FRONT SUBFRAME (Remove and Replace)
Correction code
3001010102
FRT
1.80
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
Description | Torque Value | Recommended Tools | Reuse/Replace | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
Bolt that attach the steering column to the steering gear assembly |
![]() 18 Nm (13.3 lbs-ft) |
|
Replace | 1111523-00-A |
Bolts (x4) that attach the front end carrier to the LH and RH subframe crash cans |
![]() 16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
Nut that attach the LH tie rod outer assembly to LH front knuckle |
![]() 180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft) |
|
Replace | 1109263-00-A |
Nuts that attach the LH and RH front lower lateral links to the struts |
![]() 106 Nm (78.2 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
Larger bolts (x2) that attach the rear portion of the front subframe to the body |
![]() 125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft) |
|
Replace | 1456640-00-A |
Smaller bolts (x2) that attach the rear portion of the front subframe to the body |
![]() 50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft) |
|
Replace | 1461654-00-A |
Bolts (x2) that attach the front portion of the front subframe to the body |
![]() 72 Nm (53.1 lbs-ft) |
|
Replace | 1461643-00-A |
Bolts (x2) that attach the middle portion of the front subframe to the body |
![]() 50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft) |
|
Replace | 1461652-00-A |
Bolts that attaches the LH and RH front brake rotors to the knuckles |
![]() 5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH front subframe crash can to the front subframe |
![]() 53 Nm (39.1 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
Bolts (x2) that attach the RH front subframe crash can to the front subframe |
![]() 53 Nm (39.1 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
Inner bolts (x2) that attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe |
![]() 75 Nm (55.3 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
Outer bolts (x2) that attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe |
![]() 47 Nm (34.7 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
Bolt and nut that attach the LH front lower compliance link to the front subframe |
![]() 115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft) |
|
Reuse | |
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower lateral link to the front subframe |
![]() 135 Nm (99.6 lbs-ft) |
|
Replace | 1109912-00-B |
Remove
- Inspect the vehicle for abnormal tire wear that might indicate the need for a wheel alignment, and note any findings.
- Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Stands.
- Open LH door and lower LH window.
- Power off the vehicle via the touchscreen.
- Using the steering wheel holder, lock the steering wheel into position.
- Remove the HEPA filter assembly. See SERVICE KIT - HEPA AND CARBON FILTERS (Remove and Replace).
- Disconnect the LV battery. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
- Disconnect the steering gear motor connectors (x2).
- Remove the front fascia assembly. See FRONT FASCIA (Remove and Install).
-
Remove and discard the nut that
attaches the LH front tie rod end to the LH front suspension knuckle, and repeat this on
the right of the vehicle.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 22 mm deep socket
-
Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the
front end carrier to the LH and RH subframe crash cans.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
- Lower the vehicle to a comfortable working height and set the lift onto locks.
- Remove the front stabilizer bar. See Front Stabilizer Bar and Links - Front Stabilizer bar (Remove and Replace).
- Place a ½ ton economy transmission jack under the LH front knuckle.
-
Remove the bolt and nut that attach
the LH front lower compliance link to the front subframe.
NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
-
Remove the bolt and nut that attach the
LH front lower lateral link to the strut.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
-
Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that
attach the LH front lower lateral link to the front subframe.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
-
Remove the LH lateral link and
compliance link from the front subframe, and then move them aside.
NotePull the knuckle outward to remove compliance link from subframe; slowly lower the jack and then remove the jack under the knuckle.
- Repeat the step 15through step 19 for the RH side of the vehicle.
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Remove and discard the bolt that
attaches the steering column to the steering gear assembly.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Ratchet 1/4in Dr Std
- Socket 1/4in Dr. 6pt. Std. x 13mm
- Slide the electric steering column upward to remove it from the steering gear assembly.
- Remove the clip that attaches the steering gear harness to the front subframe.
- Remove the clip that attaches the power train coolant hose to the front subframe.
- Release the connector locks, and then disconnect the logic connectors (x2) below the steering gear.
-
Remove and discard the larger bolts
(x2) that attach the rear portion of the front subframe to the body.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- SKT, 1/2" DR, SHALLOW, 21MM - 1115108-00-B
- Breaker bar
- Torque wrench with angle measurement
- Position the front subframe lifting tool beneath the front subframe.
- Attach an air hose to the front subframe lifting tool.
- With an assistant, raise the front subframe lifting tool to support the front subframe.
- Loop the straps over the front subframe, hook the ends of the straps to the metal rings, and then pull the straps tight to restrain the subframe to the front subframe lifting tool.
-
Remove and discard the smaller bolts
(x2) that attach the rear portion of the front subframe to the body.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
- Torque wrench with angle measurement
-
Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that
attach the front portion of the front subframe to the body.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 18 mm socket
-
Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that
attach the middle portion of the front subframe to the body.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
- With assistance, carefully lower the subframe assembly from the vehicle.
-
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
LH front subframe crash can to the front subframe.
NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm deep socket
-
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
RH front subframe crash can to the front subframe.
NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm deep socket
-
Remove the inner bolts (x2) that
attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 18 mm socket
-
Remove the outer bolts (x2) that
attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
- Remove the steering gear assembly from the front subframe.
