Tesla Model S: Strut - Shock Tower to Bulkhead - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Ensure that the wipers are in the off position by rotating the
end of the left-hand steering column lever towards the rear of the
vehicle.
- Open the hood to the service position.
- Remove both wiper arms (refer to procedure).
- Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the LH strut brace to the
shock tower (torque 20 Nm).
- Remove the clip that secures the cowl screen to the LH strut
brace (torque 20 Nm).
Note: RHD vehicles have an additional bolt
securing the coolant reservoir to the underside of the strut
brace (torque 5 Nm). Remove this before proceeding.
- Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the air suspension reservoir
to the LH strut brace (red arrows) (torque 25 Nm).
- Remove the bolt that secures the wiper motor assembly to the LH
strut brace (yellow arrow) (torque 6 Nm).
- Remove the bolt that secures the LH strut brace to the bulkhead
(green arrow) (torque 30 Nm).
Caution: Remove the clip carefully.
- Release the clip that secures the wiring harness to the LH
strut.
- Remove the LH strut brace.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the
following:
- Clean the affected areas before installation.
- Ensure that the wipers are set back to the Auto position by
rotating the end of the left-hand steering column lever towards the
front of the vehicle.
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Note: Use Dow Betaseal Express or an equivalent fast-curing
glass adhesive to perform this procedure.
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Removal
Remove the rear view mirror trim. (refer to procedure)
Press the spring clip while lifting the corners of the clip to
remove the sensor from the bracket.
Removal
Remove the front door mirror assembly (refer to procedure).
Carefully release the quarter glass from the seal and frame.
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Removal
Remove center console rear closing panel (refer to procedure)
Move front center arm rests forward.
Using a suitable tool depress clips (x4) securing rear vent to
center console.
Remove rear vent.
Warning: Only technicians who have been trained in High
Voltage Awareness are permitted to perform this procedure. Proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and insulating HV gloves with a
minimum rating of class 00 (500V) must be worn any time a high
voltage cable is handled. Refer