DR.EV Repair Toronto, Tesla Model X Lower Control Arm Replacement｜Noise & Alignment Fix

👁️‍🗨️ Overview

Is your Tesla making clunking sounds over bumps or pulling to one side? A Model X owner visited our DR.EV repair toronto shop and complaining of suspension noise and uneven tire wear. After a detailed inspection, our team found the problem: a worn front lower control arm causing instability and noise.

🔍 Common Signs of Lower Control Arm Problems

1. Clunking or popping sounds over potholes or bumps

2. Steering feels loose or unstable

3. Car pulls slightly to the left or right

4. Uneven wear on front tires

   
   
   
   
   
   

🧪 During inspection, we found:

1. Cracked bushing in the lower control arm

2. Excessive ball joint play

3. Suspension geometry slightly off spec

📌 This kind of wear is common on high-mileage Model X vehicles, especially in Canadian winters.

🛠️ How We Fixed It – Step-by-Step Repair

1. Raised the car and removed the front wheel

2. Disconnected the sway bar and ball joint

3. Unbolted the faulty lower control arm

4. Installed a brand new OEM lower arm with fresh bushing and joint

5. Tightened everything to Tesla torque spec

6. Completed a digital wheel alignment after reassembly

   
   

Old Tesla Model X lower control arm removed due to knocking and steering issues.

✅ Post‑Repair Result

• No more clunking or suspension noise

• Steering centered and responsive

• Tires now wearing evenly

• Customer felt the car handled like new again

📝 Service Summary

Item	Detail
Vehicle	Tesla Model X
Complaint	Clunking suspension, poor steering, tire wear
Cause	Worn lower control arm bushing and ball joint
Solution	OEM replacement + suspension retorque + wheel alignment
Duration	~1.5 hours
Outcome	Smooth, quiet ride and perfect wheel alignment

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📞 Tel: 647-866-9336 or 416-293-5566

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