2025-03-12

Rear Spring - RWD (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3115020602 FRT 0.78 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.

  • 1137855-00-A TOOL, REAR RIDE HEIGHT TORQUE, MODEL 3
  • 1457016-00-A KIT, SPRING COMPRESSOR, GEDORE
  • 1137855-00-A TOOL, REAR RIDE HEIGHT TORQUE, MODEL 3
  • 1081765-00-A 3/4 TON UNDERHOIST STAND
  • 1459409-00-A ADAPTER, HUB JACK, MODEL 3

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Rear Spring - RWD (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attach the LH damper to the LH rear lower aft link
115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 21 mm socket
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse
Bolt that attach the LH rear lower control arm to the knuckle
115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • 21 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the rear aero shield panel. See Rear Fascia - Diffuser (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH rear suspension cover. See Rear Suspension Cover - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Loosen the bolt that attaches the LH rear lower aft link to the subframe.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21 mm combination wrench
  5. Install a spring compressor onto the LH rear suspension spring:
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    Warning
    Springs in a compressed state are under large amounts of energy. Refer to the Tool Profile for the spring compressor kit prior to performing this step for additional warnings and cautions.
  6. Position support stand underneath LH rear lower aft link.
  7. Remove bolt securing LH rear lower aft link to knuckle.
  8. Remove bolt securing LH damper to rear lower aft link.
  9. Hold the LH rear suspension spring while slowly dropping the support stand to release the LH rear lower control arm from the knuckle.
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    Note
    Attach a bungee cord from the LH lower control arm to the spring to assist with the removal process, if needed.
  10. Remove spring compressor from LH rear coil spring.
  11. Remove the LH rear suspension spring from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the new LH rear coil spring onto the lower aft link.
  2. Install spring upper and lower isolators.
  3. With an assistant, install the LH rear coil spring onto lower after link.
  4. Install the LH rear suspension spring into position while raising the support stand until the LH rear lower control arm is supported.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    The LH rear suspension spring might need to be compressed further until the LH rear lower control arm and knuckle holes align.
  5. Raise lower aft link with support stand.
  6. Install LH rear damper to LH rear lower aft link.
    115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 21 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  7. Position LH rear lower aft link to LH rear knuckle and hand tighten bolt.
    115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 21 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  8. Remove support stand from LH rear suspension.
  9. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the hub.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
  10. Install the hub jack adapter onto the LH rear hub and hand-tighten the lug nuts (x5).
  11. Position and raise the underhoist stand to simulate the suspension at ride height.
  12. Adjust the underhoist stand and/or spring compressor until the lower beam of the rear ride height torque tool rests against the bottom edge of the lower aft link, as illustrated.
  13. Measure the distance between the bottom of the quarter panel and the center of the rear axle to make sure that the rear suspension is set to ride height. The distance should measure 428 mm.
  14. Torque bolt securing LH rear lower aft link to knuckle.
  15. Torque bolt securing LH rear damper assembly to LH rear lower aft link.
  16. Torque bolt securing LH rear lower aft link to subframe.
  17. Remove inflatable air bag from subframe and diffuser.
  18. Install the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the LH rear hub.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
  19. Install the LH rear suspension cover. See Rear Suspension Cover - LH (Remove and Replace).
  20. Install the rear aero shield panel. See Rear Fascia - Diffuser (Remove and Replace).
  21. Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  22. 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.