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Remove And Replace

  1. Open RH front door
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  2. Lower front windows
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  3. Open hood
    NOTE: Using MCU touchscreen > Controls > Frunk Trunk
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  4. Place air suspension into "Jack Mode"
    NOTE: Controls > Suspension > Jack mode
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  5. Center steering wheel and install steering wheel holder
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  6. Open hood
    NOTE: Using MCU touchscreen > Controls > Frunk Trunk
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  7. Remove rear underhood apron
    NOTE: 8x clips
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  8. Remove LH underhood apron
    NOTE: 9x clips
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  9. Remove RH underhood apron
    NOTE: 9x clips
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  10. Release drainage hoses from HEPA filter inlet duct
    NOTE: 2x hoses
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  11. Remove clips securing HEPA filter inlet duct to cowl panel
    NOTE: 3x push clips
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  12. Remove HEPA filter inlet duct
    NOTE: 2x clips on HEPA filter
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  13. Remove HEPA filter outlet duct from vehicle
    NOTE: Lift up, pull towards front of vehicle, then rotate clockwise
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  14. Raise and support vehicle
    NOTE: Set air suspension to "Jack Mode" if equipped Via Controls > "Service"
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  15. Power down vehicle using MCU
    NOTE: Controls > Safety & Security > Power Off > "POWER OFF"
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  16. Disconnect 12V negative terminal and First Responder Loop
    NOTE: 1x nut, 10 mm, 5 N.m, 1x connector, Wait at least 2 minutes before disconnecting modules or HV components
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  17. Disconnect light and release switch connectors and remove underhood storage carpet
    NOTE: 2x connectors, Release edge of carpet from underneath underhood storage unit seal
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  18. Remove underhood storage unit
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 7 N.m, 2x push clips
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  19. Push wiring harness grommet through underhood storage unit and remove
    NOTE: 1x grommet
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  20. Remove lug nut covers from LH front wheel
    NOTE: 5x covers
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  21. Loosen LH front wheel
    NOTE: 5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 N.m
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  22. Remove lug nut covers from RH front wheel
    NOTE: 5x covers
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  23. Loosen RH front wheel
    NOTE: 5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 N.m
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  24. Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks
    NOTE: Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
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  25. Remove LH front wheel
    NOTE: 5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 N.m
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  26. Remove RH front wheel
    NOTE: 5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 N.m
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  27. Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks
    NOTE: Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
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  28. Remove clips securing LH shear plate to wheel fairing
    NOTE: 2x push clips
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  29. Remove LH shear plate
    NOTE: 1x nyloc nut, 15 mm, 35 N.m, 3x screws, T25, 6 N.m, 1x bolt, 10 mm, 4 N.m, Discard nyloc nut after removal
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  30. Remove clips securing RH shear plate to wheel fairing
    NOTE: 2x push clips
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  31. Remove RH shear plate
    NOTE: 1x nyloc nut, 15 mm, 35 N.m, 3x screws, T25, 6 N.m, 1x bolt, 10 mm, 4 N.m, Discard nyloc nut after removal
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  32. Remove clips securing mid aero shield to vehicle
    NOTE: 7x push clips
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  33. Remove bolts securing mid aero shield to vehicle
    NOTE: 7x bolts, 10 mm, 4 N.m
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  34. Remove ski side covers on RH side
    NOTE: 14x clips, 3x covers
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  35. Remove ski side covers on LH side
    NOTE: 14x clips, 3x covers
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  36. Remove front lower bash plate extrusion
    NOTE: 2x bolts, T30, 16 N.m
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  37. Remove four center bolts securing HV battery
    NOTE: 4x patch bolts, E12, 38 N.m, Discard after removal
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  38. Position battery table beneath vehicle
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  39. Lower vehicle to table
    NOTE: Recommend assistance, Align table to vehicle and raise casters to level table if necessary
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  40. Remove remaining eight center bolts securing HV battery
    NOTE: 8x patch bolts, E12, 38 N.m, Discard after removal
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  41. Remove front four HV battery bolts
    NOTE: 4x patch bolts, 13 mm, 30 N.m, Discard after removal
