Aftermarket Magazine April 2023

MONTH 2017 AFTERMARKET 7 APRIL 2023 AFTERMARKET 51 Installing MEYLE HD control arm for Tesla Model 3/ Model Y Michael Nowak, Technical Trainer at MEYLE commented: “After Tesla drivers all over the world reported annoying squeaking sounds in Model 3 and Model Y series vehicles, our MEYLE engineers analysed the problem and since January, after intensive development work, the MEYLE HD control arm for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are available. MEYLE is thus offering a technically superior alternative to the original part to up to 700,000 Tesla drivers and stakeholders around the globe who could encounter the defect, thus ensuring the fun driving experience that people expect from Tesla – with a four-year guarantee. “MEYLE experts give insights on all the necessary steps for a successful installation of the MEYLE HD control arm for Tesla model 3 & model Y. Prerequisite as usual for EV vehicles is to have accomplished an EV training beforehand. “MEYLE advises to change both control arms and offers a kit that comes with the correct fittings to get the job done as quickly as possible. An experienced mechanic will probably take one hour per side.” Step 1: Remove wheel Step 2: Remove inner wheel arch Step 3: Check all the other suspension parts for damages Step 4: Release ABS wire Step 5: Remove the frunk Step 6: Remove top mount fixings Step 7: Remove ball joint and control arm fixings Step 8: Pull the control arm out of the top mount Step 9: Push the new MEYLE HD control arm in the top mount Step 10: The adjustment between the control arm and the top mount amounts to 60mm Step 11: Push the ball joint in the swivel bearing Step 12: Tighten all fixings to manufacturer recommended settings; Ball joint screw – 56Nm; Bearing control arm – 50N; Top mount 13mm screw – 35Nm; Top mount 15mm screw – 62Nm Step 13: Axle alignment is recommended You can check out the installation on the MEYLE YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/watch?v=as0NYJCrCLY&list=PLwPHy0851_2D0NCmYdZcVdgfkiUCqCNzi For more information, visit: www.meyle.com/en/passenger-cars/steering-and-suspension/hd-control-arm-tesla

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