01/04/2024 13:57:12

Bushing - Rear Drive Unit - RH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 40012402 5.10 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.

2024-01-12: Updated torque figure for the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU from 6 Nm to 10 Nm.
2023-10-24: Updated torque figure for rear upper fore link to knuckle from 76 Nm to 84 Nm.
2023-08-23: Updated EPB Service Mode reference.
2023-06-09: Added shear plate small bolts torque figure for Structural Pack vehicles.

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.

Remove

Open all four doors and lower the LH front window.
Enable the EPB Service Mode. See Parking Brake - Caliper - Rear - LH (Release)
Move LH front seat forward
Move RH front seat forward
Remove 2nd row seat cushion

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1x connector, Lift front edge of seat cushion upward to release foam from frame
Open hood
Remove rear apron

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14x clips
Power off vehicle from center display

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Via Controls > Safety & Security > Vehicle Power > Power Off
Disconnect 12V negative terminal and first responders loop

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1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x connector, Ensure vehicle is in park, climate control system is off, and vehicle is not charging before disconnecting 12V, Negative terminal should be disconnected before FRL, Allow 2 minutes for all electrical circuits to fully discharge
Remove all items from pockets and ensure not wearing metal items
Inspect HV insulating gloves

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Check gloves for damage prior to use, Refer to service document TN-15-92-003 R1, for information on inspecting HV gloves.
Put on HV insulating gloves and leather over gloves

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Make sure to wear Electrical Protective Gloves any time Hioki tester is used
Remove the bolts securing ancillary bay probe lid cover to ancillary bay cover

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2x bolts, EP10 5-Lobe, 6 Nm, Discard after removal
Remove the ancillary bay probe lid cover from the ancillary bay cover
Verify no high voltage

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Make sure to wear PPE (HV gloves, safety glasses) when working on high voltage component, Measure B+ to Ground, B- to Ground, B+ to B-, If voltage is greater than 10V, Pack contactors are not open or welded, Stop work and reach out to Service Engineering
Inspect ancillary bay probe lid cover gasket then position onto the ancillary bay cover

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Confirm no visual damage present, Replace gasket if damage is found
Install the bolts securing ancillary bay probe lid cover to ancillary bay cover

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2x bolts, EP10 5-Lobe, 6 Nm, Install new rubber washer bolts
Remove HV insulating gloves
Remove LH rear wheel cap

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1x cap, Use both hands to gently pull the wheel cap to release the clips, Wheels may be equipped with center caps
Remove RH rear wheel cap

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1x cap, Use both hands to gently pull the wheel cap to release the clips, Wheels may be equipped with center caps
Loosen RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Loosen LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Raise vehicle partially and lower lift onto locks

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Set vehicle to a comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Remove LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Remove RH rear brake caliper from knuckle and hang from body

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2x bolts, E18, 83 Nm, Discard bolts after removal
Remove LH rear brake caliper from LH rear knuckle and hang from body

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2x bolts, E18, 83 Nm, Discard bolts after removal
Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Remove mid aero shield

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11x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
Remove bolts securing rear diffuser to body

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9x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm
Remove clips securing rear diffuser to body and remove from vehicle

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6x push clips
Remove LH rear suspension cover

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1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x tabs
Remove RH rear suspension cover

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1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x tabs
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
Install spring compressor onto LH rear coil spring

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Reference photos for clarification
Unbolt LH strut from body at top mount

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2x bolts, 15mm, 41 Nm
Install spring compressor onto RH rear coil spring
Unbolt RH strut from body at top mount

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2x bolts, 15mm, 41 Nm
Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Disconnect RH side 12V subframe harness connector

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1x connector, Release locking tab
Remove RH side 12V subframe harness clip from body

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1x clip
Disconnect LH side 12V subframe harness connector

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1x connector, Release locking tab
Remove LH side 12V subframe harness clip from body

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1x clip
Remove the nut that attaches the RDU ground strap to vehicle.
Remove nut securing LH rear stabilizer bar end link to stabilizer bar

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1x nyloc nut, 15mm, 55 Nm, Break nut loose then counter-hold ball joint with 5mm hex, Discard after removal
Remove stabilizer bar from LH rear end link

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May need to move the stabilizer bar up/down to get the correct angle to remove end link, Use a pry bar as needed for assistance
Remove nut securing RH rear stabilizer bar end link to stabilizer bar

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1x nyloc nut, 15mm, 55 Nm, Break nut loose then counter-hold ball joint with 5mm hex, Discard after removal
Remove stabilizer bar from RH rear end link

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May need to move the stabilizer bar up/down to get the correct angle to remove end link, Use a pry bar as needed for assistance
Position support stand to support front portion of rear subframe
Remove bolts securing stabilizer bar to subframe

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4x patch bolts, 11mm, 30 Nm, Discard after removal
Lower support stand and remove stabilizer bar from vehicle
Remove support stand from under vehicle
Release clips securing coolant hoses to LH shear plate

