04/09/2024 14:29:56

Hub - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 31030702 0.42 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.

  • 2024-01-19: Updated EPB Service Mode reference.
  • 2023-11-30: Updated torque figure for rear halfshaft nut from 245 Nm to 300 Nm.
  • 2023-04-20: Revised the procedures.
  • 2023-05-25: Added the whole procedure video as an overview for supplemental purposes only.
  • 2023-09-11: Update the bolts that attach the LH rear hub to the knuckle from discard to reuse.
  • 2023-11-13: Changed the step order of removing the brake rotor bolt due to the hub puller tool is updated.
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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.

Remove

  1. Inspect the tires for abnormal wear.
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    Note
    Note any abnormal tire wear that could indicate the need for an alignment.
  2. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  4. Enable the EPB Service Mode. See Parking Brake - Caliper - Rear - LH (Release).
  5. If equipped, remove the LH rear wheel center cap. See Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace).
  6. Loosen the LH rear wheel lug nuts, but do not remove the wheel at this time. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  7. Loosen the LH rear halfshaft nut.
  8. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  9. Disconnect the electrical wiring harness connector from the parking brake.
  10. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear caliper to the LH rear knuckle, remove the caliper from the knuckle, and allow the caliper to hang from an S-hook.
    83 Nm (61.2 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Hand-tighten the lug nut to secure the rotor on early production vehicles.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E18
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  11. Remove and discard the nut, and remove the washer that attach the LH halfshaft to the hub assembly.
  12. Install the hub puller onto the LH rear rotor, and then install and hand-tighten the puller washers (x2) and the lug nuts (x2) onto the rotor studs.
  13. Use the hub puller to free the halfshaft from the hub splines.
  14. Remove the lug nuts (x2) and the puller washers (x2) from the LH rear rotor studs, and then remove the hub puller from the rotor.
  15. Remove the bolt that attaches the brake rotor to the hub.
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    Note
    Early production vehicles may not be equipped with a bolt securing the rotor.
  16. Remove the LH rear brake rotor from the vehicle.
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    CAUTION
    Place the rotor face down to prevent damage to the rotor face.
  17. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the LH rear hub to the knuckle, and remove the hub from the vehicle.
    85 Nm (62.7 lbs-ft)

Install

  1. Inspect the tone ring on the LH rear hub prior to installation.
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    CAUTION
    Replace the hub if tone ring shows signs of damage.
    Figure 1. Bad tone ring
    Figure 2. Good tone ring
  2. Apply approximately 1 gram of Molykote M-77 Lubricant Paste only to the hub mating face on the outboard side of the LH rear drive unit halfshaft.
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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.
    Figure 3. Lubricate the area highlighted red
  3. Position the LH rear hub into the knuckle, and then install the bolts (x3) that attach the hub to the vehicle.
    85 Nm (62.7 lbs-ft)
  4. Install a new nut and washer that attach the LH rear halfshaft to the LH rear hub assembly.
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    Note
    Nut will be torqued at a later step.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
    • 6 in extension
  5. Position the LH rear brake rotor onto the LH rear hub, and then install the bolt that attaches the rotor to the hub.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  6. Install new bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear caliper bracket to the knuckle.
    83 Nm (61.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E18
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  7. Connect the electrical harness to the LH rear brake caliper connector.
  8. Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  9. Install the LH rear halfshaft nut.
    300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 6 in extension
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  10. If equipped, install the LH rear wheel center cap. See Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace).
  11. On the vehicle touchscreen, press and hold the park button to release EPB service mode.
  12. Close the LH front door and raise the LH front window.
  13. Remove the vehicle from the lift.
  14. Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine whether an EPAS alignment check (EC) or four wheel alignment check (AC) is necessary. If performed, add the alignment check/adjust as a separate activity. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.