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  42. Remove 21 mm bolts securing front of HV battery
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 21 mm, 115 N.m, Discard after removal
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  43. Remove LH rocker bolts
    NOTE: 8x patch bolts, 13 mm, 55 N.m, Discard after removal
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  44. Remove RH rocker bolts
    NOTE: 8x patch bolts, 13 mm, 55 N.m, Discard after removal
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  45. Raise vehicle off of HV battery
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  46. Move battery away from vehicle
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  47. Remove all items from pockets and ensure not wearing metal items
  48. Inspect HV insulating gloves
    NOTE: Check gloves for damage prior to use, Refer to service document TN-15-92-003, for information on inspecting HV gloves, https://service.teslamotors.com/documents?model=&keys=TN-15-92-003&vehicle_system=&sort_by=field_date_submitted&sort_order=DESC
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  49. Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves
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  50. Check voltage on HV rapid mate
    NOTE: B+ to ground, B- to ground, and B+ to B-, If any voltage reading is more than 10V, the pack contactors are not fully opened, Contact Engineering for support
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  51. Cover the high voltage connector with a HV Rapid Mate cover, and the low voltage connector with a LV Rapid Mate cover
    NOTE: If these covers are not available, cover the Rapid Mate connectors with masking tape to prevent debris from falling in
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  52. Remove clips securing front aero shield to vehicle
    NOTE: 10x push clips
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  53. Remove bolts securing front aero shield to vehicle and remove
    NOTE: 12x bolts, 10 mm, 4 N.m
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  54. Remove the bolts securing the bash plate stamping and skid plate to the front subframe skid plate
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 9 N.m
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  55. Remove clip that secures the coolant pump 2 hose to the subframe
    NOTE: 1x clip
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  56. Remove PT coolant pump 2 harness clip from front subframe
    NOTE: 1x clip
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  57. Slide PT coolant pump 2 from front subframe
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  58. Remove the LH stay bar
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 11 N.m
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  59. Remove the RH stay bar
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 11 N.m
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  60. Remove skid bar from front subframe
    NOTE: 4x bolts, 10 mm, 10 N.m
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  61. Remove nuts holding ABS pump to subframe and release from rubber grommet
    NOTE: 2x nuts, 10 mm, 9 N.m, 1 rubber grommet
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  62. Remove forward bolt securing RH 3-way valve to subframe bracket
    NOTE: 1x bolts, T30, 5 N.m
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  63. Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks
    NOTE: Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
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  64. Remove bolts for chiller to subframe
    NOTE: 3x bolts, 10 mm, 5 N.m
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  65. Slide coolant pump 1 off of the subframe bracket
    NOTE: The coolant hose is still between subframe and sway bar
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  66. Disconnect steering rack connectors
    NOTE: 2x connectors
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  67. Remove the fasteners securing air suspension pump bracket to subframe
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 5.5 N.m
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  68. Remove accessible bolt on RH 3-way valve
    NOTE: 1x bolt, T30, 5 N.m, Remaining bolt will be removed at later step
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  69. Install a bar across frame rails and support removed accessories
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  70. Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks
    NOTE: Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
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  71. Loosen the LH tie rod end jam nut
    NOTE: 1x nut, 21 mm, 70 N.m
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  72. Remove the LH nut that secures the tie rod end to the knuckle and disconnect tie rod from knuckle
    NOTE: 1x nyloc nut, 21 mm, 103 N.m, Discard after removal
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  73. Loosen the RH tie rod end jam nut
    NOTE: 1x nut, 21 mm, 70 N.m
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  74. Remove the nut that secures the tie rod end to the RH knuckle
    NOTE: 1x nut, 21 mm, 103 N.m, Prevent ball joint damage from spinning by holding the ball joint pin with counter force to the nut, Discard after removal
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  75. Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks
    NOTE: Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
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  76. Remove LH stabar nut from the stabar and move LH stabar end link away from the bar
    NOTE: 1x nyloc nut, 15 mm, 70 N.m, Counter hold stud with 5 mm hex socket and use wrench to remove nut, Discard after removal
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  77. Remove RH stabar nut from the stabar and move RH stabar end link away from the bar
