16/04/2024 02:28:19

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 LaborTimeFeedback@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that attach the front lower lateral link to the subframe with an orange paint mark to identify that the bolts have been replaced by the specified type.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

Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
Remove the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace).
Remove and discard the nut that attaches the LH front lower lateral link to the knuckle.
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.
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
Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower lateral link to the front subframe.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- 6 in extension
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- Ratchet/torque wrench
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.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- 21mm 12pt combination wrench
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
Repeat step 4 through step 6 for the RH side of the front lower lateral link.

Install

Position the LH front lower lateral link into the vehicle.
Hand-tighten the bolt and nut that attach the LH strut to the LH front lower lateral link.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- 21mm combination wrench
With an assistant, hand-tighten the new bolts (x2) that attach the LH front lower lateral link to the front subframe.
CAUTION
Install only bolt PN 1109912-00-B (China 1109912-99-B) or newer, which has patch material on the bolt threads.

Note
Use a punch tool to align the fasteners.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- 6 in extension
Install a new nut to attach the LH front lower lateral link to the knuckle.
180 Nm (132.7 lbs-ft)
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
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)
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- 6 in extension
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
- Ratchet/torque wrench
Repeat step 1 through step 5 for the RH front lower lateral link.
Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace).
Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front brake rotor to the knuckle.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 2 in extension
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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).
Note
Measure from bottom of fender to center of axle as a check to make sure LH suspension is set close to ride height.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Hub Jack Adapter - 1459409-00-A
Tighten the bolt and nut that attach the LH strut to LH front lower lateral link
106 Nm (78.2 lbs-ft)
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 21 mm socket
- 21mm 12pt combination wrench
- Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
Remove the support stand and hub jack adapter from the vehicle.
Install the bolt that attaches the LH front brake rotor to the knuckle.
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
- 2 in extension
- Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
Repeat step 8 through step 12 for the RH side of the front lower lateral link.
Install the LH and RH front wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
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.