Tesla Model S: Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) 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
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Ensuring Accurate Occupant
Classification
To help ensure an occupant in the front passenger seat
can be accurately classified, the passenger must:
Wear a seat belt.
Sit upright on the center of the seat cushion, with
shoulders resting against the seat back and legs
extended comfortably in front with feet on the floor.
See Examples
Applique - Fascia - Front - 2nd Generation (Remove and Replace)
Note: This procedure describes how to remove and replace
the 2nd generation front fascia applique. If the vehicle is equipped
with a 1st generation front fascia applique, refer to procedure
10011402 (refer to procedure).
Removal
Remove the front fascia applique (refer t
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