    NOTE: 1x nyloc nut, 15 mm, 70 N.m, Counter hold stud with 5 mm hex socket and use wrench to remove nut, Discard after removal
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  78. Remove the bolt and nut that secure the LH front shock absorber to the rear lower control arm
    NOTE: 1x nut, 21 mm, 1x bolt, 21 mm, 140 N.m
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  79. Remove the bolt and nut that secure the RH front shock absorber to the rear lower control arm
    NOTE: 1x nut, 21 mm, 1x bolt, 21 mm, 140 N.m
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  80. Remove LH side lower control arm nuts
    NOTE: 2x nyloc nuts, 21 mm, 196 N.m, 2x washers, Discard after removal, Need to hold ball joint to prevent damage
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  81. Remove RH side lower control arm nuts
    NOTE: 2x nyloc nuts, 21 mm, 196 N.m, 2x washers, Discard after removal, Need to hold ball joint to prevent damage
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  82. Remove the bolt that secures the lower intermediate shaft to the steering rack and slide the shaft off of the rack
    NOTE: 1x bolt, 13 mm, 49 N.m
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  83. Remove the bolts that secure the front subframe to the bumper carrier
    NOTE: 4x patch bolts, 10 mm, 7.5 N.m, Discard after removal
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  84. Position subframe fixture beneath vehicle and raise fixture
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  85. Remove the bolts that secure the subframe to the chassis
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 18 mm, 115 N.m, 2x bolts, 16 mm, 115 N.m,
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  86. Lower subframe and move it away from vehicle
    NOTE: Need to tilt subframe back to remove from carrier, Be mindful of coolant hoses and chiller, may need to feed them past the sway bar
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  87. Remove LH tie rod end
    NOTE: Count the number of turns and remember for install
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  88. Remove RH tie rod end
    NOTE: Count the number of turns and remember for install
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  89. Remove steering rack from subframe
    NOTE: 3x bolts, 21 mm, 175 N.m,
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  90. Install steering rack with new bolts
    NOTE: 3x bolts, 21 mm, 175 N.m
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  91. Install RH tie rod end and snug the jam nut
    NOTE: Remember how many turns to put back on
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  92. Install LH tie rod end and snug the jam nut
    NOTE: Remember how many turns to put back on
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  93. Install subframe in position for install
    NOTE: Need to tilt subframe back to install into the carrier, Be mindful of coolant hoses and chiller, may need to feed them past the sway bar
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  94. Install the bolts that secure the subframe to the chassis
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 18 mm, 115 N.m, 2x bolts, 16 mm, 115 N.m
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  95. Remove subframe fixture from under vehicle
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  96. Install the bolts that secure the front subframe to the bumper carrier
    NOTE: 4x patch bolts, 10 mm, 7.5 N.m, Install new bolts
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  97. Install the bolt that attaches the lower intermediate shaft to the steering rack.
    NOTE: 1x bolt, 13 mm, 30 N.m
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  98. Install RH side lower control arm nuts
    NOTE: 2x nyloc nuts and washers, 21 mm, 196 N.m, Install new nuts and washers, Need to hold ball joint to prevent damage
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  99. Install LH side lower control arm nuts
    NOTE: 2x nyloc nuts and washers, 21 mm, 196 N.m, Install new nuts and washers, Need to hold ball joint to prevent damage
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  100. Install new nut that secures the RH sway bar to the sway bar end links
    NOTE: 1x nyloc nut, 15 mm, 70 N.m, Install new nuts
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  101. Install nut securing LH stabar end link to stabar
    NOTE: 1x nyloc nut, 15 mm, 70 N.m, Install new nut, Counter hold stud with 5 mm hex socket
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  102. Loosely install the bolt and nut that secure the RH front shock absorber to the rear lower control arm
    NOTE: 1x nut, 21 mm, 1x bolt, 21 mm, 140 N.m, Torqued at a later step
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  103. Loosely install the bolt and nut that secure the LH front shock absorber to the rear lower control arm
    NOTE: 1x nut, 21 mm, 1x bolt, 21 mm, 140 N.m, Torqued at a later step
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  104. Install forward bolt of RH 3-way coolant valve
    NOTE: 1x bolts, T30, 5 N.m
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  105. Install ABS pump to subframe
    NOTE: 2x nuts, 10 mm, 9 N.m
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  106. Install skid bar onto the front subframe
    NOTE: 4x bolts, 10 mm, 10 N.m
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  107. Install RH stay bar
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 11 N.m
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  108. Install LH stay bar
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 11 N.m
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  109. Slide PT coolant pump 2 to front subframe
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  110. Install PT coolant pump 2 harness clip to front subframe
    NOTE: 1x clip
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  111. Install clip that secures coolant pump 2 hose to the subframe
