Tesla Model S: Knuckle - Suspension - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove rear brake dust shield (refer to procedure)
- Remove nut and bolt securing toe link arm to knuckle (torque 130
Nm).
- Remove nut and bolt securing integral link to knuckle (torque
130 Nm).
- Remove nut and bolt securing lower control arm to knuckle
(torque 190 Nm).
- Remove bolt securing upper suspension link to knuckle (torque
140 Nm).
- Remove nut and bolt securing air spring module to knuckle
(torque 140 Nm).
- Remove suspension knuckle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Caution: Ensure that the bolt that secures the spring
assembly to the knuckle is inserted towards the rear of the
vehicle; the head of the bolt faces the front of the vehicle
and the nut is tightened at the rear.
Caution: Only fully tighten suspension nuts and bolts
when the vehicle is on a 4-post lift and the suspension is
in the ride height position.
Transfer vehicle to a 4 post lift and perform a 4 wheel alignment
check (refer to procedure).
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Special tool(s) required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1062500-00-A
Magnetic F
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Loosen the front LH lug nuts.
Raise and
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the wheel (refer to procedure).
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Removal
Remove the RH lower instrument panel (refer to procedure)
Remove the lower glove box panel by releasing the trim clips
(x6).
Open the glove box.
Remove the 6 screws that secure the glove box.
Vehicle Identification Number
You can find the VIN at the following locations:
Touch Controls > Software.
Stamped on a plate located at the top of the
dashboard. Can be seen by looking through the
windshield on the driver's side of the vehicle.
Printed on the Vehicle Certification labe