Tesla Model S: Steering
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Steering
- Steering Rack (RWD) (Remove and Replace)
- Steering Rack (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Removal
- Steering Rack (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Installation
- Steering Rack (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
- Tie Rod End - LH (Remove and Replace)
- Seal - Steering Rack (Remove and Replace)
- Shaft - Steering Column - Intermediate Lower (Remove and Replace)
- Shaft - Steering Column - Intermediate Lower (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
- Shaft - Steering Column - Intermediate Upper (Remove and Replace)
- Shaft - Steering Column - Intermediate Upper (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
- Steering Wheel (Remove and Replace)
- Steering Column (Remove and Replace)
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Steering Rack (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Removal
Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension,
activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and
supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Ensure that the front road wheels are i
Steering Rack (RWD) (Remove and Replace) - Installation
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
Caution: Replace all nylon-insert locknuts.
Caution: Replace a
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Head Supports
The front seats include integrated head supports that
you cannot adjust.
The rear outboard seating positions include an
adjustable head support that can be raised/lowered or
removed. The head support should always be raised and
locked into position (so that the center is aligned with
the cente
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).
R
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