2026-04-07
Oil Filter - Front Drive Unit (Remove and Replace)
Correction code
NEW
NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so.
NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created.
NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you
are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below.
NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.
Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT.
Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety
requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and
components.
Warning
Cybertruck electronics are powered by a
48V "mid voltage" or "MV" architecture that is designed to improve efficiency. Servicing
MV components requires extra knowledge and care in order to avoid personal and/or
vehicular harm. Read and understand MV precautions in Electrical Precautions and make sure any required
MV-related training courses have been completed, as applicable.
- 2026-01-21: Released new procedure.
- Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
- Open the powered frunk.
- Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
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On the touchscreen, navigate to ,
NoteAuthorize the routines by holding right turn signal and depressing brake pedal for 10 seconds with key on phone dock.
- Run ODIN routine PROC_VCFRONT_X_START-THERMAL-FILL-DRAIN-COOLANTvia Toolbox:(link)
- Disconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect).
- Remove the front aero shield. See Aeroshield - Front (Remove and Install).
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Remove front skid plate
Note8x nuts, 15mm, 50 Nm, 2x bolts, 11mm, 50 Nm
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Lower vehicle partially and set lift
onto locks
NoteRaise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
- Remove the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the front center applique. See Front Center Applique Assembly (Remove and Install).
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Remove front fascia fasteners
Note2x covers, 6x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm, Remove tow hook covers to expose bolts
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Release clips securing front portion of
the LH front wheel house liner
Note4x clips
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Remove front fascia LH side
fastener
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Pull wheel liner back for access
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Release clips securing front portion of
the RH front wheel house liner
Note4x clips
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Remove front fascia RH side fastener and
connectors
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x clip, 3x connectors, Pull wheel liner back for access, Pull red locking tab to release, Do not push down on locking tab
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Remove front lower fascia assembly
NotePlace on suitable protective surface
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Place coolant catcher below RH front of
vehicle
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Disconnect radiator to manifold hose
from radiator and plug connections
Note1x spring clip, Remove from vehicle, Plug hoses
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Place coolant catcher below LH front of
vehicle
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Disconnect manifold to radiator hose
from radiator and plug connections
Note1x spring clips, Plug hoses
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Release harness from CFM
Note1x grommet, 2x connectors, 5x harness clips, Pull red locking tab to disengage louver connector, Release temperature sensor then disconnect, Release grommet and pull harness through from frunk area
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Disconnect CFM connectors
Note2x connectors, 2x clips
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Remove upper CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Remove lower CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Remove fore crossmember
Note2x bolts, 18mm, 90 Nm, Push up on CFM, Use hammer if needed, Recommend assistance
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Remove CFM
NoteRecommend assistance, Remove from below impact beam, Ensure harness is not pinched during removal
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Remove FDU oil filter
NoteRotate filter counter clockwise and remove from FDU
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Install FDU oil filter
NoteSpin clockwise, 3 Nm and 135 degrees, Lubricate seal prior to installation
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Install CFM
NoteInstall from bottom, Assistance recommend Manipulate as required, Ensure harness is not pinched during install
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Install fore crossmember
Note2x bolts, 18mm, 90 Nm, Lift CFM away from beam to aid in clearance, Install beam by sliding rewards
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Install lower CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Connect CFM connectors
Note2x connectors, Engage locking tab
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Install upper CFM fasteners
Note2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
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Secure harness to CFM
Note1x grommet, 2x connector, 1x harness clip, Secure grommet then connect temperature sensor, Engage locking tab on louver connector
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Connect radiator inlet coolant
hose
Note1x spring clips,Ensure hose is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
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Connect radiator to manifold hose to
radiator
Note1x spring clip, Ensure hose is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
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Install front lower fascia
assembly
NoteEnsure no harnesses are pinched
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Install RH fascia fastener and
connectors
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x clip, 3x connectors, Pull wheel liner back for access, Engage locking tab
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Secure RH wheel liner
Note4x clips
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Install LH fascia fastener
Note1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Pull wheel liner back for access
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Secure LH wheel liner
Note4x clips
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Install front fascia fasteners and
covers
Note2x covers, 6x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm, Install tow hook covers
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Install front center applique
Note8x tabs, 1x connector, Ensure all tabs engage, Secure frunk release trigger connector
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Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto
locks
NoteSet vehicle to comfortable working height, Ensure an audible click of locks on both sides is heard before lowering, Vehicle may tilt to the side if both locks are not engaged
- Install the front aero shield. See Aeroshield - Front (Remove and Install).
