2025-03-18

Control Arm - Upper - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3101030402 FRT 0.48 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 wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 1450399-00-A Tool, FUCA Ride Height, Model 3

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Control Arm - Upper - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
13mm bolts (x2) that attach the LH front upper control arm mount to the body
34 Nm (25.1 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 13 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
15mm bolts (x2) that attach the LH front upper control arm mount to the body
62 Nm (45.7 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 15 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse
Nut that attaches the front stabilizer bar end link to the LH front strut
98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
  • Torx T40 socket
Replace 1111543-00-A
Bolt and nut that attach the LH front upper control arm to the knuckle
56 Nm (41.3 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
  • Torx T50 socket
Nut: Replace; Bolt: Reuse 1111145-00-A
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH front upper control arm to the front upper control arm mount
50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm deep socket
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Inspect the vehicle for abnormal tire wear that might indicate the need for a wheel alignment. Note any findings.
  2. Place the vehicle on the 2-post lift.
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    Ensure the vehicle is not charging.
  3. Remove the LH front wheel. See .
  4. Remove the HEPA filter assembly. See Hepa Filter (Remove and Replace).
  5. Release the clips (x2) that attach the LH front wheel speed sensor harness to the LH front upper control arm, and then set the harness aside.
  6. Remove and discard the nut that attaches the front stabilizer bar end link to the LH front strut and separate the end link from the strut.
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    Note
    Counter-hold the ball joint while loosening the nut.
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    If needed, use a pry bar to release the end link.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • Torx T40 socket
  7. Remove the bolt and nut that attach the LH front upper control arm to the knuckle, and then discard the nut.
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    Note
    Compress the upper control arm ball joint downwards to help release the bolt.
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    Note
    Hold the knuckle to avoid failing.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • Torx T50 socket
  8. Use a paint pen to mark the position of the bolts (x4) that attach the LH front upper control arm mount to the body, and then remove the bolts.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 13 mm socket
    • 15 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  9. Place a towel on the front upper control arm mount assembly to prevent wheel liner scratches.
  10. Pull the LH front spring and damper assembly outboard so that the front upper control arm mount clears the wheel arch liner.
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    Maneuver the right side of the LH front upper control arm first.
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    Hold the front upper control arm mount and use thumbs to push the wheel arch liner past the mount.
    Figure 1. No Towel Shown for Clarity
  11. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front upper control arm to the front upper control arm mount.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    Figure 2. No Towel Shown for Clarity
  12. Remove the LH front upper control arm from the front upper control arm mount.

Install

  1. Position the LH front upper control arm into the front upper control arm mount, and then install and hand-tighten the bolts (x2) that attach the control arm to the mount.
  2. Install the FUCA ride height tool onto the front upper control arm mount at the rear outer mounting hole.
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    Make sure the LH front upper control arm is between the FUCA mount and the ride height tool.
  3. Hold the front upper control arm against the plate of the FUCA ride height tool and tighten the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front upper control arm to the front upper control arm mount.
    50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft)
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    CAUTION
    To prevent personal injury when torquing bolts and simultaneously holding components in position, pay extra attention to the angle and trajectory of the tool used.
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    Note
    After tightening, check the measurement again and adjust if necessary.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm deep socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  4. Remove the FUCA ride height tool from the front upper control arm mount.
  5. Move the LH front upper control arm and mount assembly into position, making sure the control arm mount bolt holes are aligned with the bolt holes on the body.
  6. Remove the towel from the front upper control arm mount assembly.
  7. Install the 15mm bolts (x2) that attach the LH front upper control arm mount to the body.
    62 Nm (45.7 lbs-ft)
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    Make sure the larger and smaller bolts are installed in the correct locations.
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    Line up the bolts with marks created during removal.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 15 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  8. Install the 13mm bolts (x2) that attach the LH front upper control arm mount to the body.
    34 Nm (25.1 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Make sure the larger and smaller bolts are installed in the correct locations.
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    Note
    Line up the bolts with marks created during removal.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 13 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  9. Position the front stabilizer end link onto the LH front strut, and then install a new nut that attaches the front stabilizer end link to the LH front strut.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Counter-hold the ball joint while torquing the nut.
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    If needed, use a pry bar to help position the end link.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • Torx T40 socket
  10. Position the LH front control arm to the knuckle, and then install the bolt and a new nut that attach the LH front upper control arm to the knuckle.
    56 Nm (41.3 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • Torx T50 socket
  11. Install the clips (x2) that attach the LH front wheel speed sensor harness to the LH front upper control arm.
  12. Install the LH front wheel. See .
  13. Install the HEPA filter assembly. See Hepa Filter (Remove and Replace).
  14. Remove the vehicle from the lift.
  15. 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.