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Four Wheel Alignment Check and Adjust (Coil Suspension)
Correction Code 31002300
Note
This procedure is not specific to a particular alignment machine. Follow the
alignment equipment manufacturer's instructions for additional information and safety
instructions.
Note
This procedure is for vehicles equipped with coil suspension. For vehicles equipped
with air suspension. see Four Wheel Alignment Check and Adjust (Air Suspension).
Note
This procedure assumes the vehicle
suspension is operating as intended. If needed, a vehicle general inspection can be
performed.
Note
Make sure the vehicle profiles on
the alignment machine match the alignment specifications in the Service
Manual. If alignment
specifications do not match, they may need to be manually entered; refer to the
alignment machine's instructions for additional information.
Special tool(s) recommended for this procedure:
Supplier | Part Number | Description |
Tesla | 1054170-00-A | Alignment Torque Tools Kit |
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Perform a four wheel alignment
check. See Four Wheel Alignment Check (Coil Suspension).
CAUTIONDo not bump or pull on the vehicle for the remainder of this procedure; this could bring the ride height values out of specification.NoteFollow the alignment equipment manufacturer's instructions when performing the following 4 steps.CAUTIONOnly fully tighten suspension nuts and bolts when the vehicle is on a 4-post lift and the suspension is in the ride height position.NoteIf available, use the Alignment Torque Tools Kit when performing the following 4 steps.NoteRefer to the Wheel Alignment section of this manual for the latest alignment specifications.CAUTIONThe following 4 steps must be completed in the order shown.
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Adjust the rear toe as required:
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Adjust the front camber as required:
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Adjust the front caster as required:
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Adjust the front toe as required:
- If the vehicle cannot be aligned to specification, check the ride height and compare to the specifications at: Wheel Alignment . If the ride height is out of specification, inspect the suspension for damaged components.
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Check the steering wheel angle:
- Service Center: The steering wheel angle displays on the touchscreen. If it is not 0.0 degrees, turn the steering wheel so that the steering wheel angle is 0.0 degrees.
- Tesla Approved Body Shop: Perform a visual inspection of the steering wheel to make sure that it is straight. If it is not straight, turn the steering wheel so that it is aligned.
- Readjust front toe if turning the steering wheel caused it to be out of specification.
- Check the alignment machine to make sure that all alignment parameters are still within specification.
- Transfer the PDF of the alignment results from the alignment machine and attach it to the repair order.
- Remove the brake pedal depressor.
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Reinstall all slip plate pins and turn plate pins.
Tip: Install the forward slip plate pins before installing the rearward slip plate pins.
- Remove all 4 alignment optical targets.
- Unlock the vehicle gateway for diagnostic communication, if not already unlocked. See Gateway Unlock.
- In Toolbox 3, click the Action tab, type "Angle-Offsets" into the search field, click PROC_EPAS_ESP_CLEAR-ANGLE-OFFSETSvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Alignment & Tires ➜ Clear Applied Offset, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
- Model S vehicles with automatic headlamp leveling (LED lights) and coil suspension in Europe only: In Toolbox 3, click the Actions tab, type "Ride-Height-Calibration" into the search field, click PROC_BDY_X_EU-COIL-RIDE-HEIGHT-CALIBRATIONvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Alignment & Tires ➜ Coil Suspension Ride Height Calibration, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
- Install the mid aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace)
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Position the RH shear plate on the
vehicle, and then install the clips that attach the shear plate to the vehicle.
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Install the new nut that attaches
the RH shear plate to the vehicle (torque 35 Nm).
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Install the screws that attach the
RH shear plate to the vehicle (torque 6 Nm).
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Install the bolt that attaches the
RH shear plate to the vehicle (torque 4 Nm).
- Repeat steps 18 through 21 on the LH shear plate.
- Enter the vehicle.
- Press the brake pedal and shift into Park.
- Disconnect the laptop with Toolbox 3 from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
- Remove the wheel chocks.
- Remove the vehicle from the alignment rack.
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Test drive the vehicle.
NoteAdd correction code 00040100 as a separate activity to the Service Visit.