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Tesla Model S: Sensor - Ride Height - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Suspension / Sensor - Ride Height - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle. Removal

  1. Remove the road wheel (refer to procedure).
  2. Disconnect the ride height sensor connector and harness.
  3. Remove the nut that secures the link to the upper suspension link (torque 7 Nm). Caution: To prevent ball joint damage, always hold the ball joint pin with a wrench while loosening or tightening the lock nut.
  4. Remove the bolt that secures the ride height sensor to the body (torque 7 Nm).

    Sensor - Ride Height - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

  5. Remove the ride height sensor from the vehicle.
Installation
  1. Installation procedure is the reverse of removal. Note: Clean the affected areas before installation. Caution: Replace all nylon-insert locknuts.
  2. Calibrate the ride height sensors (refer to procedure).

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