Replace the front sway bar (stabilizer bar) bushings on a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Dual Motor. The bushings sit in brackets that clamp the sway bar to the front subframe; replacement requires unloading the suspension and unbolting the brackets to slide new bushings into place.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Front sway bar bushings (manufacturer-specified for Cybertruck front stabilizer bar diameter) × 2 — Tesla front sway bar bushing — match exact bar diameter; do not substitute Model S/X/3/Y parts

Preparation

1. Park on level ground, place in P, and engage the 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 Cybertruck-specific procedure (location and disconnect method differ from 12V Teslas — refer to Tesla Service Manual for the 48V isolation procedure).
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 lifting: enter the vehicle touchscreen and activate Jack Mode / Service Mode to disable air suspension self-leveling.
7. Chock the rear wheels.
8. Loosen front wheel lug nuts while the vehicle is still on the ground (if wheel removal is needed for access).

Procedure

1. 1

   Raise and support the front of the vehicle
   With air suspension in Jack/Service Mode, lift the front of the Cybertruck at the manufacturer-specified front lift points. Support the vehicle on rated jack stands. Confirm stability before going underneath.
   ⚠Use only Tesla-specified lift points for Cybertruck — incorrect points can damage the underbody or battery enclosure.
2. 2

   Remove front wheels (if required for access)
   Remove both front wheels to access the sway bar bracket area. Set wheels aside on a soft surface to protect finish.
   Torque spec

   Wheel Lug Nuts136 Nm (100 lb-ft)
3. 3

   Remove front underbody / aero shielding
   Remove the front underbody shielding/skid panel as needed to expose the front sway bar and its bushing brackets on the subframe. Retain all fasteners and clips; note their locations.
4. 4

   Inspect and document sway bar position
   Before disassembly, photograph the sway bar orientation, bushing position, and any alignment marks. The bushings are typically split-type and oriented with the slit facing a specific direction (often forward or downward) — note this for reinstallation.
5. 5

   Disconnect sway bar end links (if needed)
   If bracket clearance requires it, disconnect the sway bar end links from the sway bar to allow the bar to drop slightly. Hold the link shaft with an Allen key while loosening the nut to prevent the ball stud from spinning.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Link61 Nm (45 lb-ft)
6. 6

   Unbolt sway bar bracket (one side at a time recommended)
   Remove the two bolts securing one sway bar bracket to the subframe. Support the sway bar so it does not drop unexpectedly. Lower the bracket and slide it off. Work one side at a time to keep the bar roughly in position.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Bracket Bolts47 Nm (35 lb-ft)
7. 7

   Remove old bushing
   Slide the old bushing off the sway bar (or split it open at the seam). Inspect the sway bar contact surface for corrosion, scoring, or wear. Clean the bar and bracket mating surfaces — do not use harsh solvents on rubber-contacting surfaces.
8. 8

   Install new bushing
   Open the new bushing at its split and seat it onto the sway bar at the original location. Orient the split per the photo taken in Step 4 (bushing orientation matters for noise and longevity). A small amount of silicone-safe rubber lubricant or soapy water may be used if specified by the bushing manufacturer — do NOT use petroleum grease, which degrades rubber.
9. 9

   Reinstall bracket
   Position the bracket over the new bushing and start both bracket bolts by hand to avoid cross-threading. Torque to specification.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Bracket Bolts47 Nm (35 lb-ft)
10. 10

    Repeat for opposite side
    Perform Steps 6 through 9 on the opposite side sway bar bushing.
    Torque spec

    Sway Bar Bracket Bolts47 Nm (35 lb-ft)
11. 11

    Reconnect sway bar end links
    If end links were disconnected, reattach them. Hold the ball stud shaft with an Allen key while torquing the nut.
    Torque spec

    Sway Bar Link61 Nm (45 lb-ft)

Reassembly

1. Reinstall the front underbody shielding/skid panel using the original fasteners and clips in their original locations.
2. Reinstall the front wheels. Snug lug nuts by hand in a star pattern.
3. Lower the vehicle so the wheels just contact the ground, then fully torque the lug nuts in a star pattern to specification.
4. Lower the vehicle fully and remove jack stands.
5. Reconnect the 48V low-voltage battery per Tesla Service Manual procedure.
6. Exit Jack/Service Mode on the touchscreen and allow the air suspension to re-level.

Verification

• Confirm no warning messages appear on the center display after reconnecting the 48V battery and exiting Service Mode.
• With the vehicle on the ground at normal ride height, visually inspect both bushing brackets — they should sit flush to the subframe with no gaps.
• Test drive at low speed over uneven pavement: listen for clunks or squeaks from the front end. A properly installed bushing should be silent.
• Perform a sharp left-right steering input at low speed (in a safe area) — no knocking should be heard from the front sway bar area.
• Recheck sway bar bracket bolts after the first 100 miles — rubber bushings can settle slightly after initial loading.
• Note: While under the vehicle, take the opportunity to confirm no other Tesla service intervals are due (brake fluid every 2 years, tire rotation every ~6,250 miles, drive unit fluid per current Tesla guidance).

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