Tesla Model S: Lifting and Jacking
Raising and supporting the vehicle
Jacking points on the Model S
Two post lift
Refer to procedure 10000205 for instructions.
Warning: Death, serious injury or damage to the vehicle can occur if the vehicle is improperly lifted on a two post lift.
Hydraulic jack
A hydraulic jack with a minimum 1500 kg (3300 lb) load capacity must be used.
Warning: For vehicles with air suspension, suspension 'Jack' mode must be activated before lifting the vehicle with a hydraulic jack (refer to procedure 10000105). Failure to do this might lead to suspension damage and could cause serious personal injury.
Warning: Do not start work on the underside of the vehicle until safety stands have been positioned under the body reinforced pads. Never get under a vehicle that is only supported by a jack.
Warning: Always chock the wheels when jacking.
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Tie Rod End - LH (Remove and Replace)
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the road wheel (refer to procedure).
Loosen the tie rod end jam nut (torque 70 Nm).
Caution: To prevent ti
Drive Unit - Rear - Large (Remove and Replace)
Note: Loosen suspension fasteners by hand, then
use a cordless electric drill with a 3/8 in drive adapter and an
3/8 in drive air ratchet wrench.
Removal
Remove the drive unit (refer to procedure).
Installation
Note: Perform the Installation section of
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