    NOTE: 1x clip
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  112. Install the bolts securing the bash plate stamping and skid plate to the front subframe skid plate
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 9 N.m
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  113. Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks
    NOTE: Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
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  114. Install nut securing RH front tie rod end to RH front knuckle
    NOTE: 1x nyloc nut, 21 mm, 103 N.m, Install new nut
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  115. Install nut securing LH front tie rod end to LH front knuckle
    NOTE: 1x nyloc nut, 21 mm, 103 N.m, Install new nut
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  116. Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks
    NOTE: Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
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  117. Remove the bar across frame rails
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  118. Install remaining fastener securing RH 3-way valve to subframe
    NOTE: 1x bolt, T30, 5 N.m
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  119. Install the fasteners securing air suspension pump bracket to subframe
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 5.5 N.m
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  120. Connect steering rack connectors
    NOTE: 2x connectors
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  121. Slide coolant pump 1 on to the subframe bracket
    NOTE: 1x coolant pump
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  122. Install the chiller to the subframe
    NOTE: 3x bolts, 10 mm, 5 N.m
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  123. Raise vehicle fully and lower onto locks
    NOTE: Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side, Ensure the vehicle is stable by rocking the vehicle on the lift immediately after the tires have left the ground, Always lower the lift arms onto the locks after raising the vehicle
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  124. Install front aero shield into position and hand tighten center bolts
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 4 N.m
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  125. Install clips securing aero shield to vehicle
    NOTE: 10x push clips
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  126. Install and tighten bolts securing aero shield to vehicle
    NOTE: 4x bolts, 10 mm, 4 N.m, Outer bolts will be installed with wheel arch liners
  127. Position HV battery underneath vehicle
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  128. Remove covers or tape from LV and HV rapid mates
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  129. Lower vehicle onto pack
    NOTE: Align rapid mate connections before lowering fully, Recommend assistance
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  130. Loosely install 4 new front bolts for HV battery
    NOTE: 4x patch bolts, 13 mm, 30 N.m, Install new patch bolts, Torque at later step
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  131. Loosely install LH rocker bolts
    NOTE: 8x patch bolts, 13 mm, 55 N.m, Install new patch bolts, Torque at later step
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  132. Loosely install RH rocker bolts
    NOTE: 8x patch bolts, 13 mm, 55 N.m, Install new patch bolts, Torque at later step
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  133. Loosely install 21 mm bolts at front of HV battery hand tight
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 21 mm, 115 N.m, Install new bolts, Torque at later step
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  134. Loosely install eight outer center bolts hand tight
    NOTE: 8x patch bolts, E12, 38 N.m, Install new patch bolts, Torque at later step
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  135. Torque rocker HV battery bolts on both sides
    NOTE: 16x patch bolts, 13 mm, 55 N.m
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  136. Torque remaining HV battery bolts
    NOTE: 8x patch bolts, E12, 38 N.m, 2x bolts, 21 mm, 115 N.m, 4x patch bolts, 13 mm, 30 N.m
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  137. Raise vehicle and remove battery table
    NOTE: Recommend assistance
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  138. Install front lower bash plate extrusion
    NOTE: 2x patch bolts, T30, 16 N.m
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  139. Install ski side covers onto RH side of HV battery
    NOTE: 14x clips, 3x covers
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  140. Install ski side covers onto LH side of HV battery
    NOTE: 14x clips, 3x covers
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  141. Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks
    NOTE: Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
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  142. Install LH front wheel
    NOTE: 5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 N.m, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
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  143. Install RH front wheel
    NOTE: 5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 N.m, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
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  144. Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
    NOTE: Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
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  145. Torque LH front wheel
    NOTE: 5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 N.m
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  146. Torque RH front wheel
    NOTE: 5x nuts, 21 mm, 175 N.m
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  147. Install RH front lug nut covers
