Tesla Model S: Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2025) Service Manual / Chassis / Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Removal
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Remove the rear drive unit:
- Small drive unit: Refer to procedure.
- Large drive unit: Refer to procedure.
- 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.
- Repeat the previous step to remove the RH ride height sensor and bracket.
- Release the harness clips (x11) from the subframe assembly.
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Remove the rear subframe harness.
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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Subframe Assembly - Front (Remove and Install)
Special tools required for this procedure:
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Description
Subframe Assembly - Front (Remove and Replace)
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).
Skidplate - Front (Remove and Replace)
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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Removal
Remove driver seat outer side cover (refer to procedure)
Remove screws (x3) securing lumbar adjust switch to cover
(torque 1 Nm).
Remove lumbar adjust switch.
Installation
Insta
Latch - Hood (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the front underhood apron (refer to procedure).
Remove the front fascia applique (refer to procedure).
Disconnect the harness from the LH side of the latch.
Remove th
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