20/12/2023 16:56:04

Tire - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 34021002 0.30 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.

2023-05-23: Added caution about lubricant drying time.

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.

Warning

Always read and understand the tire equipment operator’s manual and on-screen instructions before operating the wheel balancer or tire changer.

Warning

Always make sure to properly secure the wheel and exercise caution around all moving parts and pinch points, including the indent rollers. Additionally, secure all loose items such as hair, jewelry, and clothing, so that they will not catch on moving parts.

Warning

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including cut-resistant gloves and safety glasses when performing this procedure.

Warning

The machine must be operated by no more than one person at a time. Other persons must maintain a safe distance of at least three feet from equipment while in use.

Warning

Never use equipment that is defective or not working as expected based on the equipment operator’s manual.

CAUTION

It may take up to 24 hours before the tire lubricant has dried completely. Do not perform any fast accelerations during this period to avoid tire slip on the rim.

Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install)
Remove valve stem cap

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1x cap
Remove valve stem core

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Exercise caution as tire rapidly deflates, wear appropriate PPE
Place wheel on tire machine and secure

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1x wheel clamp
Rotate tire and wheel so that upper roller is 100mm in front of the valve
Break tire beads

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Use lubrication around tire and wheel
Remove tire from wheel

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Make sure to position the TPMS sensor ahead of the tire machine arm
Thoroughly lubricate both beads and mount new tire

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Make sure to position the TPMS sensor opposite the tire machine arm. If the tire has "outside", "side facing outwards", or a direction of rotation arrow on the sidewall, ensure that the tire is oriented properly
Inflate the tire to seat the bead

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Do not exceed the pressure indicated on the tire sidewall, Wear PPE
Install valve core stem and then remove wheel from mounting machine
Mount tire and wheel assembly on balancer

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1x tire machine wing nut
Remove wheel weights
Place Wheel/Tire on Balance Machine and secure lock nut
Verify tire pressure is set

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Set to specification if necessary, Refer to the "Tire and Loading Information" label located on the driver side B-pillar
Input wheel dimensions into balancer machine
Spin wheel to check balance
Install weights in positions indicated by machine
Perform check spin
Remove tire and wheel assembly from tire balancer

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1x tire balancer wing nut
Install the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install)