Tesla Model S: Spring and Damper Assembly - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
- Remove the LH rear wheelarch liner (refer to procedure).
- Remove the parking brake caliper (refer to procedure).
- Remove the mid aero shield (refer to procedure).
- Remove the bolt that secures the upper link to the knuckle
(torque 140 Nm).
- Support the rear suspension with a stand.
- Remove the bolt that secures the outer toe link to the knuckle
(torque 130 Nm).
- Release the bushing from the knuckle, lifting the arm for
access.
- Remove the nut and bolt that secure the rear spring and damper
assembly to the knuckle (torque 140 Nm).
- Release the spring and damper assembly from the suspension
knuckle.
- Remove the nuts (x3) that secure the spring and damper assembly
to the body (torque 40 Nm).
- Remove the spring and damper assembly from the vehicle.
Caution: Take care not to damage component(s).
- Remove the nuts (x3) that secure the adaptor plate to the spring
and damper assembly (torque 40 Nm).
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
Caution: Replace all nylon-insert locknuts.
Caution: Ensure that the bolt that secures the spring
assembly to the knuckle is inserted towards the rear of the
vehicle; the head of the bolt faces the front of the vehicle
and the nut is tightened at the rear.
Caution: Only fully tighten suspension nuts and bolts
when the vehicle is on a 4-post lift and the suspension is
in the ride height position.
Spring and; Damper Assembly - Rear - RH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove RH spring and damper assembly (refer to procedure)
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Warning: If the vehicle has air suspension,
activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and
supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Ensure that the front road wheels are i
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Periodically clean the edge of the wiper blades and
check the rubber for cracks, splits, and roughness. If
damaged, replace the blade immediately to prevent
damage to the glass and improve visibility.
Contaminants on the windshield, or on the wiper blades,
can reduce the effectiveness of the wi
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).
Caution: Replace all
Patchbolt(s).
Caution:
Ensure that the bolts ar