Tesla Model S: Chassis
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) 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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Compressor - Air Suspension (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Depressurize air suspension (refer to procedure)
Remove underhood storage unit for acces
Key Fob
You can quickly familiarize yourself with the key fob by
thinking of it as a miniature version of Model S, with the
Tesla badge representing the front. The key has buttons
that feel like softer areas on the surface.
Rear trunk - Double-click to open or close the rear
trunk. Hold down for one
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