2025-11-11

Bushing Bracket - Stabilizer Bar - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3101020202 FRT 0.36 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-11-10: An inflatable bag is installed between the front stabilizer bar and front valance for sufficient working space, replacing the need to fully remove the front valance.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Bushing Bracket - Stabilizer Bar - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nut that attach the front stabilizer bar to the LH front stabilizer bar link
98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T40 bit
  • 18 mm socket
Replace 1188387-00-A
Nuts to attach the LH front stabilizer bar bushing bracket to the front subframe
35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
Replace 1111145-00-A

Remove

  1. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the push clips (x6) that attach the LH and RH sides of the valance to the wheel arch liners.
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    Note
    Remove the outer clips as necessary to allow for easier access to the bolts behind the wheel liner.
  3. Install an inflatable bag vertically between the front stabilizer bar and front valance to ensure sufficient working space.
  4. Remove and discard the nut that attaches the front stabilizer bar to the LH front stabilizer bar link, and then move the LH front stabilizer bar link aside.
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    Note
    Use a T40 bit to hold the stabilizer bar link ball joint in position.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 bit
    • 18 mm socket
  5. Remove and discard the nuts (x2) that attach the LH front stabilizer bar bushing bracket to the front subframe, and then remove the stabilizer bar bushing bracket from the vehicle.
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    Note
    Carefully remove the bracket with a flat head screwdriver, taking care not to damage the stabilizer bar bushing,
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket

Install

  1. Position stabilizer bar bushing bracket to the stabilizer bar, and then install new nuts to attach the LH front stabilizer bar bushing bracket to the front subframe.
    35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Make sure to fit the bracket onto the bushing, apply lubricant for better installation.
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  2. Install the LH front stabilizer bar link to the front stabilizer bar, and then install new nut that attach the front stabilizer bar to the LH front stabilizer bar link.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    May be necessary to pull down on the sway bar to allow the end link to engage.
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    Note
    Use a T40 bit to hold the stabilizer bar link ball joint in position.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 bit
    • 18 mm socket
  3. Remove the inflatable air bag.
  4. Install the push clips (x6) that attach the LH and RH sides of the valance to the wheel liners.
  5. Install the front aero shield panel. See Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).