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2x fir tree clips
Release LH side hose clip from rear battery skid plate

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2x clips, Clip quantity may vary on older vehicles
Release RH side hose clips from rear battery skid plate

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2x fir tree clips
Release clips securing coolant hoses to RH shear plate

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2x fir tree clips
Remove lower bolts securing rear battery enclosure skid plate

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2x bolts, EP10, 13 Nm
Remove upper nut securing rear battery enclosure skid plate

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1x nut, 10mm, 13 Nm
Remove upper bolts securing rear battery enclosure skid plate from HV battery

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4x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm
Remove rear battery enclosure skid plate from HV battery pack
Position coolant drain container underneath LH rear of HV battery
Disconnect RDU inverter inlet hose from rear of HV battery and plug both ends

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1x spring clip, 2x plugs
Position coolant drain container underneath LH RDU area
Disconnect RDU inverter inlet tube from fluid coupling

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1x spring clip, 2x plugs, Plug the hose end and the fluid coupling
Position coolant drain underneath RH rear of HV battery
Disconnect coolant outlet hose to rear PT return hose and plug hoses

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1x spring clip, 2x plugs, Use shop towel to clean any residue coolant inside RH rocker panel if necessary
Remove coolant drain container from underneath vehicle
Remove nut securing RDU HV cable bracket to HV battery

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1x nut, 10mm, 10 Nm
Disconnect RDU HV cable from HV battery

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1x connector, Release locking tab and rotate the release lever up to disengage the connector, Do not force the release lever up, Ensure the alignment tabs on the RDU header are not damaged
Place subframe lifting tool into position underneath rear subframe
Connect air supply to subframe lifting tool
Raise subframe lifting tool to support rear subframe

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3x straps, Attach metal hooks at the end of straps to rings on subframe lifting tool and pull straps until secure, Lower the vehicle if necessary, Recommend assistance
Remove smaller fasteners for LH shear plate

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2x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm for non-Structural Pack vehicles, 62 Nm for Structural Pack vehicles.
Remove large bolt securing LH shear plate and subframe to body and remove shear plate

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1x bolt, 21mm, 130 Nm, Discard after removal
Remove smaller fasteners for RH shear plate

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2x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm for non-Structural Pack vehicles, 62 Nm for Structural Pack vehicles.
Remove large bolt securing RH shear plate and subframe to body and remove shear plate

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1x bolt, 21mm, 130 Nm, Discard after removal
Remove LH rear bolt securing subframe to body

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1x bolt, 21mm, 165 Nm, Discard after removal
Remove RH rear bolt securing subframe to body

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1x bolt, 21mm, 165 Nm, Discard after removal
Lower subframe lifting tool to remove subframe from vehicle

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Use caution to not damage components while lowering subframe
Disconnect air supply from subframe lifting tool
Move the subframe lifting tool and subframe away from vehicle

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Raise vehicle if necessary
Remove coolant inlet hose clip from RDU

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1x fir tree clip
Remove coolant inlet hose from subframe
Remove bolt securing RDU HV cable bracket to RDU

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1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm
Disconnect RDU HV cable from RDU

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1x connector, Red locking tab
Remove RDU HV cable from subframe
Perform RDU diode test

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Verify RDU HV cable is disconnected from HV battery. Use a multimeter in diode mode, with the positive DMM probe to B- of the inverter and the negative probe to B+. Pin #1 on HV cables is B- and Pin #2 is B+. MOSFET acceptable diode reading:1.0 - 2.0 V. IGBT acceptable diode reading 0.45 - 2 V (if you get OL or > 2V for a reading you most likely have the probes installed the wrong way around)
Remove the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU assembly.
Remove LH rear wheel speed sensor from LH rear knuckle

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1x patch bolt, 10mm, 5 Nm
Remove grommet securing LH rear wheel speed harness to LH rear knuckle

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1x grommet
Remove nut and bolt securing LH rear upper aft link to LH rear knuckle

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 21mm, 134 Nm
Remove nut and bolt securing LH rear upper fore link to LH rear knuckle

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 18mm, 84 Nm
Remove nut and bolt securing LH rear toe link to LH rear knuckle

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 18mm, 76 Nm
Disconnect RDU 12V connector

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1x connector
Remove RDU 12V harness clip

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1x clip
Disconnect resolver connector from rear drive unit

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1x connector, 2x clips
Disconnect oil pump connector

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1x connector, Do not push down on red tab, Pull red tab to disengage lock, Pull again to release connector
Remove RH rear wheel speed sensor from RH rear knuckle

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1x patch bolt, 10mm, 5 Nm
Remove grommet securing RH rear wheel speed sensor to RH rear knuckle

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1x grommet
Remove nut and bolt securing RH rear upper aft link to RH rear knuckle

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 21mm, 134 Nm
Remove nut and bolt securing RH rear upper fore link to RH rear knuckle