    NOTE: 5x covers
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  148. Install LH front lug nut covers
    NOTE: 5x covers
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  149. Connect First Responder Loop and 12V negative terminal
    NOTE: 1x connector, 1x nut, 10 mm, 5 N.m
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  150. Install underhood storage unit
    NOTE: Install harness and grommet
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  151. Install bolts and clips securing underhood storage unit
    NOTE: 2x bolts, 10 mm, 7 N.m, 2x push clips
    G14981472Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  152. Install underhood storage carpet and reconnect light and release switch connectors
    NOTE: 2x connectors, Secure edges of carpet underneath underhood storage unit seal
    G14981473Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  153. Install HEPA filter outlet duct
    G14981474Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G14981475Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  154. Install HEPA filter inlet duct
    NOTE: 2x tabs, One on each side
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    G14981477Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  155. Install clips securing HEPA filter inlet duct to cowl panel
    NOTE: 3x push clips
    G14981478Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  156. Secure drainage hoses to HEPA filter inlet duct
    NOTE: 2x hoses
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  157. Install RH underhood apron
    NOTE: 9x clips
    G14981481Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G14981482Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  158. Install LH underhood apron
    NOTE: 9x clips
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    G14981484Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  159. Install rear underhood apron
    NOTE: 8x clips
    G14981485Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G14981486Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  160. Close hood
    NOTE: Press firmly in green highlighted areas (see image), Damage may result from pressure elsewhere on hood
    G14981487Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  161. Lower vehicle and remove from lift
    NOTE: Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode" if equipped
    G14981488Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
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    G14981490Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  162. Remove steering holder from vehicle
    G14981491Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  163. Remove cubby under MCU and connect laptop to vehicle with a tethered Ethernet connection via Toolbox 2
    NOTE: 2x clips, 1x connector, Drive rail must be ON, Toolbox 2 program must be in current service default.
    G14981492Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G14981493Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G14981494Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  164. Perform firmware update
    NOTE: Per current FRT (00020007) 0.3 hrs. Install full firmware package. If firmware gets stuck, perform a hard 12V reset and reinstall firmware again.
    G14981495Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  165. Use the Toolbox Power Steering (EPAS) Control panel to reflash the steering rack
    NOTE: Panels > Steering > Power Steering (EPAS) Control and Select the play button to run the toolbox routine, This is only intended for Gen 1 racks, panel does not apply for Gen 2 or 3
    G14981496Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G14981497Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  166. Use the Toolbox ESP Configuration panel to calibrate the steering rack
    NOTE: Panels > Suspension > ESP Configuration and Select the play button to run the toolbox routine
    G14981498Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
    G14981499Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  167. Position vehicle onto 4-post lift
    NOTE: Set ride height to standard, Position wheel chocks to keep vehicle from rolling
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  168. Position vehicle onto 4-post lift
    NOTE: Set ride height to standard
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    G14981503Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  169. Torque LH air spring module nut and bolt to LH aft link
    NOTE: 1x bolt, 21 mm, 1x nut, 22 mm, 140 N.m
    G14981504Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  170. Remove existing paint mark from LH air spring module bolt
    NOTE: Clean the area thoroughly so the new marking is not confused with the previous marking
    G14981505Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  171. Mark LH air spring module bolt to show component has been torqued
    NOTE: Use a high visibility paint pen when marking components
    G14981506Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  172. Torque RH air spring module nut and bolt to RH aft link
    NOTE: 1x bolt, 21 mm, 1x nut, 22 mm, 140 N.m
    G14981507Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  173. Remove the existing paint mark from RH air spring module
    NOTE: Clean the area thoroughly so the new marking is not confused with the previous marking
    G14981508Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  174. Mark the RH air spring module bolt to show the component has been torqued
    NOTE: Use a high visibility paint pen when marking components
    G14981509Courtesy of TESLA, INC.
  175. Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine if an alignment check (AC) or full adjustment (FA) is necessary. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension .
  176. Perform test drive
    NOTE: Per current FRT 00040100 (0.3)
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