2023 TESLA MODEL Y torque

WARNING: When lifting out the lead-acid
battery, stand in front of the vehicle and use
proper lifting technique. The lead-acid battery
weighs approximately 25 lb (12 kg). Failure to
do so may cause serious injury.
11.
Inspect the new lead-acid battery to ensure it has a
red plug in the casing on the positive (+) terminal
side. If the new lead-acid battery does not have a red plug, use a small trim tool to transfer the red plug
from the old battery to the new one.
CAUTION: Dispose of the old lead-acid battery
according to local laws, such as dropping it off

at a battery recycling facility. Keep the lead-
acid battery upright and place it on a towel or
piece of cardboard when transporting it.
Installation:
1. Carefully maneuver the new lead-acid battery into
place, taking care not to touch or damage nearby
components.2.
Install the lead-acid battery hold down and use a 10mm socket to tighten the nut that secures it to the 12V battery. Torque the nut to 6 Nm (4.4 ft-lb).
3.
Reconnect the first responder loop.
4.
Remove the protective caps from the positive (+) and negative (-) posts on the new low voltage lead-acid battery.
5.
Connect the positive (+) terminal by positioning the
clamp over the positive (+) post. Using a 10mm socket, torque the nut to 6 Nm (4.4 ft-lb).
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6.
Install the positive (+) terminal cover.
7.
Connect the negative (-) terminal by positioning the
clamp over the negative (-) post. Using a 10mm socket, torque the nut to 6 Nm (4.4 ft-lb).
8.
Connect the vent tube hose into the negative (-) terminal side of the lead-acid battery.
9.
Open one of the vehicle

d. Route the hose so that it is secured by the tab.e.
Use a 10mm socket to install the bolt that attaches the washer
fluid reservoir neck to the underhood
storage unit. Torque the bolt to 5 Nm (3.7 ft-lb).
11.
Replace the underhood apron by aligning the clips into their openings in the front trunk. Press down to lock them in place. The clips make an audible clicking
sound when secured.
12.
Close the front trunk. If an alert to replace the low-
voltage battery was previously shown on the
touchscreen, ensure the alert no longer appears.
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When a tire set becomes worn, replace all four tires at
the same time. Choose a Tesla-approved tire which is
designed
specifically for your vehicle. Most Tesla-
approved tires can be
identified with a Tx specification
(for example, T0, T1, T2). Tesla-approved tires are
designed to reduce road noise and optimize handling, ride, and range. Contact Tesla Service for information.
If tires need to be replaced early, for example due to a
flat tire, we recommend replacing the tires in pairs
unless the other tires are within
2/32 in (1.5 mm) of tread
depth of the new tire. When replacing tires, it is important to match the brand and model of the older
tires. Always place a pair of new tires on the rear if all four tires are the same size. Always balance the wheel and tire after replacing a tire. Consult with a professional tire retailer and installer for further guidance.
If you
replace your tires or install different ones, reset the tire
configuration (see Tire Configuration on page 188). This
resets the learned tire settings and improves the driving
experience on your new tires.
NOTE: Regardless of the number of tires replaced, a
complete set of matching tires is recommended for optimum performance.
If tires other than those specified are used, ensure that
the load and speed ratings marked on the tire
(see
Understanding Tire Markings on page 216) equal or
exceed those of the original
specification.
For the specification of the original wheels and tires
installed on
Model Y, see Wheels and Tires on page 215.
If you replace a wheel, the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) sensors need to be reset to ensure they provide accurate warnings when tires are
under-
inflated (see Automatic Reset of TPMS Sensors on page
188).
NOTE: Installing winter tires with aggressive compound
and tread design may result in temporarily-reduced regenerative braking power. However, your vehicle is
designed to continuously recalibrate itself, and after changing tires it will increasingly restore regenerative
braking power after some moderate-torque straight-line accelerations. For most drivers this occurs after a short period of normal driving, but drivers who normally accelerate lightly may need to use slightly harder accelerations while the recalibration is in progress. Go to
Service > Wheel & Tire Configuration > Tires to select
winter tires and quicken this process.
WARNING: For your safety, use only tires and
wheels that match the original specification. Tires
that do not match the original specification can
affect the operation of the TPMS.
WARNING: Never exceed the speed rating of your
vehicle

9.
Loosen the nut on the battery hold down on the top of the lead-acid battery with a 10mm socket. To
release the battery hold down, unhook and slide the
strap back. If needed, tilt the battery hold down
backward so it does not slip into the vehicle.
10.
Using the battery handle, carefully remove the lead- acid battery, taking care not to touch or damage the surrounding components.
WARNING: When lifting out the lead-acid
battery, stand in front of the vehicle and use
proper lifting technique. The lead-acid battery
weighs approximately 25 lb (12 kg). Failure to
do so may cause serious injury.
11.
Inspect the new lead-acid battery to ensure it has a
red plug in the casing on the positive (+) terminal
side. If the new lead-acid battery does not have a red plug, use a small trim tool to transfer the red plug
from the old battery to the new one.
CAUTION: Dispose of the old lead-acid battery
according to local laws, such as dropping it off

at a battery recycling facility. Keep the lead-
acid battery upright and place it on a towel or
piece of cardboard when transporting it.
Installation:
1.
Carefully maneuver the new lead-acid battery into
place, taking care not to touch or damage nearby
components.
2.
Install the lead-acid battery hold down and use a 10mm socket to tighten the nut that secures it to the 12V battery. Torque the nut to 6 Nm (4.4 ft-lb).
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3.
Reconnect the first responder loop.
4.
Remove the protective caps from the positive (+) and negative (-) posts on the new low voltage lead-acid battery.
5.
Connect the positive (+) terminal by positioning the
clamp over the positive (+) post. Using a 10mm socket, torque the nut to 6 Nm (4.4 ft-lb).
6.
Install the positive (+) terminal cover.
7. Connect the negative (-) terminal by positioning the
clamp over the negative (-) post. Using a 10mm socket, torque the nut to 6 Nm (4.4 ft-lb).8.
Connect the vent tube hose into the negative (-) terminal side of the lead-acid battery.
9.
Open one of the vehicle

b.
With a 10mm socket, tighten the bolts (x2) and
torque them to 5 Nm (3.7 ft-lb).
c.
Ensure the O-ring on the washer tank neck is fully seated, then install the washer tank neck by inserting it into the washer tank.
d.
Route the hose so that it is secured by the tab.
e.
Use a 10mm socket to install the bolt that attaches
the washer
fluid reservoir neck to the underhood
storage unit. Torque the bolt to 5 Nm (3.7 ft-lb).
11.
Replace the underhood apron by aligning the clips into their openings in the front trunk. Press down to lock them in place. The clips make an audible clicking
sound when secured.
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Wheel Specifications (Factory)
Wheel DiameterLocationWidth (in)Offset (mm)19"Front/Rear9.54520"Front/Rear9.54521"Front9.54021"Rear10.548Lug Nut Torque129 lb. ft (175 Nm)Lug Nut Socket Size21 mm
NOTE: For instructions on how to jack/lift Model Y, see Jacking and Lifting on page 197.
Tire Specifications (Factory)
Tire SizeLocationSize19"Front/Rear255/45R19 XL20"Front/Rear255/40R20 XL21"Front255/35R21 XL21"Rear275/35R21 XLTire pressures vary depending on the type of tires fitted. Refer to the tire pressures printed on the Tire and
Loading Information label. This label is located on the center door pillar and is visible when the driver