2025-10-08

Valve Stem - Tire (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code NEW 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 Precautionsfor safe and healthy working practices.

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This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.
  • 2025-10-06: Released new procedure.
  1. Raise and support vehicle
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    Ensure vehicle is not charging, Remove charging cable if it's plugged in
  2. Remove LH front wheel cap
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    1x cap, Use tool to gently pull the center wheel cap to release the clips, Wheels may be equipped with different caps
  3. Loosen LH front wheel nuts
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    5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
  4. Raise vehicle partially and lower lift onto locks
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    Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, Otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
  5. Remove LH front wheel
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    Note
    5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
  6. Place wheel on tire machine and secure
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    1x wheel clamp
  7. Remove valve stem cap
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    1x cap
  8. Remove valve stem core
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    Exercise caution as tire rapidly deflates, wear appropriate PPE
  9. Rotate tire and wheel so that upper roller is 100mm in front of the valve
  10. Break top tire bead
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    Use lubrication around tire and wheel
  11. Use upper roller to press upper bead down until valve stem is accessible
  12. Remove rubber valve stem
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    Cut base of valve stem flush with underside of wheel, Attach valve stem puller to valve stem then pull upwards to release, Discard after removal
  13. Install rubber valve stem
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    Remove cap, Position rubber valve stem to wheel, Thread on valve stem installation tool until threads fully engaged, Pivot installation tool over edge of wheel ensuring rubber pad is contacting wheel lip then push downwards to secure valve stem, Ensure valve stem is fully seated against inside of wheel, Remove installation tool once secured
  14. Release upper roller and allow top bead to seat against wheel
  15. Remove valve stem core
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    Exercise caution as tire rapidly deflates, wear appropriate PPE
  16. Inflate the tire to seat the bead
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    Do not exceed the pressure indicated on the tire sidewall, Wear PPE
  17. Install valve stem
  18. Remove wheel from tire mounting machine
  19. Install LH front wheel
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    5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
  20. Lower vehicle until tires are touching ground
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    Raise lift off locks, Then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
  21. Torque LH front wheel nuts
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    5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
  22. Install LH front wheel cap
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    1x cap, Align valve stem with wheel cap cavity, Wheels may be equipped with different caps
  23. Remove vehicle from lift
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    Lower rack arms fully and remove from under vehicle