2025-03-12

Suspension - Front (Check Torque) (Test/Adjust)

Correction code 31019000 FRT 0.60 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.

Remove

  1. Remove the front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the front stabilizer end link to the LH front damper, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • Torx T40 socket
  3. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front tie rod end to the LH front suspension knuckle, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 22 mm deep socket
  4. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front upper control arm to the LH front suspension knuckle, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    56 Nm (41.3 lbs-ft)
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • Torx T50 socket
  5. Repeat step 2 through step 4 on the right side of the front suspension.
  6. Remove the front fascia valance assembly. See Front Undertray - Valance Front Fascia (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    It is not necessary to separate the speaker from the valance.
  7. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front lower aft link to the front subframe, and then mark the nut 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
  8. Check the torque for the nuts that attach the LH front lower lateral link to the front subframe, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen.
    135 Nm (99.6 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  9. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front lower aft link to the knuckle, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 22 mm socket
  10. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front lower fore link to the knuckle, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 22 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  11. Check the torque for the nut to attach the stabilizer bar link to the stabilizer bar, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    98 Nm (72.3 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T40 bit
    • 18 mm socket
  12. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front rotor to the LH front hub.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  13. Install the hub jack adapter onto the LH front hub and hand-tighten the lug nuts (x5).
  14. Position and raise the underhoist stand to simulate the suspension at ride height.
  15. 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 461 mm.
  16. Check the torque for the nut that attaches the LH front strut to the LH front lower lateral link, and then mark the nut with a paint pen.
    106 Nm (78.2 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
  17. Remove the underhoist stand from underneath the LH front suspension.
  18. Remove the lug nuts (x5) that attach the hub jack adapter, and then remove the hub jack adapter from the vehicle.
  19. Install the bolt that attaches the LH front rotor to the LH front hub.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  20. Repeat step 7 through step 19 on the right side of the front suspension.
  21. Check the torque for the nuts (x4) that attaches the LH and RH front stabilizer bar to the front subframe, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen.
    35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
  22. Check the torque for the small nuts (x2) that attach the rear of the LH and RH front subframe to the body, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen.
    50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • Torque wrench with angle measurement
  23. Check the torque for the larger nuts (x2) that attach the rear of the LH and RH front subframe to the body, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen.
    125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • SKT, 1/2" DR, SHALLOW, 21MM - 1115108-00-B
    • Breaker bar
    • Torque wrench with angle measurement
  24. Check the torque for the nuts (x2) that attach the front of the LH and RH front subframe to the body, and then mark the nuts with a paint pen.
    72 Nm (53.1 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
  25. Install the front fascia valance assembly. See Front Undertray - Valance Front Fascia (Remove and Replace).
  26. Install the front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).