Link - Aft - Upper - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 31035102 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.
- 2024-10-24: Deleted steps for ride height measurement.
- 2024-07-08: Added note to ensure vehicle ride height is set to "Medium" and in "Jack Mode" during install.
- 2024-03-07: Added a step of discarding the rotor bolt after removal and deleted the step of installing the rotor bolt.
Torque Specifications
Description | Torque Value | Recommended Tools | Reuse/Replace | Notes |
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Bolt that attaches the rear brake hose to the lower aft link |
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Reuse | |
Nut and bolt that attaches the rear upper aft link to the knuckle |
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Reuse | |
Bolts (x2) that attach the rear upper aft link to the subframe |
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Reuse |
Remove
- Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift
- Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
LH rear upper aft link to the subframe.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 16 mm socket
- Remove the clip that attaches the wire harness to the knuckle.
- Remove the wire harness from the bracket.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the LH
rear upper aft link to the knuckle.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
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Remove the LH rear upper aft link from
the vehicle.
CAUTIONCarefully remove the upper aft link to avoid damage to the wiring harness.
Install
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Position the LH upper aft link to the
knuckle, and install the bolt that attaches the link to the knuckle.
NoteThe bolt will be torqued at a later step.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
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Install the bolts (x2) that attach the
LH upper aft link to the subframe.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 16 mm socket
- Position the clip that attaches the wiring harness to the knuckle.
- Install the wiring harness into the bracket.
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If installed, remove and discard
the bolt that attaches the brake rotor to the hub.
NoteA new bolt will not be installed.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
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Torque the bolt that attaches the LH
rear upper aft link to the knuckle and mark it with a paint pen.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- 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.