Replacement of an air spring on a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Dual Motor AWD. The Cybertruck uses a fully integrated air suspension system that requires the suspension to be placed in service/jack mode before any component removal to prevent damage to the air struts and to depressurize the system safely.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Air spring assembly (Cybertruck-specific, position-specific: front or rear, left or right) × 1 — Manufacturer-specified Cybertruck air spring — confirm front/rear and side before ordering
• Air line fitting / o-ring seal kit (if separate from spring) × 1 — OEM specification
• New cotter pin (if ball joint is disturbed) × 1 — OEM specification

Preparation

1. Park on level ground, place in P, engage parking brake.
2. Exit ALL doors with 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 Cybertruck service procedure (this truck uses 48V, NOT 12V — connector and location differ from S/3/X/Y).
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. Before disconnecting low-voltage power: enter the touchscreen Service Mode and place the suspension into Jack/Service Mode to depressurize and lock the air system at a safe ride height.
7. Identify which corner is being serviced (front L/R or rear L/R) and confirm replacement air spring matches.
8. Loosen wheel lug nuts while the vehicle is on the ground.
9. Raise the vehicle on a lift using only the manufacturer-specified lift points; support with jack stands rated for the Cybertruck's mass.
10. Remove the wheel at the affected corner.

Procedure

1. 1

   Confirm system is depressurized
   Verify the air suspension was placed into Service/Jack mode prior to disconnecting low-voltage power. Listen for and confirm there is no residual hiss when accessing the upper air line fitting. If pressure is suspected, STOP and re-energize the vehicle to properly bleed the system through Service Mode.
   ⚠️Do not attempt to crack an air line fitting on a pressurized system.
2. 2

   Support the lower control arm/knuckle
   Place a transmission jack or suitable support under the lower control arm at the affected corner to control its movement once the air spring/strut is unloaded. The arm will want to droop under its own weight when freed.
3. 3

   Disconnect the sway bar end link (if it interferes)
   If the sway bar end link blocks access or prevents the knuckle from articulating enough to remove the air spring, disconnect it at the lower mount. Hold the stud with an Allen key while loosening the nut to prevent shaft rotation.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Link61 Nm (45 lb-ft)
4. 4

   Disconnect ride-height sensor and any wiring at the corner
   Carefully unclip the ride-height sensor link and any wiring harness retainers attached to the strut/air spring assembly. Note routing for reassembly. Do not pull on the sensor body.
   ⚠Damaged ride-height sensors will set DTCs and prevent proper auto-leveling.
5. 5

   Disconnect the air supply line
   With the system confirmed depressurized, release the air line fitting at the top of the air spring per the OEM quick-connect procedure. Cap the open line with a clean cap or lint-free plug to prevent moisture/debris contamination of the air supply system.
   ⚠Contamination of the air system can damage the compressor and valve block.
6. 6

   Remove the upper mounting fasteners
   From the upper mount (strut tower or upper bracket area), remove the strut tower nuts retaining the air spring/strut assembly to the body. Support the assembly so it does not drop when the last fastener is released.
   Torque spec

   Strut Tower Nuts50 Nm (37 lb-ft)
7. 7

   Remove the lower strut/air spring fastener(s)
   Remove the lower strut bolt(s) securing the air spring/strut assembly to the lower control arm or knuckle. Retain hardware and inspect for damage; replace if any deformation or corrosion is noted.
   Torque spec

   Strut Bolts115 Nm (85 lb-ft)
8. 8

   Remove the air spring assembly
   Carefully maneuver the air spring assembly out of the wheel well. Avoid contact with brake lines, wiring, and the stainless exoskeleton edges. Do not let the assembly fall — it is heavy and the air bladder is easily damaged.
   ⚠Do not pry against the air bladder or score it with tools — even a small nick will cause failure.
9. 9

   Compare old and new units
   Place the new air spring next to the old one. Verify part number, orientation marks, mounting hole pattern, air fitting orientation, and overall length match. Cybertruck front and rear units differ — installing the wrong one will damage the system.
10. 10

    Install the new air spring assembly
    Lift the new assembly into position. Start the upper mounting studs/bolts by hand first to align, then start the lower fastener(s). Do not fully torque until all fasteners are started and the assembly is properly seated.
11. 11

    Torque upper and lower fasteners
    Torque the upper strut tower nuts to specification. Torque the lower strut bolt(s) to specification. Lower control arm pivot/control arm bolts, if loosened, must be final-torqued with vehicle weight on the wheels (see reassembly).
    Torque spec

    Strut Tower Nuts50 Nm (37 lb-ft)

    Strut Bolts115 Nm (85 lb-ft)
12. 12

    Reconnect the air line
    Inspect the o-ring/seal at the air line fitting and replace if damaged. Fully seat the fitting per OEM quick-connect procedure and confirm it is locked. A partial connection will leak under pressure.
13. 13

    Reconnect ride-height sensor and wiring
    Reattach the ride-height sensor link and any wiring/harness clips in their original routing. Confirm sensor moves freely through full travel without binding.
14. 14

    Reconnect sway bar link (if disconnected)
    Reattach the sway bar end link. Hold the stud shaft with an Allen key while torquing the nut to specification.
    Torque spec

    Sway Bar Link61 Nm (45 lb-ft)

Reassembly

1. Reinstall the wheel; snug lug nuts in a star pattern.
2. Lower the vehicle until tires touch the ground but the suspension is not yet fully loaded; final-torque any control arm bolts that were loosened with the vehicle's weight on the wheels.
3. Fully lower the vehicle and torque wheel lug nuts in a star pattern to specification.
4. Reconnect the 48V low-voltage battery.
5. Power on the vehicle and exit Service Mode; allow the air suspension to repressurize and self-level. Listen for any leaks at the new fitting.
6. Perform suspension calibration / ride-height relearn using the Tesla service software/touchscreen Service Mode procedure for Cybertruck.
7. Clear any DTCs related to suspension, ride height, or air system.

Verification

• With the vehicle on level ground and at default ride height, measure ride height at all four corners — corner-to-corner and side-to-side should be within OEM tolerance.
• Cycle through available ride height modes (e.g., Entry, Low, Standard, High, Extract) and confirm the vehicle moves smoothly and settles without hunting at each setting.
• Inspect the new air line connection with soapy water at full pressure — there should be no bubbling/leaks.
• Drive the vehicle and confirm no warnings appear on the touchscreen for suspension, ride height, or air compressor activity.
• Listen for excessive compressor cycling at idle — repeated short cycles indicate a leak that must be located and corrected.
• Confirm no DTCs remain stored after a key cycle.
• Note: while servicing suspension, this is also a good time to verify tire rotation interval (Tesla recommends ~6,250 mi for heavy EVs like Cybertruck) and inspect brake fluid age (Tesla recommends replacement every 2 years).

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