Torque Specifications

2018 Tesla Model 3 BaseSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS: STEERING CONTROLLER (REMOVE AND REPLACE)

Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screws (x4) that attach the bright surround to the steering wheel, and then remove the surround 5.4 N.m (4.0 ft-lbs) 
  • T20 socket
Reuse  
Screws (x2) that attach the steering wheel controls ECU to the bright surround 0.9 N.m (8 in-lbs) 
  • T10 Torx bit
Reuse  
RENDER: 1.0x

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