10/11/2023 01:06:23

Halfshaft - Front Drive Unit - LH (Lubricate at Hub)

Correction code 39302405 0.24 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.

Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See GUID-0ECF2493-88F6-48E9-ADBB-9AE1D52E217C.html.
  2. Loosen the LH front wheel lug nuts, but do not remove the wheel at this time. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  3. Loosen the LH front drive unit halfshaft nut.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Long Breaker Bar
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
  4. Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  5. Remove and discard the LH front drive unit halfshaft nut and washers.
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    Note
    The washers are attached to the nut.
  6. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front brake rotor to the knuckle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 2 in extension
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  7. Install the hydraulic hub puller onto the LH front hub, and then install and hand-tighten the nuts (x5) and washers (x5) that attach the puller to the hub.
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    Warning
    The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
  8. Hold the hub in position, and turn the hydraulic hub puller tool handle clockwise to push the LH front driver unit halfshaft in from the LH front hub assembly for a distance of 50 mm.
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    CAUTION
    If the halfshaft stops moving in respect to the hub, and turn the tool handle counter-clockwise for two turns.
  9. Apply approximately 1 gram of Molykote M-77 Lubricant Paste only to the hub mating face on the outboard side of the LH front drive unit halfshaft.
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    Note
    Clean the halfshaft before applying if necessary.
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    CAUTION
    Do not apply any lubricant to the halfshaft splines. If lubricant is mistakenly applied, wipe the splines clean with a shop towel.
  10. Remove the nuts (x5) and washers (x5), and then remove the hydraulic hub puller from the LH front hub.
  11. Install and hand tighten a new halfshaft nut on the halfshaft.
  12. Install the bolt that attaches the LH front brake rotor to the knuckle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 2 in extension
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  13. Install the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  14. Fully tighten the new LH front drive unit halfshaft nut.
    300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
  15. Remove the vehicle from the 2 post lift. See GUID-0ECF2493-88F6-48E9-ADBB-9AE1D52E217C.html.