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.

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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.
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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.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  3. Open the powered frunk.
  4. Place the vehicle into Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  5. Unlock the vehicle Gateway. See Gateway (Unlock).
  6. On the touchscreen, navigate to Quick Controls > Service mode > Diagnostics > Thermal,
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    Authorize the routines by holding right turn signal and depressing brake pedal for 10 seconds with key on phone dock.
  7. Run ODIN routine PROC_VCFRONT_X_START-THERMAL-FILL-DRAIN-COOLANTvia Toolbox:(link)
  8. Disconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  9. Remove the front aero shield. See Aeroshield - Front (Remove and Install).
  10. Remove front skid plate
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    8x nuts, 15mm, 50 Nm, 2x bolts, 11mm, 50 Nm
  11. Lower vehicle partially and set lift onto locks
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    Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered, Set vehicle to comfortable working height
  12. Remove the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
  13. Remove the front center applique. See Front Center Applique Assembly (Remove and Install).
  14. Remove front fascia fasteners
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    2x covers, 6x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm, Remove tow hook covers to expose bolts
  15. Release clips securing front portion of the LH front wheel house liner
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    4x clips
  16. Remove front fascia LH side fastener
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    1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Pull wheel liner back for access
  17. Release clips securing front portion of the RH front wheel house liner
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    4x clips
  18. Remove front fascia RH side fastener and connectors
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    1x 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
  19. Remove front lower fascia assembly
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    Place on suitable protective surface
  20. Place coolant catcher below RH front of vehicle
  21. Disconnect radiator to manifold hose from radiator and plug connections
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    1x spring clip, Remove from vehicle, Plug hoses
  22. Place coolant catcher below LH front of vehicle
  23. Disconnect manifold to radiator hose from radiator and plug connections
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    1x spring clips, Plug hoses
  24. Release harness from CFM
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    1x 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
  25. Disconnect CFM connectors
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    2x connectors, 2x clips
  26. Remove upper CFM fasteners
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    2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
  27. Remove lower CFM fasteners
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    2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
  28. Remove fore crossmember
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    2x bolts, 18mm, 90 Nm, Push up on CFM, Use hammer if needed, Recommend assistance
  29. Remove CFM
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    Recommend assistance, Remove from below impact beam, Ensure harness is not pinched during removal
  30. Remove FDU oil filter
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    Rotate filter counter clockwise and remove from FDU
  31. Install FDU oil filter
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    Spin clockwise, 3 Nm and 135 degrees, Lubricate seal prior to installation
  32. Install CFM
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    Install from bottom, Assistance recommend Manipulate as required, Ensure harness is not pinched during install
  33. Install fore crossmember
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    2x bolts, 18mm, 90 Nm, Lift CFM away from beam to aid in clearance, Install beam by sliding rewards
  34. Install lower CFM fasteners
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    2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
  35. Connect CFM connectors
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    2x connectors, Engage locking tab
  36. Install upper CFM fasteners
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    2x bolts, 10mm, 10 Nm
  37. Secure harness to CFM
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    1x grommet, 2x connector, 1x harness clip, Secure grommet then connect temperature sensor, Engage locking tab on louver connector
  38. Connect radiator inlet coolant hose
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    1x spring clips,Ensure hose is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
  39. Connect radiator to manifold hose to radiator
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    1x spring clip, Ensure hose is fully engaged with a push-pull-push test
  40. Install front lower fascia assembly
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    Ensure no harnesses are pinched
  41. Install RH fascia fastener and connectors
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    1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x clip, 3x connectors, Pull wheel liner back for access, Engage locking tab
  42. Secure RH wheel liner
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    4x clips
  43. Install LH fascia fastener
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    1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, Pull wheel liner back for access
  44. Secure LH wheel liner
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    4x clips
  45. Install front fascia fasteners and covers
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    2x covers, 6x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm, Install tow hook covers
  46. Install front center applique
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    8x tabs, 1x connector, Ensure all tabs engage, Secure frunk release trigger connector
  47. Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks
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    Set 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
  48. Install the front aero shield. See Aeroshield - Front (Remove and Install).
  49. Install front skid plate
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    8x nuts, 15mm, 50 Nm, 2x bolts, 11mm, 50 Nm
  50. Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
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    Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
  51. Install coolant reservoir adaptor cap onto coolant bottle assembly
  52. Place empty coolant container into front storage area
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    If 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
  53. Fill container with at least 15L of coolant
  54. Place filled coolant container onto coolant drain & fill cart
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    Do not place container with 15L of coolant on top of CFM fan shroud, Position cart as close as possible to front of vehicle
  55. Setup coolant refill tool
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    Verify all valves on refill tool are in the closed position, See image for clarity
  56. Install vacuum refill hose to refill cap on coolant bottle
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    Perform push-pull-push test to verify hose is fully installed
  57. Position overflow hose into empty container
  58. Place refill hose inside filled coolant container
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    Make sure hose end is fully submerged into coolant
  59. Connect shop air supply to coolant refill tool
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    If not already done, Verify refill valve is set to off
  60. Open air inlet valve to draw a vacuum, Once gauge stabilizes, Fully close valve
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    Gauge stabilizes roughly (60-70 cmHg), Vacuum should not drop after the valves are closed
  61. Slowly open the refill valve to allow coolant to be drawn into the system
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    Make sure hose end of refill hose is fully submerged during entire process
  62. Once the gauge reads zero, close the coolant refill valve
  63. Remove shop air supply to coolant refill tool
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    If not already done, Verify refill valve is set to off
  64. Remove coolant refill hose from coolant container
  65. Remove coolant overflow hose from coolant container
  66. Remove vacuum refill hose from refill cap on coolant bottle
  67. Remove vacuum refill cap from coolant bottle assembly
  68. Remove coolant refill tool from vehicle
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    Move coolant drain & fill cart away from vehicle
  69. Remove coolant container from inside underhood area
  70. Reconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  71. Access thermal system routines using the UI
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    Select quick controls > Service mode > Thermal > Actions
  72. Select ‘Stop Thermal Fluid Fill/Drain’, click ‘Run’, and allow routine to complete
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    Select 'Close' once complete
  73. Select "Start Coolant Air Purge" using the UI
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    Touch 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
  74. Inspect coolant level and top off as necessary
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    Ensure that the fluid level is at the Max line, Top off fluid as required
  75. Install coolant bottle cap
  76. Perform Thermal Performance through the UI
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    Select Thermal > Actions > Test Thermal Performance, click Run, close once routine is completed,
  77. Install the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
  78. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
  79. Close the powered frunk.
  80. Exit Service Mode. See Service Mode.
  81. Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  82. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.