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May 15, 2013 Service bulletin

Tesla: because of improper preload on rear wheel bearings, due to repeated heavy acceleration, CAN cause...

Tesla technical service bulletin SB-12-31-001 for 2013 Tesla Model S.

Bulletin number
SB-12-31-001
Component
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Summary
Tesla: because of improper preload on rear wheel bearings, due to repeated heavy acceleration, can cause rear wheel axle nuts to lose proper torque and premature bearing wear. Model 2012 model s. Js

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