Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2018 Tesla Model S 100DFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Steering -- Model S
- Steering Rack And Lower Column
- Bellows - Steering Rack - LH - Remove and Replace
- Bellows - Steering Rack - RH - Remove and Replace
- Steering Rack (LHD RWD) (1st Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Steering Rack (LHD RWD) (2nd Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Steering Rack (LHD Dual Motor) (1st Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Steering Rack (LHD Dual Motor) (2nd Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Steering Rack (LHD Dual Motor) (3rd Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Steering Rack (RHD RWD) (1st Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Steering Rack (RHD Dual Motor) (1st Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Steering Rack (RHD RWD) (2nd Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Steering Rack (RHD Dual Motor) (2nd Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Steering Rack (RHD Dual Motor) (3rd Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Tie Rod End - LH - Remove And Replace
- Tie Rod - Inner - RH - Remove And Replace
- Tie Rod - Inner - LH - Remove And Replace
- Seal - Steering - Dash - Remove And Replace
- Intermediate Shaft - Steering Column - Lower (RWD) - Remove And Replace
- Intermediate Shaft - Steering Column - Lower (Dual Motor) (2nd Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Intermediate Shaft - Steering Column - Lower (Dual Motor) (1st Generation) - Remove And Replace
- Lock To Lock-Angle Test
- Shaft - Steering Column - Intermediate Upper - Remove And Replace
- Shaft - Steering Column - Intermediate Upper (Dual Motor) - Remove And Replace
- Module - Steering Column Control - Remove And Replace
- Upper Column, Steering Wheel
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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