Replace the front sway bar (anti-roll bar) bushings on the 2024 Tesla Roadster. Note: this vehicle's chassis architecture is not fully documented publicly — verify all fastener locations against the OEM service manual before proceeding.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Front sway bar bushings (manufacturer-specified, matched to bar diameter) × 2 — OEM front anti-roll bar bushing — confirm bar diameter before ordering
• Sway bar bracket bolts (reuse if not damaged; replace if specified as single-use) × 4 — OEM specification

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 12V (or 16V/48V on applicable models) low-voltage battery per the architecture notes for this vehicle.
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. Chock the rear wheels. Loosen front lug nuts while the vehicle is on the ground.
7. Raise the front of the vehicle and support on jack stands at the manufacturer-specified lift points. Remove both front wheels.
8. Inspect the work area for any orange HV routing, cooling lines, or wiring harnesses before placing tools.

Procedure

1. 1

   Inspect and document
   Photograph the sway bar, brackets, and end links from multiple angles. Note bushing orientation (slit direction), bracket orientation, and any heat shields or cable clips attached to the brackets.
2. 2

   Disconnect sway bar end links (if required for clearance)
   If the bar cannot be lowered enough to free the bushings without disconnecting the end links, remove the sway bar link nut at the bar side. Hold the link shaft with an Allen key (if equipped with an internal hex) while loosening the nut. Support the bar so it does not drop.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Link61 Nm (45 lb-ft)
3. 3

   Remove sway bar bracket bolts
   Support the sway bar with a stand or strap. Remove the bolts securing each sway bar bracket to the chassis/subframe. Lower the brackets and slide them off the bushings. Note any shims or spacers and retain them.
   ⚠The bar may be under slight preload — support it before removing the last bolt.
4. 4

   Remove old bushings
   Slide the bushings off the bar through the split. If the bushings are bonded or hardened, carefully cut them away with a utility knife — do not score the bar. Clean the bar contact surface with a non-abrasive cleaner and inspect for corrosion, scoring, or coating damage.
5. 5

   Inspect related components
   With the bushings off, inspect the sway bar for cracks or bend, the brackets for distortion, the end links for play, and the chassis mounting points for elongation or cracks. Replace any damaged hardware before reassembly.
6. 6

   Install new bushings
   Apply a thin film of silicone-safe rubber lubricant to the inside of the new bushings (do NOT use petroleum grease — it will degrade rubber). Install bushings on the bar in the original orientation, with the split facing the manufacturer-specified direction (typically toward the rear or upward, per OEM spec).
7. 7

   Reinstall sway bar brackets
   Position the bar so the bushings align with the chassis mounting points. Install the brackets and start all bolts by hand to avoid cross-threading. Snug the bolts evenly side-to-side, then torque to specification.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Bracket Bolts47 Nm (35 lb-ft)
8. 8

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

   Sway Bar Link61 Nm (45 lb-ft)

Reassembly

1. Reinstall the front wheels and snug the lug nuts.
2. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
3. Torque the lug nuts in a star pattern to 136 Nm (100 lb-ft).
4. Reconnect the low-voltage battery.
5. Cycle the ignition and allow the vehicle to complete its wake-up self-checks before driving.

Verification

• With the vehicle on the ground, push down firmly on each front fender corner — the suspension should rebound smoothly with no clunk from the sway bar area.
• Test drive at low speed over a known bump or driveway transition. Listen for clunks, squeaks, or rattles from the front sway bar.
• Perform a gentle slalom at low speed; the vehicle should feel symmetric left-to-right with no delayed roll response.
• Re-inspect bracket bolts after the first 100 miles to confirm they have not loosened.
• Note: while you have the front end apart, this is a good opportunity to inspect brake fluid condition — Tesla recommends brake fluid replacement every 2 years regardless of mileage.

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