2025-03-12

Suspension - Rear - Check Torque (Test/Adjust)

Correction code 31039000 FRT 0.75 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.

Procedure

  1. Remove both rear wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the rear fascia diffuser. See Rear Fascia - Diffuser (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH and RH suspension covers. See Rear Suspension Cover - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the hub.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 2 in extension
  5. Install the hub jack adapter onto the LH rear hub and hand-tighten the lug nuts (x5).
  6. Position and raise the underhoist stand to simulate the suspension at ride height.
  7. 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.
  8. Check the torque for the bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear damper to the body at the top mount, and then mark them with a paint pen.
    41 Nm (30.2 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
  9. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear damper to the lower aft link, and then mark it with a paint pen.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  10. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear lower aft link to the rear subframe, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21 mm combination wrench
  11. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear lower aft link to the knuckle, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 21 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  12. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear lower fore link to the LH rear knuckle, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    76 Nm (56.0 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
    • 18 mm deep socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  13. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear lower fore link to the subframe, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    76 Nm (56.0 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  14. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear toe link to the LH rear knuckle, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    76 Nm (56.0 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
    • 18 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  15. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear toe link to the subframe, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    85 Nm (62.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
    • 18 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 18mm 12pt combination wrench
  16. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear upper fore link to the knuckle, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    84 Nm (61.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  17. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear upper fore link to the subframe, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    84 Nm (61.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm combination wrench
    • 18 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  18. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear upper aft link to the subframe, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    134 Nm (98.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm combination wrench
    • 21 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  19. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear upper aft link to the knuckle, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    134 Nm (98.8 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  20. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH stabilizer bar link to the LH rear knuckle, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  21. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH rear drop link to the LH rear stabilizer bar, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 5 mm hex
    • 15 mm combination flex head wrench
    • 15 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  22. Remove the underhoist stand from underneath the LH rear suspension.
  23. Remove the lug nuts (x5) that attach the hub jack adapter, and then remove the hub jack adapter from the vehicle.
  24. Install the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the hub.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  25. Repeat step 4 to step 24 for the RH side.
  26. Check the torque for the bolts (x4) that attach the rear stabilizer bar to the rear subframe, and then mark them with a paint pen.
    30 Nm (22.1 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 3 in extension
    • 11 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  27. Check the torque for the small bolts (x2) that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery, and then mark them with a paint pen.
    64 Nm (47.2 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless 3/8in Dr Impact
    • 3 in extension
    • 13 mm socket
  28. Check the torque for the larger bolt that attaches the LH shear plate and subframe to the body, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm deep socket
  29. Check the torque for the bolt that attaches the LH rear of the subframe to the body, and then mark it with a paint pen.
    125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  30. Repeat step 27 to step 29 for the RH side.
  31. Install the LH and RH suspension covers. See Rear Suspension Cover - LH (Remove and Replace).
  32. Install the rear fascia diffuser. See Rear Fascia - Diffuser (Remove and Replace).
  33. Install both rear wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).