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:
Supplier
Part Number
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
SEE MORE:
Wheels - Vehicle - Set (Remove and Install)
Warning: "Jack mode" must
be activated on vehicles with air suspension before lifting the
vehicle. Failure to do this might lead to suspension damage and
could cause serious personal injury.
Note: Vehicles with air
suspension might need the suspension to be set to "High" or "Very
'B' Post Trim Panel - LH (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Open both LH doors.
Remove clips (x2) securing 'B' post finisher to body.
Caution: Protect exterior paint surfaces during this
procedure.
Note: Components have been removed in this graphic
to aid clarity.
Using a trim kn
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