Tesla Model S: Shaft - Steering Column - Intermediate Lower (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the underhood storage unit for access (refer to
procedure).
- Mark the lower intermediate shaft position relative to the upper
intermediate shaft and pinion.
- Remove the bolt that secures the lower intermediate shaft to the
steering rack (torque 49 Nm).
- Remove the nut and bolt that secure the lower intermediate shaft
to the upper intermediate shaft (torque 50 Nm).
- Release the lower intermediate shaft from the slot in the upper
intermediate shaft.
- Release the lower intermediate shaft from the rack. Remove the
lower intermediate shaft.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
- Ensure that the lower intermediate shaft to pinion marks align
correctly.
- Run the "Power Steering (EPAS) Control" procedure in Toolbox.
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Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed
position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in
door glass shat
Removal
Remove the driver's side footwell cover (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the lower intermediate shaft (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the lower intermediate shaft fro
Warning: If the 12V power supply is disconnected, do
not attempt to open any doors with door glass in closed
position. Failure to follow this instruction could result in
door glass shat
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Warning: "Jack mode" must be activated on vehicles with air
suspension before lifting the vehicle. Failure to do this might lead
to suspension damage and could cause serious personal injury.
Note: Vehicles with air suspension might need the
suspension to be set to "High" or "Very High"
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).
Remove the nut that secures the ride height sensor link and
release it from the upper suspension