2023-03-14

Stabilizer Bar - Front (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 31012202 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 ServiceManualFeedback@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.

Remove

  1. Move the vehicle to a 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Remove the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  3. Set the steering wheel straight ahead.
  4. Place a protector sheet onto the driver seat, and then install the steering wheel lock.
  5. Open the hood.
  6. Power off the vehicle via touchscreen.
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    Note
    Controls > Safety & Security > Power Off
  7. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  8. Disconnect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  9. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  10. Remove the front skid plate. See Skidplate - Front (Remove and Replace).
  11. Remove the front fascia valance. See Valance - Front Fascia (Remove and Replace).
  12. Slide the red locking tabs, press the releases, and then disconnect the electrical connectors (x2) from the EPAS CAN.
  13. Slide the red locking tab, press the release, and then disconnect the electrical connectors (x2) from the steering rack.
  14. Release the clips (x3) that attach the electrical harness to the front subframe, separate the electrical harness from the subframe, and then tuck it up and aside.
  15. Remove the bolt that attaches the steering column intermediate shaft to the steering rack input shaft.
    30 Nm (22.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  16. Slide the steering column intermediate shaft up and off of the steering rack input shaft.
  17. Pull the red tab, and then pull the red tab a second time to disconnect the electrical harness from the LH ANC sensor connector.
  18. Release the clips (x2) that attach the LH ANC connection to the LH front knuckle.
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    Note
    Route the electrical harness above the front stabilizer bar.
  19. Remove and discard the nut that attaches the LH front stabilizer bar link to the front stabilizer bar, and then remove the link from the stabilizer bar.
    70 Nm (51.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • 5 mm hex
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    Note
    To prevent ball joint damage, use a 5mm hex wrench to prevent the LH link ball joint stud from turning while removing the nut.
  20. Remove the nut and bolt that attach the LH front active damper to the front lower aft link.
    140 Nm (103.2 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21 mm combination wrench
  21. Pull the red tab, and then pull the red tab a second time to disconnect the electrical harness from the RH ANC sensor connector.
  22. Release the clips (x2) that attach the RH ANC connection to the RH front knuckle.
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    Note
    Route the electrical harness above the front stabilizer bar.
  23. Remove and discard the nyloc nut that attaches the front stabilizer bar link to the RH front stabilizer bar, and then move aside.
    70 Nm (51.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • Torx T40 socket
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    Note
    Counterhold the ball joint with a T40.
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    Note
    May need to move the stabilizer bar up/down to get the correct angle needed to remove end link.
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    Note
    Discard the nut after removal.
  24. Remove the nut and bolt that attach the RH front active damper to the front lower aft link.
    140 Nm (103.2 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21 mm combination wrench
  25. Break loose the front subframe bolts, but do not remove the bolts at this time.
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    Torque specifications:

    Depending on the vehicle manufacture date, the bolts might be as follows:

    • Front-most bolts (16 mm or 18 mm):
      • M12 1.75x75 bolt (1063242-00-B) and M12x24x2.5 washer (1103852-00-A): 80 Nm
      • M12-1.75x115 bolt (1608611-00-C ): 80 Nm
    • Middle bolts (18 mm): 80 Nm
    • Rear-most bolts (21 mm):
      • M14 2.0x58 bolt (1133941-00-C): 115 Nm
      • M14 2.0x67 bolt (1638540-00-A): 145 Nm
  26. Remove the rear-most subframe bolts with a battery-powered drill.
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    21 mm: 115 Nm or 145 Nm
  27. Remove the forward-most bolts (x2) from the subframe fixture (1066521-00-A, 1657054-00-A).
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    The bolts will interfere with the subframe if they are not removed. Return the bolts to the subframe fixture when finished with this procedure.
  28. Move the subframe lifting tool to underneath the front subframe area.
  29. Connect the shop supply air to the subframe lifting tool.
  30. With the help of an assistant, raise the powertrain table and subframe fixture into position.
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    The lower aft links will rest on the fixture.
  31. Remove the remaining front subframe bolts with a battery-powered drill.
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    16 mm or 18 mm: 80 Nm
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    Take note of fastener positions for installation.
  32. With an assistant, partially lower the front subframe from vehicle less than 7 cm.
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    CAUTION
    Make sure that the front subframe stays in contact with the subframe fixture.
  33. Remove and discard the nuts (x4) that attach the front stabilizer bar to the front subframe.
    50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
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    Note
    Use a regular ratchet to break the nuts loose and a stubby ratchet to remove the nuts.
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    Discard the nuts after removal.
  34. Remove the brackets (x2) from the front stabilizer bar.
  35. Remove the front stabilizer bar from the vehicle:
    1. Guide the RH side of the stabilizer bar over the tie rod and front subframe mount, and then rotate counterclockwise to negotiate around the air suspension compressor.
    2. Guide the LH side of stabilizer bar over the tie rod and front subframe mount, and then negotiate around the horn assembly.
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  36. Remove the brackets (x2) from the front stabilizer bar.