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Install front skid plate
Note8x nuts, 15mm, 50 Nm, 2x bolts, 11mm, 50 Nm
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Lower vehicle until tires are touching
the ground
NoteRaise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
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Install coolant reservoir adaptor cap
onto coolant bottle assembly
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Place empty coolant container into front
storage area
NoteIf frunk is not installed take caution, CFM fan shroud assembly cannot support a full coolant container, Ensure overflow container is empty, Place fender cover over FEM and front fascia
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Fill container with at least 15L of
coolant
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Place filled coolant container onto
coolant drain & fill cart
NoteDo not place container with 15L of coolant on top of CFM fan shroud, Position cart as close as possible to front of vehicle
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Setup coolant refill tool
NoteVerify all valves on refill tool are in the closed position, See image for clarity
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Install vacuum refill hose to refill cap
on coolant bottle
NotePerform push-pull-push test to verify hose is fully installed
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Position overflow hose into empty
container
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Place refill hose inside filled coolant
container
NoteMake sure hose end is fully submerged into coolant
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Connect shop air supply to coolant
refill tool
NoteIf not already done, Verify refill valve is set to off
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Open air inlet valve to draw a vacuum,
Once gauge stabilizes, Fully close valve
NoteGauge stabilizes roughly (60-70 cmHg), Vacuum should not drop after the valves are closed
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Slowly open the refill valve to allow
coolant to be drawn into the system
NoteMake sure hose end of refill hose is fully submerged during entire process
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Once the gauge reads zero, close the
coolant refill valve
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Remove shop air supply to coolant refill
tool
NoteIf not already done, Verify refill valve is set to off
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Remove coolant refill hose from coolant
container
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Remove coolant overflow hose from
coolant container
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Remove vacuum refill hose from refill
cap on coolant bottle
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Remove vacuum refill cap from coolant
bottle assembly
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Remove coolant refill tool from
vehicle
NoteMove coolant drain & fill cart away from vehicle
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Remove coolant container from inside
underhood area
- Reconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect).
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Access thermal system routines using the
UI
NoteSelect quick controls > Service mode > Thermal > Actions
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Select ‘Stop Thermal Fluid Fill/Drain’,
click ‘Run’, and allow routine to complete
NoteSelect 'Close' once complete
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Select "Start Coolant Air Purge" using
the UI
NoteTouch time only, wait until coolant pumps stop running (audible noise), Routine Passed will appear, but pumps will run for 10 minutes, If you start next another routine during this time it will fail, Make sure vehicle is not in "Drive", Routine is still running despite the completed message, Speeds can be monitored in garage under PT Thermal tab, Idle speed = ~1500 RPM, Test will vary speeds from 3500-6500 RPM and actuate valves between SERIES and PARALLEL, Putting vehicle into "Drive" will stop this routine, If speeds hover at 7000 RPM, this indicates the pumps are air locked, perform a vacuum fill, Continue to add coolant and purge until the coolant level reaches between the NOM and MAX Lines on the bottle
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Inspect coolant level and top off as
necessary
NoteEnsure that the fluid level is at the Max line, Top off fluid as required
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Install coolant bottle cap
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Perform Thermal Performance through the
UI
NoteSelect Thermal > Actions > Test Thermal Performance, click Run, close once routine is completed,
- Install the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
- Close the powered frunk.
- Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.