Tesla Model S: Chassis
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Chassis
- Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Install)
- Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Install) - Removal
- Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Install) - Installation
- Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)
- Subframe Assembly - Front (Remove and Install)
- Subframe Assembly - Front (Remove and Replace)
- Skidplate - Front (Remove and Replace)
- Skidplate - Rear (Remove and Replace)
- Skid Bar - Front Subframe (Remove and Replace)
- Bash Plate - Front - Stamping (Remove and Replace)
- Bash Plate - Front - Extrusion (Remove and Replace)
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Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Install) - Removal
Note: Loosen suspension
fasteners by hand, then use a cordless electric drill with a 3/8
in drive adapter and a 3/8 in drive air ratchet wrench.
Warning: Only technicians
who have be
Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Install) -
Installation
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal,
except for the following:
Warning: Only use
cleaning agents and solvents in a well-ventilated area.
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Actuator - Cinching (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Open liftgate and secure at working height.
Remove liftgate trim (refer to procedure)
Remove screws x3 securing cinch motor to liftgate.
Release harness clip, rotate the cinch clockwise to access
harness connector.
Disconnect harness connector.
Brake Caliper Pad Slides
Note: This is recommended for cold weather regions.
Note: Cleaning and lubricating the caliper pad
slides/abutments is not included in the Annual Service price.
Note: Perform the following steps on all 4 calipers.
Remove the pad retaining pins and collect the anti-rattle
spr
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