Tesla Model S: Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
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Remove the rear drive unit:
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Small drive unit:
Refer to procedure.
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Large drive unit:
Refer to procedure.
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Remove the rear sway bar
(refer to procedure).
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If the vehicle is equipped with air suspension,
remove the bolt that secures the LH ride height sensor bracket to
the subframe (torque 7 Nm). Remove the sensor and bracket.
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Repeat the previous step to remove the RH ride
height sensor and bracket.
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Release the harness clips (x11) from the
subframe assembly.
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Remove the rear subframe harness.
Installation
Installation procedure is the
reverse of removal.
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Special tools required for this procedure:
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Part Number
Description
Removal
Remove front subframe assembly for access
(refer to procedure)
Remove and discard the bolts (x2) securing
steering rack assembly to subframe (torque 175 Nm).
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove front aero shield
(refer
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Fluids
Air conditioning
Depending on its intended sales region, the air conditioning system is
filled with R134a or 1234yf refrigerant. Refer to the label on the RH
frunk trim.
If oil needs to be added to the system, use only POE ND-11 or
equivalent.
Caution: Do not mix differe
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove front skid plate (refer to procedure)
Remove nut (x1) securing pipe to sub-cool condenser (torque 8
Nm).
Remove nut (x1) securing pipe retaining plate to TXV (torque 12
Nm).