Remove the push clips (x5) that attach the LH front wheel arch liner to the front fascia, and then move the liner to the side for access.
  12. Remove the bolt that attaches the front fascia to the LH fender bracket.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  13. Repeat steps 11 and 12 for the RH side of the vehicle.
  14. Disconnect the front fascia electrical connectors (x2).
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    CAUTION
    DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
  15. Remove the bolts (x3) and release the clips that attach the front fascia valance to the front aero shield, and then release the valance from the aero shield.
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    Note
    Do not remove middle bolts (x3).
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  16. With assistance, release the front fascia assembly from the fender brackets, and then pull the fascia forward to remove it from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Set fascia on a padded surface.
  17. Raise the vehicle to a comfortable working height. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  18. Disconnect the air compressor electrical connector (x2).
  19. Release the clip that attaches the air compressor electrical connector to the carrier.
  20. Disconnect the air suspension valve block electrical connector.
  21. Remove the front bundle line fittings (x3) from the valve block.
    2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm 12-point combination wrench
    • 12 mm 12-point combination wrench
  22. Release the clips (x7) that attach the front bundle air lines.
  23. Remove the front bundle line fittings from the struts (x2) and the superbeam reservoir (x1).
    2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm 12-point combination wrench
    • 13 mm 12-point combination wrench
    • 10 mm open crowfoot socket
    • 13 mm open crowfoot socket
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    Note
    2x nut, 10mm, 2 Nm, 1x nut, 13mm 2 Nm.
  24. Remove the air suspension front bundle from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Install new VOSS fittings onto the vehicle.
    2 Nm (1.5 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm 12-point combination wrench
    • 13 mm 12-point combination wrench
    • 10 mm open crowfoot socket
    • 12 mm open crowfoot socket
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    Note
    4 mm line fittings (x4), 6 mm line fitting (x1)
  2. Install the air suspension front bundle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm 12-point combination wrench
    • 13 mm open crowfoot socket
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    Note
    Fasten clips to the body (x7)
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    Note
    13 mm reservoir fitting (x1)
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    Note
    Feed the bundle through the body to the valve block.
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    Note
    Remove the white plugs when the air lines are ready to be installed.
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    Note
    Fully insert the air line into the fitting. It should sit between the two white marks on the air lines. Verify air lines are properly seated by performing push-pull test.
  3. Connect the air suspension valve block electrical connector.
  4. Connect the air compressor electrical connectors.
  5. Install the RH front wheel arch liner. See Wheel Arch Liner - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install the RH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  7. With assistance, install the front fascia onto the vehicle, and then secure the fascia to the fender brackets.
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    Note
    Route the fascia harness while installing. Verify the front fascia valance sits under the front aero shield before proceeding.
  8. Apply Loctite 222 to the fasteners, and then install the bolts (x3) that attach the front fascia valance to the front aero shield panel.
    6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  9. Connect the front fascia harness electrical connectors (x2), and then engage the connector lock.
  10. Install the bolt that attaches the front fascia to the RH fender bracket.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  11. Install the bolt that attaches the front fascia to the LH fender bracket.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T25 socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  12. Install the bolts (x6) that attach the front fascia bracket to the carrier.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  13. Install the push clips (x5) that attach the RH front wheel liner to the front fascia.
  14. Install push clips (x5) that attach the LH front wheel liner to the front fascia.
  15. Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  16. Refill the air suspension reservoir. See "Refill the Reservoir" section in Air Suspension - Pressurize / Depressurize - Full System.
  17. Remove the air suspension from "Jack Mode" using the vehicle touchscreen.
  18. Install the front underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Front (Remove and Replace).
  19. Install the LH and RH underhood aprons. See Underhood Apron - LH (Remove and Replace).
  20. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  21. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.