Front Drive Unit Assembly - Inverter, Mount, C1PM (Remove and Install)
Correction code 3901049101 3901049102 FRT 0.71 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT 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. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.
Remove
- Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
- Put the vehicle in Service Mode. See Service Mode.
- Raise and support the vehicle on a 2 post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Open the powered frunk.
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Disconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
- Perform Vehicle HV Disablement procedure. See Vehicle HV Disablement Procedure.
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Remove the bolts (x6) that attach the
lower valence to the body.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
Notex2 clips, x2 coversNoteRelease the covers (x2) to expose the bolts. - Remove the front aeroshield. See Undertray - Front Aeroshield (Remove and Install).
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Remove the bolt that attaches the FDU
HV harness, and then disconnect the electrical connector.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
NoteMove the harness clear of the front subframe. -
Disconnect the FDU logic electrical
connector.
NoteRelease the latch and pivot locking arm down to remove.
- Put a coolant catcher below the RH front of the vehicle.
- Lower the vehicle until the tires are touching the ground.
- Remove the front center applique. See Front Grille and Applique - Front Center Applique Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Remove the front fascia. See Front Bumper Fascia - Front Fascia (Remove and Install).
- Remove the cooling fan module. See Fan and Radiator - Cooling Fan Module (Remove and Install).
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Support the front drive unit.
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Disconnect the inverter coolant return
hose.
Notex1 spring clipNotePlug the fittings.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the RH
FDU mount bolt.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E18
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Remove the NVH pad.
Notex7 clipsNoteRevisions may be secured by velcro.
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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the
RH mount.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E14
NoteTorque: 35 Nm +55 degNoteRemove the 2 foremost bolts. Final bolt will be removed at a later step.NoteImage shown with the front drive unit removed from the vehicle for clarity. -
Remove the bolt that attaches the LH
FDU mount bolt.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E18
NoteAccess bolt through hole in the HCU bracket. -
Lower and remove the underhoist
stand.
NoteThe front drive unit will rest on the front subframe.
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Disconnect the inverter coolant inlet
hose.
Notex1 spring clipNotePlug the fittings.
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Remove the bolt that attaches the
mount to the front drive unit.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E14
NoteRemove one remaining bolt. Shift the front drive unit towards the LH side to gain clearance. Negotiate the inverter mount out of vehicle.Notetorque: 35 Nm +55 deg
Install
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Position the inverter mount.
Notex1 bolt, E14NoteManeuver the inverter mount into position. Shift the front drive unit towards the LH side for clearance.NoteLoosely install lower bolt. Torque at a later step.
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Connect the inverter coolant inlet
hose.
Notex1 spring clip
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Secure the NVH cover.
Notex6 ball and socket clips
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Connect the FDU logic electrical
connector.
NotePivot the locking arm up to secure.
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Secure the FDU HV harness.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
Notex1 electrical connectorNoteEnsure the locking tab is engaged. -
Support the front drive unit.
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Install the RH drive unit mount
bolt.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E18
NotePosition as required to align the bolt hole. -
Install the LH FDU mount bolt.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- External Torx E18
NoteAccess through the hole in the HCU bracket. -
Lower and remove the underhoist
stand.
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Install the RH mount bolts (x2).
Notex2 bolts, E14NoteInstall 2 foremost bolts.Notetorque: 35 Nm +55 degNoteTorque lower bolt at this time.
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Connect the inverter coolant return
hose.
Notex1 spring clip
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Secure the NVH cover.
Notex2 ball and socket clips
- Install the cooling fan module. See Fan and Radiator - Cooling Fan Module (Remove and Install).
- Install the front fascia. See Front Bumper Fascia - Front Fascia (Remove and Install).
- Install the front center applique. See Front Grille and Applique - Front Center Applique Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Install the front aeroshield. See Undertray - Front Aeroshield (Remove and Install).
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Install the bolts (x6) that attach the
lower valence to the body.Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 10 mm socket
Notex2 clips, x2 coversNoteSecure the covers (x2). - Install the frunk assembly. See Frunk Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Reconnect MV power. See Disconnect MV Power.
- Perform the cooling system vacuum refill. See Cooling System (Vacuum Refill).
- Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Trim - Rear Apron Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Close the powered frunk.
- Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.