Four-wheel alignment on the 2024 Tesla Roadster (Tri Motor AWD). This vehicle's chassis is reportedly derived in part from prior Lotus architecture and uses conventional cam/eccentric and tie-rod adjustments — alignment specs and adjustment hardware should be verified against Tesla's published service data before final torque.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Cam/eccentric bolts (inspect; replace if seized or damaged) — manufacturer-specified × 1 — Refer to Tesla Service Manual for this Roadster
• Tie rod jam nuts (inspect; replace if deformed) × 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 12V (or 16V/48V on applicable models) low-voltage battery per the architecture notes for this vehicle. If the LV battery location is not documented for your unit, consult the Tesla Service Manual before disconnecting.
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. Confirm the customer concern (pull, uneven wear, post-collision, post-suspension service) and inspect tires for matching size, pressure, tread depth, and wear pattern.
7. Set all four tires to the door-jamb / Tesla-specified cold pressure.
8. Inspect all suspension and steering components: ball joints, control arm bushings, tie rod ends, wheel bearings, sway bar links. Do NOT align a vehicle with worn steering/suspension parts.
9. Verify ride height against Tesla's published spec for this Roadster before measuring alignment angles.
10. Drive vehicle onto a properly leveled and calibrated alignment rack with turn plates unlocked.

Procedure

1. 1

   Mount alignment targets and perform initial measurement
   Install the alignment system's targets/heads per the equipment manufacturer's instructions. Compensate/roll the wheels as required. Capture an initial 'as-found' reading of camber, caster, toe, thrust angle, and SAI on all four corners and document it before making any changes.
2. 2

   Compare to Tesla specification
   Compare the as-found readings to the Tesla-published alignment specification for this exact 2024 Roadster Tri Motor AWD. If specifications are not available to you, STOP — do not adjust by feel or by Lotus-platform values. Confirm whether this vehicle has factory-adjustable front camber, rear camber, and rear toe (some configurations only allow front toe adjustment from factory).
   ⚠Even if the chassis shares hardpoints with another platform, alignment targets for this Tesla Roadster may differ. Use only Tesla-published targets.
3. 3

   Install steering wheel holder and brake depressor
   Center the steering wheel and lock it with the steering wheel holder. Apply the brake pedal depressor to keep the suspension and brakes in a consistent loaded state during measurement and adjustment.
4. 4

   Adjust rear camber (if adjustable)
   If the rear suspension uses cam/eccentric bolts for camber adjustment, mark their original position, loosen, and adjust to bring rear camber within Tesla spec, equal side-to-side. Snug but do not final-torque until ride height is confirmed and the suspension is loaded.
   Torque spec

   Camber Bolts75 Nm (55 lb-ft)
5. 5

   Adjust rear toe
   Using the manufacturer-specified rear toe link or eccentric, adjust rear toe to spec on each side, ensuring thrust angle is within tolerance (ideally 0.00°). Equalize toe side-to-side rather than only matching total toe.
   Torque spec

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

   Adjust front camber and caster (if adjustable)
   If front camber/caster is adjustable via cam bolts or shims, mark original position and adjust to spec. On low-volume Roadsters, caster may not be independently adjustable — verify before forcing any adjustment. Bring camber within Tesla spec and as equal side-to-side as possible.
   ⚠Do not exceed the slot range of factory cam bolts. If desired alignment cannot be achieved within range, inspect for bent components or prior collision damage rather than installing aftermarket adjusters without Tesla approval.
   Torque spec

   Camber Bolts75 Nm (55 lb-ft)

   Cam Bolts129 Nm (95 lb-ft)
7. 7

   Adjust front toe
   Loosen the tie rod jam nuts and rotate the inner tie rods (or adjustment sleeves, depending on this Roadster's steering rack design) to set front toe to spec, equalized to a centered steering wheel. Recheck steering wheel centering after each adjustment.
   ⚠Do not twist outer tie rod boots. Hold the tie rod stationary while rotating the adjuster to prevent boot damage.
   Torque spec

   Tie Rod Jam Nuts55 Nm (41 lb-ft)
8. 8

   Final torque of adjustment hardware at ride height
   Lower the suspension so it is loaded at ride height (rolling jacks or drive-on rack). Final-torque cam/eccentric bolts, camber bolts, tie rod jam nuts, and tie rod lock nuts to the verified specifications. If any subframe bolts were loosened to gain adjustment range, torque those as well.
   ⚠️Cam Bolts, Subframe Bolts, Tie Rod Jam Nuts, and Tie Rod Lock Nut are CRITICAL fasteners. Use a calibrated torque wrench. Improper torque can lead to loss of vehicle control.
   Torque spec

   Cam Bolts129 Nm (95 lb-ft)

   Camber Bolts75 Nm (55 lb-ft)

   Tie Rod Jam Nuts55 Nm (41 lb-ft)

   Tie Rod Lock Nut68 Nm (50 lb-ft)

   Subframe Bolts115 Nm (85 lb-ft)
9. 9

   Reinstall any displaced covers, shields, or sensor brackets
   If any underbody covers, sensor brackets, or splash shields were removed for access, reinstall them now. Torque cover screws, sensor bolts, bracket bolts, and any general mounting bolts to spec.
   Torque spec

   Cover Screws11 Nm (8 lb-ft)

   Sensor Bolts11 Nm (8 lb-ft)

   Bracket Bolts20 Nm (15 lb-ft)

   Mounting Bolts27 Nm (20 lb-ft)
10. 10

    Final alignment verification reading
    With all hardware torqued and the vehicle at ride height, take a final reading of all alignment angles. Confirm every value is within Tesla spec, the steering wheel is centered, and thrust angle is at/near zero. Save and print/export the before/after report.

Reassembly

1. Remove steering wheel holder and brake pedal depressor.
2. Remove alignment heads/targets and unlock turn plates.
3. Reconnect the low-voltage battery if it was disconnected for related service.
4. Reset tire pressures to Tesla-specified cold values after the vehicle has cooled if pressures were adjusted for measurement.
5. Verify no warning indicators on the center display after power-up; if steering angle, ADAS, or chassis-related faults appear, a steering angle / ADAS calibration via Tesla service tooling may be required.

Verification

• Road test on a flat, straight road: vehicle should track straight with hands light on the wheel and no pull.
• Steering wheel should be centered (±2°) when driving straight; if not, recheck front toe split.
• No new vibration, clunks, or steering looseness — indicates fasteners are torqued and components are seated.
• Confirm no chassis, steering angle sensor, or ADAS-related alerts on the touchscreen. If present, perform Tesla-specified calibration.
• Recheck all CRITICAL fasteners (Cam Bolts, Tie Rod Jam Nuts, Tie Rod Lock Nut, Subframe Bolts if disturbed) after the road test.
• Tesla recommends tire rotation every ~6,250 mi due to instant torque and vehicle weight — note current mileage and advise the customer of the next rotation interval. Recheck alignment any time uneven tire wear is observed.

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