Knuckle - Suspension - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 31010102 1.02 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.
Remove
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
- Remove the LH front brake dust shield. See Shield - Dust - Brake - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Remove and discard the nut that
attaches the front stabilizer bar link to the LH front suspension knuckle, and then move
the link aside.Tip: Counter hold the ball joint with a 5mm hex.Tip: Move the stabilizer bar up/down as needed to remove the end link.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
- 5 mm hex
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Remove and discard the nut that
attaches the LH aft link to the LH front suspension knuckle, and then release the link
from the knuckle.Tip: Counter hold the stud with a T45 socket and use a wrench to loosen the nut.NoteThe washer is a Nord-lock washer.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 22 mm socket
- Torx T45 socket
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Remove and discard the nut that
attaches the LH fore link to the LH front suspension knuckle, and then release the link
from the knuckle.Tip: Use a breaker bar to break the nut loose.Tip: Counter hold the stud with a T45 socket and use a wrench to loosen the nut.NoteThe washer is a Nord-lock washer.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 22 mm socket
- Torx T45 socket
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Remove and discard the nut that
attaches the LH tie rod to the knuckle assembly, and then release the tie rod from the
knuckle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
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Remove the nut and bolt that attach
the LH front upper control arm to the suspension assembly, and then release the control
arm from the assembly.NoteDiscard the nut after removal.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
- Torx T50 socket
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Remove the LH front knuckle from the
vehicle.
Install
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Position the LH front suspension
knuckle around the halfshaft, rest the knuckle on the fore and aft links, and then
secure the assembly by inserting the bolt that attaches the knuckle to the front upper
control arm.
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Position the LH front upper control
arm to the suspension assembly, and then install the bolt and new nut that attach the
control arm to the assembly.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
- Torx T50 socket
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Position the LH tie rod to the LH
front suspension knuckle assembly, and then install a new nut that attaches the tie rod
to the knuckle.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
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Position the LH fore link to the LH
front suspension knuckle, and then install a new nut that attaches the link to the
knuckle.
Tip: Counter hold the stud with a T45 socket.NoteThe washer is a Nord-lock washer.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 22 mm socket
- Torx T45 socket
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Position the LH aft link to the LH
front suspension knuckle, and then install a new nut that attaches the link to the
knuckle.Tip: Counter hold the stud with a T45 socket.NoteThe washer is a Nord-lock washer.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 22 mm socket
- Torx T45 socket
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Position the front stabilizer bar link
to the LH front suspension knuckle, and then install a new nut that attaches the link to
the knuckle.Tip: Counter hold the ball joint with a 5mm hex.Tip: Move the stabilizer bar up/down as needed to position the end link.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
- 5 mm hex
- Install the LH front brake dust shield. See Shield - Dust - Brake - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
- 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.