Tesla Model 3 (2017-on) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Tesla Model 3 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque settings for Tesla Model 3

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

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  • Production years: 2017 - present
  • Model variant: Base

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Battery 12V battery bracket beam to Body bolts 9 7
  • RWD
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Battery Front controller to 12V battery bracket beam bolts 10 7
  • RWD
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheel hub assembly Front hub to Front knuckle bolts 85 63
  • RWD
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Front tie rod end to Front suspension knuckle 180 133
  • RWD
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Tie rod end Outer tie rod end jamb nut 80 59
  • RWD
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Steering knuckle Front lower lateral link to Front suspension knuckle nut 180 133
  • RWD
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Steering rack Steering gear assembly to Front subframe outer bolts 27 20
  • RWD
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Steering rack Steering gear assembly to Front subframe inner bolts 75 55
  • RWD
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Steering rack Steering gear assembly to Electric steering column bolt 18 13
  • RWD
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
ABS Front ABS wheel speed sensor 5 4
  • RWD
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Shock absorbers/shocks Shock tower brace to Shock tower outer bolt 62 46
  • RWD
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Shock absorbers/shocks Shock tower brace to Shock tower inner bolts 67 49
  • RWD
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Shock absorbers/shocks Battery bracket to Shock tower brace upper bolts 15 11
  • RWD
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Model 3

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