Tesla Model S: 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 all Patchbolt(s).
Note: The LH and RH subframe braces are not
interchangeable.
- Remove the protective caps from the tie rods of the new steering
rack to ensure that there is no damage to the threads, then
reinstall the protective caps.
- Turn the input shaft of the new steering rack completely
clockwise.
- If the tie rod end positions were paint-marked earlier, transfer
the paint marks to the new steering rack.
- Reinstall the steering rack.
- Install the subframe braces from the underhood area, but do not
install the mounting bolts yet.
- Raise the vehicle.
- Confirm the proper position of the subframe braces. The rear
portion of the brace is positioned between the subframe and side
rail, and the front portion is positioned between the bolt head and
the sway bar bracket.
- Loosely install the sway bar bolts and rear subframe bolts.
- Install the upper bolts (x2) that secure the LH and RH subframe
braces to the subframe (torque 26 Nm).
- Fully tighten the sway bar bolts and rear subframe bolts.
- Install the tie rod ends using the same number of turns that
were recorded during removal.
- Ensure that the front road wheels are in a straight ahead
position before reconnecting the lower intermediate shaft.
- Transfer the vehicle to a 4 post lift (refer to procedure).
- Perform a wheel alignment check (refer to procedure).
- Perform a full firmware update.
- Run the "Power Steering (EPAS) Control" procedure in Toolbox.
Note: After recalibrating the power steering,
drive the vehicle for a minimum of 5 minutes before
returning the vehicle to the customer.
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Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack"
mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the front subframe (refer to procedu
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).
Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Warning: Do not work on an incorrectly supported
vehicle.
Remove upper intermediate stee
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NOTE: Depending on market region, vehicle
configuration, options purchased, and software version,
your vehicle may not be equipped with Summon, or the
feature may not operate exactly as described.
Summon allows you to automatically park and retrieve
Model S while you are standing outside the veh
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 shatter.
Note: Before disconnecting the 12V power supply,
ensure that the driver's door window