2025-12-23

Ball Joint - Rear - Upper - Rear Knuckle - LH (Remove and Replace)

Código de corrección 31031812 0.48 NOTA: Salvo que se indique lo contrario explícitamente en el procedimiento, el código de corrección anterior y el FRT reflejan todo el trabajo necesario para realizar este procedimiento, incluidos los procedimientos vinculados. No acumule códigos de corrección a menos que se le indique explícitamente que lo haga. NOTA: Consulte Tiempos de tarifa plana (FRT) para obtener más información sobre los FRT y cómo se crean. Para enviar sus comentarios sobre los valores de FRT, escriba a ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com. NOTA: Consulte Protección personal para asegurarse de llevar el EPI adecuado al realizar el siguiente procedimiento. NOTA: Consulte Precauciones ergonómicas para ver información sobre prácticas de trabajo seguras.

  • 2025-12-9: Added information for updated tools.
  • 2025-10-09: Added caution for tool usage.
  • 2025-08-13: Added part numbers for required chemicals.
  • 2025-06-04: Added references to sub-procedures.
  • 2025-02-20: Added note to use region specific Loctite.
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Aviso
Este procedimiento están en fase PRELIMINAR. Aunque se ha validado, es posible que falten advertencias y precauciones. Siga los requisitos de seguridad y tenga mucho cuidado cuando trabaje en sistemas y componentes de alta tensión o cerca de ellos.
Importante: This procedure requires the availability of 1044454-00-B - RR SUS CABJ and the CABJ Bushings R&R Tool Kit M3/MY (part number 2130203-00-A or 2130203-00-B). If any of these parts is unavailable, replace the entire knuckle. Refer to Mangueta - Suspensión - Parte trasera - Lado izquierdo (desinstalación y sustitución).
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PRECAUCIÓN
Do not use an impact tool or other power tool on the ball joint replacement tool. To prevent damage to the ball joint replacement tool, only use hand tools.
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Nota
When using revision 2130203-00-B of the CABJ Bushings R&R Tool Kit M3/MY, removal of the brake caliper is not necessary.
  • 1044454-00-B - RR SUS CABJ
  • 2130203-00-A or 2130203-00-B - CABJ Bushings R&R Tool Kit M3/MY
  • 1025334-00-A - Loctite 680 (North America)
  • 2164041-00-A - Loctite 638 (EMEA)
  1. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Conjunto de rueda (Desinstalación e instalación)
  2. Inspect LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint for red markings.
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    Nota
    If the red markings are present on opposite sides (180 degrees), do not replace the Knuckle Ball Joint. The knuckle assembly must be replaced. See Mangueta - Suspensión - Parte trasera - Lado izquierdo (desinstalación y sustitución).
  3. Release LH rear upper aft link from knuckle
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    Nota
    1x bolt, 1x nut, 21mm, 134 Nm
  4. Remove the Rear Upper Knuckle Ball joint using revision 2130203-00-A of the CABJ Bushings R&R Tool Kit M3/MY.
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    Go to the next step when using revision 2130203-00-B.
    1. Install knuckle ball joint replacement tool on LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint for removal
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      Utilize the combination of cups for removal, A - Bushings Receiver, B - Bushings Pusher, E - Washer MY Ensure cups sit flush to ball joint and knuckle surface, A to E has a key, Install E with the smaller recess radios on top, Ball joint will only press out towards rear of vehicle, Apply lubricant to threaded rod if dry
    2. Press out LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint
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      PRECAUCIÓN
      Do not use an impact tool or other power tool on the ball joint replacement tool. To prevent damage to the ball joint replacement tool, only use hand tools.
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      Nota
      Ball joint should press out with minimal resistance, If met with high resistance inspect for misalignment of tool cups, Utilize windows in receiving cup to monitor progress, Knuckle shown out of vehicle for clarity
    3. Remove Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint from knuckle ball joint replacement tool
    4. Go to step 6.
  5. Remove the Rear Upper Knuckle Ball joint using revision 2130203-00-B of the CABJ Bushings R&R Tool Kit M3/MY.
    1. Remove 1 nut from threaded rod
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      Nota
      Remove the nut and separate from the bearing
    2. Install knuckle ball joint replacement tool on LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint for removal
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      Install the nut on the receiver cup , Utilize the combination of cups for removal, MY Bushings Receiver, B - Bushings Pusher, Ensure cups sit flush to ball joint and knuckle surface, And the arrow is aligned with mark on knuckle , Install MY receiver cup with recess to corner of the knuckle, Ball joint will only press out towards rear of vehicle, Apply lubricant to threaded rod if dry
    3. Press out LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint
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      Nota
      Ball joint should press out with minimal resistance, If met with high resistance inspect for misalignment of tool cups, Utilize windows in receiving cup to monitor progress