- With assistance, release the straps (x3) and then remove the front subframe from subframe lifting tool.
Install
-
With assistance, position the front
subframe to the subframe lifting tool.
NoteMake sure the guides align.
- Loop the straps over the front subframe, hook the ends of the straps to the metal rings, and then pull the straps tight to restrain the subframe to the front subframe lifting tool.
- Position the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.
-
Loosely install the outer bolts (x2)
that attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.
NoteTorque at a later step.
-
Loosely install the inner bolts (x2)
that attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.
NoteTorque at a later step.
-
Torque the inner bolts (x2) that
attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.75 Nm (55.3 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 18 mm socket
-
Torque the outer bolts (x2) that
attach the steering gear assembly to the front subframe.47 Nm (34.7 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
- Loosely install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front subframe crash can assembly to the front subframe.
- Loosely install bolts (x2) that attach the RH front subframe crash can assembly to the front subframe.
- With the help of an assistant, move the subframe lifting tool and the subframe under the vehicle.
- Loosely install new bolts (x2) that attach the middle portion of the front subframe to the body.
- Loosely install new bolts (x2) that attach the front portion of the front subframe to the body.
- Loosely install smaller bolts (x2) that attach the rear portion of the front subframe to the body.
- Loosely install new the larger bolts (x2) that attach the rear portion of the front subframe to the body.
-
Torque the bolts (x2) that attach the
middle portion of the front subframe to the body.50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
-
Torque the bolts (x2) that attach the
front portion of the front subframe to the body.72 Nm (53.1 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 18 mm socket
-
Torque the smaller bolts (x2) that
attach the rear portion of the front subframe to the body.50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm socket
- Torque wrench with angle measurement
-
Torque the larger bolts (x2) that
attach the rear portion of the front subframe to the body.125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- SKT, 1/2" DR, SHALLOW, 21MM - 1115108-00-B
- Breaker bar
- Torque wrench with angle measurement
-
Install the bolts (x4) that attach the
front end carrier to the LH and RH subframe crash cans.16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm socket
-
Tighten the bolts (x2) that attach the
LH front subframe crash can to the front subframe.53 Nm (39.1 lbs-ft)NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm deep socket
-
Tighten the bolts (x2) that attach the
RH front subframe crash can to the front subframe.53 Nm (39.1 lbs-ft)NoteUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 15 mm deep socket
- Release the straps (x3) that attach the front subframe to the subframe lifting tool, and then lower the subframe lifting tool.
- Disconnect the air hose from the front subframe lifting tool.
- Move the subframe lifting tool out from under the front subframe.
- Install the clip that attaches the power train coolant hose to the front subframe.
- Install the clip that attaches the steering gear harness to the front subframe.
- Connect the logic connectors (x2) below the steering gear.
- Slide the electric steering column downward to install it to the steering gear assembly.
-
Install a new bolt that attaches the
steering column to the steering gear assembly.18 Nm (13.3 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm deep socket
-
Align the LH front compliance link and
lateral link to the front subframe.
NoteUse ½ ton economy transmission jack to support the LH front knuckle to assist installation.
-
With assistance, position the LH front
lower compliance link to the front subframe, and then install the bolt and nut that attach
the LH front lower compliance link to the front subframe.115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- Hand tighten new bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower lateral link to the front subframe.
- Hand tighten the bolt and nut that attach the LH strut to the LH front lower lateral link.
- Remove the jack from the LH front knuckle.
- Repeat step 30 through step 34 for the right of the vehicle.
- Lower the vehicle to a comfortable working height and set the lift onto locks.
-
Remove the bolt that attaches the LH
front rotor to the LH front hub.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Install the hub jack adapter onto the LH front hub and hand-tighten the lug nuts (x5).
- Position and raise the underhoist stand to simulate the suspension at ride height.
- Measure the distance between the bottom of the fender and the center of the front axle to make sure that the front suspension is set to ride height. The distance should measure 420mm.
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Tighten new bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower lateral
link to the front subframe.135 Nm (99.6 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
-
Tighten the bolt and nut that attach the
LH front lower lateral link to the strut.106 Nm (78.2 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- Remove the underhoist stand from underneath the LH front suspension.
- Remove the lug nuts (x5) that attach the hub jack adapter, and then remove the hub jack adapter from the vehicle.
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Install the bolt that attaches the LH
front rotor to the LH front hub.5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- Repeat step 37 through step 45 on the right of the vehicle.
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Install a new nut that attaches the LH
front tie rod end to the LH front suspension knuckle, and then repeat this on the right
of the vehicle.180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 22 mm deep socket
- Install the front stabilizer bar. See Front Stabilizer Bar and Links - Front Stabilizer bar (Remove and Replace).
- Install the front fascia assembly. See FRONT FASCIA (Remove and Install).
- Connect the steering gear motor connectors (x2).
- Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
- Connect the LV power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Install the HEPA filter assembly. See SERVICE KIT - HEPA AND CARBON FILTERS (Remove and Replace).
- Remove the steering wheel holder.
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
- Remove the vehicle from the lift.
- 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.