Replace the front sway (anti-roll) bar bushings on a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast. The bushings sit inside the sway bar brackets that clamp the bar to the front subframe; this is a straightforward suspension job but requires care around the air suspension and 48V electrical system.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Front sway bar bushing (manufacturer-specified for Cybertruck front bar diameter) × 2 — OEM Tesla Cybertruck front sway bar bushing — match bar diameter; replace as a pair

Preparation

1. Park on level ground, place in P, engage parking brake.
2. Exit ALL doors with the key fob away from the vehicle. Wait at least 2 minutes for HV systems to fully de-energize, even on this non-HV job.
3. Disconnect the 48V low-voltage battery per Tesla service procedure (Cybertruck uses a 48V LV system, not 12V — confirm location and disconnect order in the Tesla Service Manual).
4. DO NOT touch, cut, or pierce ANY orange cable — these are high-voltage and lethal.
5. If at any point you encounter an orange cable, an HV component, or are unsure if a system is de-energized: STOP and consult a Tesla-certified technician.
6. Engage Jack Mode via the touchscreen (Controls → Service → Jack Mode) before raising the vehicle to disable air suspension self-leveling.
7. Chock the rear wheels.
8. Loosen front lug nuts while wheels are on the ground.
9. Raise the front of the vehicle at the manufacturer-specified front jacking points and support on rated jack stands. Confirm stability before going underneath.
10. Remove front wheels.
11. Inspect the sway bar, end links, and surrounding suspension components for additional wear before proceeding.

Procedure

1. 1

   Locate the front sway bar and brackets
   From under the front of the vehicle, identify the front sway bar running laterally across the subframe. The bushings are housed in two clamp-style brackets bolting the bar to the subframe (or sway bar mounting points). Take a photo of routing and bracket orientation for reference during reassembly.
2. 2

   Support the sway bar
   Place a transmission jack or a second floor jack lightly under the center of the sway bar to support its weight once the brackets are loosened. The bar will drop slightly when unbolted.
   ⚠Do not allow the sway bar to fall — it can damage end links, ABS lines, or wiring harnesses below.
3. 3

   Disconnect sway bar end links (if required for clearance)
   If bracket access is restricted, disconnect the sway bar end link from the sway bar at one or both ends. Hold the link's internal hex with an Allen key while loosening the nut. Inspect end link bushings/ball joints while removed.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Link Nuts55 Nm (41 lb-ft)
4. 4

   Remove sway bar bracket bolts
   Unbolt the left and right sway bar brackets from the subframe. Retain the bolts for reuse unless they are damaged or specified single-use by the Tesla Service Manual. Lower the sway bar enough to expose the bushings — full removal of the bar is generally not required for bushing replacement.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Bracket Bolts47 Nm (35 lb-ft)
5. 5

   Remove old bushings
   Slide each bushing off the sway bar. Note the orientation — many sway bar bushings are split (clamshell) with a slit on one side that must face a specific direction (typically toward the rear or up, per OEM design). Reference the photo taken in Step 1.
6. 6

   Inspect sway bar and brackets
   Clean the sway bar at the bushing contact areas. Inspect for corrosion, wear grooves, or damage. Inspect brackets for cracks or deformation. Replace any compromised hardware.
7. 7

   Install new bushings
   Install the new bushings onto the sway bar in the original orientation. If the bushings are dry rubber, a thin film of silicone-safe rubber lubricant or soapy water can ease installation; do NOT use petroleum-based grease, which degrades rubber. Position the bushings at their factory locations on the bar (often indicated by molded shoulders or paint marks).
   ⚠Never use petroleum grease on rubber suspension bushings — it will cause premature failure.
8. 8

   Reinstall brackets
   Lift the sway bar back into position. Install the brackets over the new bushings and start all bracket bolts by hand to avoid cross-threading. Snug evenly side-to-side, then torque to specification.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Bracket Bolts47 Nm (35 lb-ft)
9. 9

   Reconnect sway bar end links (if disconnected)
   Reattach end links to the sway bar. Hold the internal hex with an Allen key and torque the nut to specification.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Link Nuts55 Nm (41 lb-ft)
10. 10

    Final inspection underneath
    Verify nothing was disturbed (ABS sensor lines, brake hoses, wiring harnesses, air suspension lines). Confirm the sway bar is centered and bushings are seated squarely in their brackets.
    ⚠Air suspension lines run along the front subframe — pinched or chafed lines will cause ride-height faults.

Reassembly

1. Reinstall front wheels and hand-thread lug nuts.
2. Lower the vehicle until the wheels just touch the ground, then torque lug nuts to OEM specification — refer to Tesla Service Manual.
3. Fully lower the vehicle.
4. Reconnect the 48V low-voltage battery.
5. Exit Jack Mode via the touchscreen and allow the air suspension to re-level to Standard ride height.
6. Verify air suspension reaches and holds normal ride height with no warnings on the touchscreen.

Verification

• Confirm no suspension, ride-height, or stability-control fault messages appear on the touchscreen after a key cycle.
• Test drive at low speed over uneven pavement and listen for clunks from the front end — a properly installed sway bar bushing should be silent.
• Perform gentle lane-change inputs at moderate speed; the front end should feel firm and symmetrical with no rattle.
• After the test drive, re-inspect bracket bolts visually for movement and recheck torque on Sway Bar Bracket Bolts and Sway Bar Link Nuts.
• Note: While under the vehicle, this is a good opportunity to verify Tesla's 4-year / 50,000 mi battery coolant inspection status and check tire wear — Tesla recommends tire rotation every 6,250 mi on Cybertruck due to vehicle weight and instant torque.

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