Tesla Model S: Alignment Check
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Raise the alignment platform until it is clear
of all 4 rack locks.
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Lower the alignment platform onto the rack
locks and ensure that it is level.
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Secure all 4 alignment optical targets.
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Perform the rolling compensation.
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Remove the pins from the slip plates and turn
plates.
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Air suspension only:
Check the ride height:
Note: Do not bump or pull
on the vehicle for the remainder of this procedure; this could bring
the ride height values out of specification.
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Install the brake pedal depressor.
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Perform a caster sweep without sitting inside
or leaning on the vehicle.
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Turn the steering wheel so that the steering
wheel angle displayed on the touchscreen is 0.0 degrees, then
install the steering wheel holder.
Note: If the alignment
machine indicates that all parameters are within specification, the
vehicle passes the alignment check. Continue to the next step.
Note: If the vehicle
fails the alignment check, perform a full alignment
(refer to procedure) and add the appropriate correction code for
"Four Wheel Alignment - Adjust Only":
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Air Suspension:31002100
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Coil Suspension:31002200
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Transfer the PDF of the alignment results from
the alignment machine and attach it to the repair order.
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Remove the brake pedal depressor.
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Reinstall all slip plate pins and turn plate
pins.
Tip: Install the
forward slip plate pins before installing the
rearward slip plate pins.
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Remove all 4 alignment optical targets.
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Enter the vehicle.
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Press the brake pedal and shift into Park.
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Remove the wheel chocks.
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Remove the vehicle from the alignment rack.
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Note: This procedure is not specific to a particular alignment
machine. Follow the alignment equipment manufacturer's instructions for
additional information and safety instructions.
Special to
Special tool required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Tesla
1049633-0
Remove the front wheels (refer to procedure).
Check the tightening torque of the following fasteners on both sides of the
vehicle:
Tie rod end to the knuckle (torque 103 Nm).
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
VIN Locations
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is visible in 3 locations:
The bottom corner of the driver's side of the windshield
On the driver's side door jamb
Vehicles built before September 2015: On the front crossmember,
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