19/08/2024 05:02:43

Air Spring Module - Rear - RH (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 31106102

  • 2024-08-19: Added note to perform air dryer regeneration when replacing component because of a leak.
The below procedure is for models with air suspension built before April 24, 2019. For models equipped with adaptive damping built from April 24, 2019, refer to Adaptive Air Spring Module - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
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Note
When replacing an air spring module for failure, inspect all air spring modules for leak, wear, or reduced performance, and replace them as necessary.

Special tools required for this procedure:

Part NumberDescription
1079041-00-AFlare nut crowfoot set

Removal

  1. Remove the rear center apron and inspect the vehicle for a Schrader fill valve on the RH shock tower. See Underhood Apron - Center - Rear (Remove and Replace).
    • If the vehicle does not have a Schrader fill valve, install it now. See Fill Valve - Air (Retrofit). Then continue to the next step.
    • If the vehicle has a Schrader fill valve, continue to the next step.
  2. Raise the vehicle and depressurize the rear RH air spring module. See Air Suspension - Pressurize/Depressurize - One Air Spring.
  3. Remove the rear RH arch liner. See Wheel Arch Liner - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  4. Release the fitting for the air suspension line (green) from the rear RH air spring module (torque 2 Nm).
  5. For each released end of an air suspension line, use a flat blade screwdriver to snap off the old collet, and discard the collet and nut (VOSS fitting).
  6. Use a stand to partially support the rear RH suspension.
  7. Remove the bolt that secures the air spring module to the knuckle (torque 140 Nm).
  8. Remove the stand and lower the vehicle to a working height.
  9. Remove the upper RH parcel shelf support. See Support - Parcel Shelf - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  10. If equipped, remove the subwoofer. See Subwoofer Assembly (Remove and Replace) .
  11. If equipped, remove the rear duct.
  12. Remove any insulation that covers the nuts that secure the rear RH air spring module.
  13. Remove the nuts (x3) (torque 39 Nm).
  14. Carefully remove the air spring module from the vehicle.

Installation

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CAUTION
Replace all nylon-insert locknuts.
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CAUTION
Replace all patchbolt(s).
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Note
Clean the affected areas before installation.
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Only fully tighten suspension nuts and bolts when the vehicle is on a 4-post lift and the suspension is in the ride height position.

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

  1. Install and hand-tighten a new collet and nut (VOSS fitting).
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    Note
    A plastic plug holds the fitting together before and during installation.
  2. Remove the plastic plug from the new fitting.
  3. Tighten the new fitting (torque 2 Nm).
  4. Insert the air suspension line fully into the fitting, and then lightly pull on the line to make sure that it is secure.
  5. Make sure that all air suspension lines are securely reconnected before continuing.
  6. Refill the air suspension system with Nitrogen. See Air Suspension - Pressurize/Depressurize - Full System.
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    If the component was replaced because of a leak, perform the air dryer regeneration procedure to purge the accumulated moisture from the dryer. See Air Dryer - Tesla Air Suspension (Regenerate), and add correction code 31101008 as a separate activity to the Service Visit.

  7. Refill the rear RH air spring. See Air Suspension - Pressurize/Depressurize - One Air Spring.
  8. Raise the vehicle on a 4-post lift and torque all suspension components while the vehicle is at ride height.
  9. 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.