09/01/2025 09:44:01
Gearbox Fluid - Rear Drive Unit (Dual Motor) (Top Off)
Correction code 40300135 FRT 0.54 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.
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. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.
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Raise and support vehicle
NoteSet air suspension to "Jack Mode"
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Open LH front door
NotePush LH B-pillar door trigger to release
- Lower LH front window
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Raise vehicle fully
NoteSet to a comfortable working height, Lower to locks, Ensure locks engage on both sides to prevent tilting
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Remove Mid-aero shield
Note6x clips, 3x bolts, 15mm, 42 Nm, 5x bolts, 13mm, 28 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm
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Position oil drain underneath RDU
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Remove oil fill plug from RDU
Note1x plug, 8mm Allen, 15 Nm, Verify the O-ring is not damaged, Replace O-ring as needed
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Release RH side acoustic cover from lower portion of acoustic cover
Note3x clips
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Release RH side acoustic cover from drive unit assembly
Note2x clips
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Set up fill kit with KAF1
NoteAdd extra oil to container as it will prevent underfill and additional air being injected. Only use KAF1 fluid, Do not interchange or mix oil types
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Position oil pump hose into fill hole
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Pump fluid into rear drive unit
NotePump fluid into drive unit until fluid spills out. Use excess gearbox fluid in fill container to allow oil pump to dispense fluid without drawing air
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Remove oil pump hose from fill port
NoteTurn knob to off and remove from fill hole
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Spray area with brake cleaner and wipe any residual fluid
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Secure RH side acoustic cover onto FDU
Note2x clips, Route cover between subframe and axle
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Secure oil fill plug onto RDU
Note1x plug, 8mm Allen, 15 Nm, Verify the O-ring is not damaged, Replace O-ring as needed
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Remove oil drain from underneath vehicle
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Install Mid-aero shield
Note6x clips, 3x bolts, 15mm, 42 Nm, 5x bolts, 13mm, 28 Nm, 2x bolts, 10mm, 6 Nm, Apply Loctite 222 onto mid aeroshield bolts and install fasteners
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Lower vehicle fully
NoteRaise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
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Remove vehicle from lift
NoteLower rack arms fully and remove them from under vehicle, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode"
- Raise LH front window
- Close LH front door