Four-wheel alignment on a 2024 Model X Long Range AWD with standard air suspension. Ride height must be set to the alignment-specific height in service mode before measurements, and air suspension behavior during lifting requires specific handling.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Adjustable rear camber bolt kit (if OEM bolts are non-adjustable and camber is out of spec) × 1 — manufacturer-specified adjustable cam bolt kit for Model X rear upper link

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 12V low-voltage battery located in the frunk (similar position to Model S) — note: for alignment work, the 12V should be RECONNECTED before placing the vehicle on the rack so air suspension and service mode are functional. Disconnect only if performing component replacement that requires it.
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. Verify tire pressures are set to the door-jamb placard spec (cold) — incorrect pressure invalidates alignment readings.
7. Inspect tires for uneven wear patterns; document findings before adjustment.
8. Inspect all suspension bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, and control arm links for play. Do not align a vehicle with worn components.
9. Verify the vehicle is at curb weight — remove cargo, charge state should be representative of normal use (Tesla specs assume nominal SOC).
10. Drive vehicle onto alignment rack with wheels centered on turn plates and rear slip plates.

Procedure

1. 1

   Set air suspension to alignment ride height
   With the vehicle on the alignment rack, enter the touchscreen Service Mode (or use the suspension menu). Set ride height to the manufacturer-specified alignment setting (typically 'Standard' / 'Medium' for the Model X air suspension reference height). Allow the suspension to fully settle. Disable auto-leveling/Jack Mode behavior per the touchscreen prompts so the vehicle remains at a fixed height during measurement.
   ⚠Do not perform alignment with the vehicle in Jack Mode — heights will be wrong. Use the alignment-reference height only.
2. 2

   Verify ride height at all four corners
   Measure ride height per the manufacturer's specification at each corner reference point. All four corners must be within tolerance before proceeding. If a corner is out of spec, suspect a failed air strut, leaking line, or out-of-calibration height sensor — do not attempt alignment until resolved.
3. 3

   Mount alignment targets and compensate
   Mount EV-compatible alignment heads/targets to all four wheels per the alignment system manufacturer's procedure. Perform rolling compensation. Center and lock the steering wheel using a steering wheel holder, and depress the brake pedal with a pedal depressor.
4. 4

   Take initial readings
   Record initial caster, camber, toe, thrust angle, and SAI for all four wheels. Compare to the OEM specification range for the 2024 Model X Long Range with air suspension. Note: caster on Model X is non-adjustable from the factory — large caster errors indicate bent components.
   ℹ️If caster is significantly out of spec or asymmetric side-to-side, inspect for collision damage or bent links before adjusting other angles.
5. 5

   Adjust rear camber (if required and adjustable)
   If the rear upper link uses adjustable cam bolts, loosen the cam bolt(s) on the affected side and rotate to bring camber within spec. If the OEM bolt is non-adjustable and camber is out, install a manufacturer-specified adjustable cam bolt kit. Hold the cam position while torquing.
   ⚠Cam bolts are a CRITICAL fastener. Final torque must be applied with the suspension loaded at ride height (wheels on the ground or rack) to avoid pre-stressing the bushing.
   Torque spec

   Cam Bolts129 Nm (95 lb-ft)
6. 6

   Adjust rear toe
   Loosen the rear toe link adjuster jam nut and rotate the toe link to bring rear toe (and thrust angle) within spec on each side. Adjust each side independently to keep thrust angle near zero. Hold the link to prevent twisting the bushing while tightening the jam nut.
   ⚠Rear toe link jam nuts are CRITICAL — re-verify torque after final reading.
   Torque spec

   Tie Rod Jam Nuts55 Nm (41 lb-ft)
7. 7

   Adjust front camber (if equipped with adjustable camber bolts)
   If the front lower strut-to-knuckle bolts are the adjustable camber type, loosen and rotate the eccentric bolt to bring camber within spec. If the OEM bolts are fixed, camber is non-adjustable from the factory and out-of-spec readings indicate a bent component or the need for an aftermarket adjustable bolt kit.
   Torque spec

   Camber Bolts75 Nm (55 lb-ft)
8. 8

   Center steering and adjust front toe
   Confirm steering wheel is centered and locked. Loosen the outer tie rod jam nut on each side. Rotate each inner tie rod equally to set total front toe to spec while maintaining a centered wheel. Hold the tie rod flats with a wrench to prevent the boot from twisting.
   ⚠Twisted steering rack boots will fail and contaminate the rack. Always hold the inner tie rod flats while rotating.
   Torque spec

   Tie Rod Jam Nuts55 Nm (41 lb-ft)
9. 9

   Final torque of tie rod lock nut
   Once front toe is within spec and the steering wheel is straight, torque the tie rod lock nut to spec on each side while holding the tie rod stationary.
   ⚠Tie rod lock nut is a CRITICAL fastener — loss of torque can result in loss of steering.
   Torque spec

   Tie Rod Lock Nut68 Nm (50 lb-ft)
10. 10

    Re-measure and verify all angles
    Roll the vehicle, jounce the suspension, re-compensate if required, and take a final reading set. Confirm caster, camber, toe, thrust angle, and cross values are all within OEM spec and symmetric within tolerance.
11. 11

    Verify CRITICAL fastener torques
    Before removing the vehicle from the rack, re-verify final torque on all adjusted fasteners: cam bolts, tie rod jam nuts, and tie rod lock nuts. Any fastener loosened during adjustment must be confirmed at final torque.
    Torque spec

    Cam Bolts129 Nm (95 lb-ft)

    Tie Rod Jam Nuts55 Nm (41 lb-ft)

    Tie Rod Lock Nut68 Nm (50 lb-ft)

Reassembly

1. Remove alignment heads, steering wheel holder, and brake pedal depressor.
2. Exit Service Mode and return air suspension to normal automatic operation via the touchscreen.
3. Confirm the suspension cycles correctly through its height settings and that no fault messages are present on the instrument display.
4. Install any wheel center caps or covers that were removed for target mounting.
5. Print and retain the before/after alignment report for the customer record.

Verification

• All four alignment angles within OEM spec on the printed report; thrust angle near zero.
• Steering wheel is centered and level during a straight-line test drive on a flat road.
• No pull, no steering wheel offset, no Autopilot/lane-keeping fault codes after the test drive (Tesla cameras and steering angle sensor are sensitive to alignment changes — Autopilot may auto-recalibrate over the next several miles).
• If steering angle sensor calibration warning appears or Autopilot reports a fault, a steering angle sensor calibration may be required — this typically requires Tesla service intervention.
• Re-check tire pressures cold after the job is complete.
• Note for owner: Tesla recommends tire rotation every 6,250 mi due to instant torque and vehicle weight — schedule the next rotation accordingly. Re-alignment is recommended any time suspension components are replaced or if uneven tire wear develops.

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