2025-02-18

Front Stabilizer Link - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3101020502 FRT 0.25 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.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Front Stabilizer Link - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nut that attaches the front stabilizer bar link to the LH front stabilizer bar
98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T40 bit
  • 18 mm socket
Replace 1188387-00-A
Bolt that attaches the front stabilizer link to the front damper
98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T40 bit
  • 18 mm socket
Replace 111543-00-A

Remove

  1. Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the LH front stabilizer bar link to the damper.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use a T40 bit to hold the stabilizer bar link ball joint in position.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 bit
    • 18 mm socket
  4. Remove and discard the nut that attaches the LH front stabilizer bar link to the stabilizer bar.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use a T40 bit to hold the stabilizer bar link ball joint in position.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 bit
    • 18 mm socket
  5. Remove the LH front stabilizer link from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the LH front stabilizer link to the vehicle.
  2. Install a new bolt that attaches the LH front stabilizer bar link to the damper.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use a T40 bit to hold the stabilizer bar link ball joint in position.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 bit
    • 18 mm socket
  3. Install a new nut that attaches the LH front stabilizer bar link to the stabilizer bar.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Mark the nuts with a paint pen after they are torqued.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use a T40 bit to hold the stabilizer bar link ball joint in position.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 bit
    • 18 mm socket
  4. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  5. Install the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).