Tesla Model 3 Rear Shock Replacement Guide

Does your Tesla have a bumpy ride due to faulty shocks? Learn how to fix the problem by replacing the rear shocks of your Tesla. This guide provides step-by-step instructions on changing the rear shock (called strut) on a Tesla Model 3.\

What you will need

• Tesla 3 Rear Shocks
• Tesla Jack Pad
• Mechanic Toolset
• Torque Wrench
• Floor Jack
• Jack Stands

Procedure

How to replace Tesla Model 3 rear shocks.

1. Park the Tesla on level ground. 
2. Loosen the lug nuts for the wheel that you are working on.
3. Jack up the vehicle. Make sure to use the jack pads to protect the battery.
4. A secure vehicle with jack stands.
5. Remove the 10mm bolt and the plastic cover under the lower control arm. 
6. Remove two 15mm bolts that secure the shock to the frame. 
7. Place a floor lift under the rear control arm.
8. Remove the bolt that secures the rear shock to the lower control arm. 
9. Remove the bolt where the lower control arm connects to the wheel knuckle.
10.  Slowly lower the control arm.
11. Install the new shock in reverse order.
12. Install the wheel and torque it to 130 ft/lbs.

Replacing the rear shock on a Tesla Model 3 is easy and takes about thirty minutes to one hour per shock. Sometimes, the rear Tesla shock may also be called a strut, but the proper name is called shock. The pictures in this guide are from a 2018 Tesla Model 3 AWD.

We hope you find the Tesla Model 3 Rear Shock Replacement Guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Tesla.