    4. Remove Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint from knuckle ball joint
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      Nota
      Loosen the nut and remove the receiver cup, then pull the ball joint out of the knuckle
  6. Put on protection gloves
  7. Clean LH Rear knuckle
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    Clean surface area where Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint is installed into the knuckle from any debris and oxidation, allow 1 minute dry time
  8. Degrease LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint
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    Clean contact area of Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint and allow 1 minute dry time
  9. Apply Loctite on LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint
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    Nota
    Use the region specific Loctite. For EMEA: Loctite 638. For North America: Loctite 680
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    Nota
    Take care not to apply loctite on the rubber seals
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    PRECAUCIÓN
    Allow 30 minutes curing time for Loctite. Continue this procedure, but do not drive the vehicle during the 30 minute curing time.
  10. Position new LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint to knuckle
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    Ensure ball joint is sitting concentric to the bore, installation is performed from the rear side of the knuckle and ball joint has only 1 orientation of the installation, discard Nitrile Gloves
  11. Install the Rear Upper Knuckle Ball joint using revision 2130203-00-A of the CABJ Bushings R&R Tool Kit M3/MY.
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    Go to the next step when using revision 2130203-00-B.
    1. Install knuckle ball joint replacement tool on LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint for Install
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      Utilize the combination of cups for Install, A - Bushings Receiver, B - Bushings Pusher, E - Washer MY Ensure cups sit flush to ball joint and knuckle surface, A to E has a key, Install E with the smaller recess radios on top
    2. Press LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint in
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      PRECAUCIÓN
      Do not use an impact tool or other power tool on the ball joint replacement tool. To prevent damage to the ball joint replacement tool, only use hand tools.
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      Nota
      Ball joint could be pressed in with some resistance, If met with extreme high resistance inspect for misalignment of tool cups, Utilize notch in installation cup to monitor progress, When nearing end of bore the installation cup may need to be re-aligned to meet machined surface, Verify full installation
    3. Remove knuckle ball joint replacement tool from LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint
    4. Go to step 13.
  12. Install the Rear Upper Knuckle Ball joint using revision 2130203-00-B of the CABJ Bushings R&R Tool Kit M3/MY.
    1. Install knuckle ball joint replacement tool on LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint for Install
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      Remove the nut from MY receive cup and install on B - pushing cup , Utilize the combination of cups for Install, MY Bushings Receiver, B - Bushings Pusher, Ensure cups sit flush to ball joint and knuckle surface, And the arrow is aligned with mark on Knuckle , Ball joint will only press in towards front of vehicle
    2. Press LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint in
      Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
      PRECAUCIÓN
      Do not use an impact tool or other power tool on the ball joint replacement tool. To prevent damage to the ball joint replacement tool, only use hand tools.
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      Nota
      Ball joint could be pressed in with some resistance, If met with extreme high resistance inspect for misalignment of tool cups, Utilize notch in installation cup to monitor progress, When nearing end of bore the installation cup may need to be re-aligned to meet machined surface, Verify full installation
    3. Remove knuckle ball joint replacement tool from LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint
  13. Clean any excessive Loctite from LH Rear Upper Knuckle
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    Nota
    Allow 1 minute dry time
  14. Mark the LH Rear Upper Knuckle Ball Joint with red paint pen.
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    Nota
    Machined surface should be near flush with ball joint. Markings must be on opposite sides (180 degrees).
  15. Position LH rear upper aft link to knuckle
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    Nota
    1x bolt, 1x nut, 21mm, 134 Nm, Torque at later step
  16. Torque bolt securing LH rear upper aft link to knuckle
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    1x bolt, 21mm, 134 Nm, Mark with paint pen
  17. Install the LH rear wheel. See Conjunto de rueda (Desinstalación e instalación)
  18. Consulte las tablas de requisitos de alineación para determinar si es necesario realizar una comprobación de la alineación del EPAS (EC) o una comprobación de la alineación de las cuatro ruedas (AC). Si se realiza, añada el código de corrección de ajuste/comprobación de la alineación por separado. Consulte Requisito de alineación - Suspensión.