Damper Assembly - Front - LH - Remove and Replace: Notes

Last modified: 29/06/2023 03:11:27

Fig 1: Front Damper Assembly Components Location

Courtesy of TESLA, INC.

Revision History:

• 2023-05-03: Installation method updated to set ride height before torquing the front damper assembly to the lower control arm.

Special Tools required: 

• 1467109-00-A Strut Removal Socket, 13 mm, M3

Torque Specifications 

Description	Torque Value	Recommended Tools	Reuse/Replace	Notes
Nuts (x3) that attach the LH spring and damper assembly to the FUCA mount	23 N.m (17.0 lbs-ft)	13 mm socket 3 in extension	Reuse
New nut that attaches the stabilizer bar link to the LH front spring and damper assembly	98 N.m (72.3 lbs-ft)	18 mm socket Torx T40 socket	Replace
Bolt and new nut that attaches the upper control arm to the knuckle	56 N.m (41.3 lbs-ft)	Torx T50 socket 15 mm combination wrench	Reuse/Replace	Replace the nut
	Nut that attaches the LH front jounce hose bracket to the vehicle	6 N.m (4.4 lbs-ft)	Reuse	Dual motor vehicles only
New bolt that attaches the LH ABS wheel speed sensor to the knuckle	5 N.m (3.7 lbs-ft)	10 mm socket	Replace
Bolt and nut that attach the LH front spring and damper assembly to the lower control arm	106 N.m (78.2 lbs-ft)	21 mm socket	Reuse

• 1467109-00-A Strut Removal Socket, 13mm, M3