Install

  1. Install the front stabilizer bar onto the vehicle:
    1. Negotiate the LH side of the front stabilizer bar around the horn assembly, and then guide over the front subframe mount and tie rod.
    2. Negotiate the RH side of the front stabilizer bar around the air suspension compressor, and then guide over the front subframe mount and tie rod.
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  2. Apply a thin layer of Molykote M-77 to the front stabilizer bar bushings to facilitate bracket installation.
  3. Install the brackets (x2) onto the front stabilizer bar.
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    CAUTION
    Do not use a prytool to force the bushing.
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    Note
    Make sure the bushing tabs slide over the bracket windows and the bushing gaps are even on both sides of the bushing.
  4. Install new nuts (x4) that attach the front stabilizer bar to the front subframe.
    50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
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    CAUTION
    Do not use a prytool to force the bushing.
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    Note
    Make sure the bushing tabs slide over the bracket windows and bushing gaps are even on both sides of the bushing.
  5. With an assistant, raise the front subframe onto the vehicle.
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    Note
    Align the LH and RH lower aft links with the air spring modules to prevent damage.
  6. Hand-tighten the bolts located at the front of the front subframe.
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    Note
    Depending on the vehicle manufacture date, the front-most bolts might be as follows (16 mm or 18 mm):
    • M12 1.75x75 bolt (1063242-00-B) and M12x24x2.5 washer (1103852-00-A)
    • M12-1.75x115 bolt (1608611-00-C )
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    Note
    Hand-tighten the bolts, and then use a battery powered drill to continue fastening the bolts. Do not tighten fully. Fully tighten the bolts at later step.
  7. Lower the subframe lift, disconnect the shop supply air, and move the lift out from under the vehicle.
  8. Hand-tighten the rear bolts of the front subframe.
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    Note
    21 mm. Depending on the vehicle manufacture date, the rear bolts might be as follows:
    • M14 2.0x58 (1133941-00-C)
    • M14 2.0x67 (1638540-00-A)
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    Hand-tighten the bolts, and then use a battery powered drill to continue fastening the bolts. Do not tighten fully. Fully tighten the bolts at later step.
  9. Tighten the front subframe bolts.
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    Note
    16 mm or 18 mm bolts: 80 Nm
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    21 mm bolts: Depending on the vehicle manufacture date, the torque rating of the bolts is as follows:
    • M14 2.0x58 (1133941-00-C): 115 Nm
    • M14 2.0x67 (1638540-00-A): 145 Nm
  10. Install and hand tighten the nut and bolt that attach the RH front active damper to the front lower aft link.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21 mm combination wrench
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    Note
    The nut and bolt will be torqued during the alignment check.
  11. Install the RH front stabilizer bar link into the front stabilizer bar, and then install a new nyloc nut that attaches the link to the stabilizer bar.
    70 Nm (51.6 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • 5 mm hex
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    Note
    To prevent ball joint damage, use a 5 mm hex wrench to prevent the LH link ball joint stud from turning while installing the nut.
  12. Fasten the clips (x2) that attach the RH ANC connection to the RH front knuckle.
  13. Connect the electrical harness to the RH ANC sensor connector, and then push in the red locking tab to secure the connection.
  14. Install and hand tighten the nut and bolt that attach the LH front active damper to the front lower aft link.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21 mm combination wrench
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    Note
    The nut and bolt will be torqued during the alignment check.
  15. Install the LH front stabilizer bar link into the front stabilizer bar, and then install the nyloc nut that attaches the link to the stabilizer bar.
    70 Nm (51.6 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • 5 mm hex
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    To prevent ball joint damage, use a 5 mm hex wrench to prevent the LH link ball joint stud from turning while installing the nut.
  16. Fasten the clips (x2) that attach the LH ANC connection to the LH front knuckle.
  17. Connect the electrical harness to the LH ANC sensor connector, and then push in the red locking tab to secure the connection.
  18. Slide the steering column intermediate shaft down and onto the steering rack input shaft.
  19. Install the bolt that attaches the steering column intermediate shaft to the steering rack input shaft.
    30 Nm (22.1 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  20. Bring the electrical harness to the front subframe, and then fasten the clips (x3) that attach the electrical harness to the subframe.
  21. Connect the steering rack electrical connectors (x2), and then slide the red locking tab.
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    2 stage connectors. Make sure that the locking tab is engaged after an audible click is heard when connecting.
  22. Connect the electrical harness to the EPAS CAN connectors (x2), and then slide the red locking tabs.
  23. Install the front fascia valance. See Valance - Front Fascia (Remove and Replace).
  24. Install the front skid plate. See Skidplate - Front (Remove and Replace).
  25. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  26. Install the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  27. Connect LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  28. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  29. Calibrate the rear doors.
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    If the "Calibration Needed" message appears on the vehicle touchscreen, touch and hold Calibrate to calibrate the rear doors.
  30. 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.