04/09/2024 13:27:56

Damper - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 31153602 0.48 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.

  • 1457016-00-A KIT, SPRING COMPRESSOR, GEDORE
  • 1137855-00-A TOOL, REAR RIDE HEIGHT TORQUE, MODEL 3
  • 1081765-00-A 3/4 TON UNDERHOIST STAND
  • 1459409-00-A ADAPTER, HUB JACK, MODEL 3
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Warning
The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
  • 2023-06-15: Added the whole procedure video as an overview for supplemental purposes only.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Damper - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts that attach the rear damper to the body at the top mount
41 Nm (30.2 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
 Reuse
Nut and bolt securing rear damper to rear lower aft link
115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm wrench
  • 21 mm socket
 Reuse Mark with paint pen

Remove

  1. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Remove the rear suspension cover. See Cover - Rear Suspension - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Install a spring compressor onto the LH rear suspension spring:
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    Warning
    Springs in a compressed state are under large amounts of energy. Refer to the Tool Profile for the spring compressor kit prior to performing this step for additional warnings and cautions.
    1. Place the top plate onto the coils near the top of the spring. Make sure the top plate sits flush with the coil and will not move out of place.
    2. Hold the bottom plate under the rear lower control arm so that the hole in the suspension and the hole in the bottom plate are aligned.
    3. Insert the compression rod upwards through the bottom plate and the hole in the suspension. Continue pushing the compression rod upwards through the spring until the top goes through the cutouts in the top plate.
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      Note
      The top of the compression rod has the notches and the bottom of the compresson rod has the fastener head.
    4. Twist the compression rod so that the tabs on the top of the compression rod lock into the notches in the top plate.
    5. Maneuver the bottom plate so that the plate aligns with the spring cup protrusion on the lower control arm.
    6. Carefully compress the spring by tightening the fastener head (19 mm) on the bottom of the compression rod just until the spring becomes unseated from the body.
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      Warning
      While compressing the spring, continuously check to make sure the spring compressor tool remains in place.
  4. Remove the bolt that attaches the brake rotor to the hub.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
  5. Install the hub jack adapter onto the LH rear hub and hand-tighten the lug nuts.
  6. Use an underhoist stand to support the hub jack adapter.
  7. Remove the bolts that attach the LH rear damper to the body at the top mount.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
  8. Remove the bolt and nut that attach the LH rear damper to the lower aft link.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21 mm wrench
    • Breaker bar
  9. Remove the LH rear damper from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Maneuver the LH rear damper in place for installation.
  2. Hand-tighten the bolt and nut that attach the LH rear damper to the lower aft link.
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    Note
    The fasteners are fully tightened in a later step.
  3. Install the bolts that attach the LH rear damper to the body at the top mount.
    41 Nm (30.2 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm socket
    • 3 in extension
  4. Position and raise the underhoist stand to simulate the suspension at ride height.
  5. Adjust the underhoist stand and/or spring compressor until the lower beam of the rear ride height torque tool rests against the bottom edge of the lower aft link, as illustrated.
    Figure 1. Some assemblies hidden for clarity
  6. Measure the distance between the bottom of the quarter panel and the center of the rear axle to make sure that the rear suspension is set to ride height. The distance should measure 427 mm.
  7. Tighten the bolt and nut that attach the LH rear damper to the lower aft link, and then mark the bolt and nut with a paint pen.
    115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • 21 mm wrench
    • Paint pen
  8. Remove the underhoist stand from underneath the LH rear suspension.
  9. Remove the lug nuts that attach the hub jack adapter, and then remove the hub jack adapter from the vehicle.
  10. Install the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the hub.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
  11. Remove the spring compressor tool from the vehicle:
    1. Carefully loosen the fastener head on the bottom of the compression rod, making sure the top of the coil is seated in place.
    2. Twist the compression rod so that the tabs are aligned with the openings in the top plate.
    3. Lower the compression rod through the hole in the suspension, and remove the compression rod and bottom plate.
    4. Remove the top plate from the coil.
  12. Install the rear suspension cover. See Cover - Rear Suspension - LH (Remove and Replace).
  13. Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  14. 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.