21/03/2023 06:49:56

Brace - Shock Tower (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 10102202 0.54 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 12V auxiliary battery. See 12V/LV Battery (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the compressor and the compressor assembly from the shock tower brace, and support the compressore assembly on the frunk reinforcement beam. See Bracket - Compressor (Remove and Replace).
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    Note
    No need to remove the bracket from the compressor.
  3. Support the supermanifold with bungee cord.
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    Note

    Install bungee cord to RH hood strut bracket. Route bungee cord around accumulator housing and secure to the RH body side. Do not secure bungee cord around coolant pumps or plastic housing on supermanifold. Use a mirror as needed to visual check bungee cord around accumulator housing.

  4. Remove the bolts securing the supermanifold to the shock tower brace.
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    Note
    2x bolts, 15 mm, 31 Nm, Recommend assistance, Rotate the Supermanifold counter clockwise under the shock tower support beam
  5. Remove the LH and RH bolts that attach the shock tower brace to the body.
    55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
    55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
  6. Remove the LH and RH outer bolts that attach the shock tower brace to the body, and then remove the shock tower brace from the vehicle.
    62 Nm (45.7 lbs-ft)
  7. Remove the shock tower brace.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.