2024-04-16

Links - Lateral - Lower - Front - Pair (Remove & Replace)

Correction code 31013412 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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 2024-04-16: Added instruction to mark bolts that attach the front lower lateral link to the subframe with an orange paint mark to identify that the bolts have been replaced by the specified type.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Links - Lateral - Lower - Front - Pair (Remove & Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nut that attaches the LH front lower lateral link to the knuckle
180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft)
  • 22 mm socket
  • Torx T45 socket
  • 22 mm combination wrench
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Replace
Bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower lateral link to the subframe
135 Nm (99.6 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
  • 6 in extension
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Replace Install only bolt PN 1109912-00-B (China 1109912-99-B) or newer, which has patch material on the bolt threads.
Bolt and nut that attach the LH strut to the LH front lower lateral link
106 Nm (78.2 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
  • 21mm 12pt combination wrench
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
Reuse
Bolt that attaches the LH front brake rotor to the knuckle
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • 2 in extension
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Reuse

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Remove the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  3. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace).
  4. Remove and discard the nut that attaches the LH front lower lateral link to the knuckle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    If the impact gun does not remove the nut, use a 3/8 in ratchet with a Torx T45 socket to counterhold the inner bolt, and then remove the nut with a 22 mm combination wrench.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 22 mm socket
    • Torx T45 socket
    • 22 mm combination wrench
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  5. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower lateral link to the front subframe.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 6 in extension
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  6. Remove the bolt and nut that attach the LH strut to the LH front lower lateral link, and then remove the LH front lower lateral link from the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21mm 12pt combination wrench
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  7. Repeat step 4 through step 6 for the RH side of the front lower lateral link.

Install

  1. Position the LH front lower lateral link into the vehicle.
  2. Hand-tighten the bolt and nut that attach the LH strut to the LH front lower lateral link.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21mm combination wrench
  3. With an assistant, hand-tighten the new bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower lateral link to the front subframe.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Install only bolt PN 1109912-00-B (China 1109912-99-B) or newer, which has patch material on the bolt threads.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Use a punch tool to align the fasteners.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 6 in extension
  4. Install a new nut to attach the LH front lower lateral link to the knuckle.
    180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 22 mm socket
    • Torx T45 socket
    • 22 mm combination wrench
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  5. Tighten the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower lateral link to the front subframe and then mark the bolts with an orange paint mark to identify that the bolts have been replaced by the specified type of bolts.
    135 Nm (99.6 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 6 in extension
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  6. Repeat step 1 through step 5 for the RH front lower lateral link.
  7. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front brake rotor to the knuckle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  9. Install a hub jack adapter onto the LH front hub, and then use a support stand to support the LH front suspension at ride height (461 mm).
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Measure from bottom of fender to center of axle as a check to make sure LH suspension is set close to ride height.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Hub Jack Adapter - 1459409-00-A
  10. Tighten the bolt and nut that attach the LH strut to LH front lower lateral link
    106 Nm (78.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21mm 12pt combination wrench
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  11. Remove the support stand and hub jack adapter from the vehicle.
  12. Install the bolt that attaches the LH front brake rotor to the knuckle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  13. Repeat step 8 through step 12 for the RH side of the front lower lateral link.
  14. Install the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  15. 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 correction code as a separate activity to the SV. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.