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 18mm, 84 Nm
Remove nut and bolt securing RH rear toe link to RH rear knuckle

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 18mm, 76 Nm
Release LH halfshaft from rear drive unit

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1x U-bolt, 2x nuts, 10mm, Torque hand-tight, Wrap cable around inner joint, then tighten with U-bolt, Use slide hammer with cable eyelets to release, To avoid damage to the halfshaft boots and oil seals, exercise caution when removing
Remove LH halfshaft from rear drive unit

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Recommend assistance, Install axle seal plug
Release RH halfshaft from rear drive unit

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1x U-bolt, 2x nuts, 10mm, Torque hand-tight, Wrap cable around inner joint, then tighten with U-bolt, Use slide hammer with cable eyelets to release, To avoid damage to the halfshaft boots and oil seals, exercise caution when removing
Remove RH halfshaft from rear drive unit

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Recommend assistance, Install axle seal plug
Position drive unit stand underneath gantry
Attach drive unit sling tool to drive unit

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3x hooks
Secure drive unit sling to gantry
Raise sling so there is slight tension on the cables
Remove LH bolt securing drive unit to subframe

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1x bolt, 18mm, 80 Nm
Remove RH bolt securing drive unit to subframe

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1x bolt, 18mm, 80 Nm
Remove bolt securing rear of drive unit to subframe

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1x bolt, 18mm, 80 Nm
Raise sling to lift drive unit out of subframe

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Recommend assistance, Carefully guide halfshafts away from FDU while lifting
Move subframe and lifting tool from underneath drive unit
Position empty drive unit crate below drive unit

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Use pallet if no empty crate available
Lower drive unit into drive unit crate

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Use pallet if no empty crate available
Lower sling to release tension on the cables
Remove drive unit sling from gantry
Remove drive unit sling tool from drive unit
Attach RDU engine stand adapter to RDU

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3x bolts, 15mm, 3x nuts, 15mm, Hand tight, Recommend assistance
Attach gantry hook to RDU adapter
Using gantry, lift RDU assembly for installation onto engine stand
Move engine stand into position
Install RDU adapter to engine stand

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4x bolts, 18mm, 4x nuts 18mm
Install bushing removal tool on RH front bushing

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2x nuts, 22mm, use cups "C", "A", and "G" to drive bushing out, always drive on the bearing side and hold the opposite
Press bushing out from casting

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Set up bushing removal tool with the bearing away from the drive unit, the threaded rod is very close to RDU components and damage to the tool/RDU may occur if the bushing is drive out from the drive unit side
Separate bushing tool and remove bushing

Install

Prepare to install new bushing

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Before installation check whether the bushing is intact and spray lubricant on the outside of the bushing
Setup tool to press in new bushing

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2x nuts, 22mm, use cup "E" and "D", always drive on the bearing side and hold the opposite
Press in new bushing

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Ensure keyway is facing towards the top of the drive unit, parallel to the drive unit
Separate bushing tool and remove from drive unit
Using the gantry hook, support the RDU engine stand adapter, applying tension
Remove the bolts securing RDU engine stand adapter to engine stand and move engine stand away

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4x bolts, 18mm, 4x nuts, 18mm
Lower RDU and engine stand adapter onto crate
Remove gantry hook from RDU adapter and move aside
Remove RDU engine stand adapter from RDU

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3x bolts, 15mm, 3x nuts, 15mm
Attach drive unit sling tool to drive unit

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3x hooks
Secure drive unit sling to gantry
Raise drive unit out of drive unit crate
Move subframe and lifting tool underneath drive unit
Lower sling to install rear drive unit into subframe

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Recommend assistance, Carefully guide halfshafts away from FDU while lowering
Install rear bolt securing drive unit to subframe, hand tight

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1x bolt, 18mm, 80 Nm, Torque at a later step
Install RH bolt securing drive unit to subframe, hand tight

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1x bolt, 18mm, 80 Nm, Torque at a later step
Lower sling to release tension on the cables
Remove drive unit sling from gantry
Remove drive unit sling tool from drive unit

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3x hooks
Torque motor mount bolts

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3x bolts, 18mm, 80 Nm
Install LH halfshaft to drive unit

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Remove axle seal plug if necessary, Caution not to damage the axle seal during installation, Recommend assistance
Install RH halfshaft to drive unit

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Remove axle seal plug if necessary, Caution not to damage the axle seal during installation, Recommend assistance
Secure clips holding coolant outlet hose to drive unit

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4x clips
Secure coolant outlet hose to drive unit cooler

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1x spring clip, Perform push-pull-push test to make sure hose is fully seated
Secure inverter to cooler hose to cooler

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1x spring clip, Perform push-pull-push test to make sure hose is fully seated
Secure clips holding inverter to coolant hose to RDU

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4x clips
Secure inverter to cooler hose to inverter

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1x spring clip, Perform push-pull-push test to make sure hose is fully seated
Connect resolver connector to drive unit

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1x connector, 2x clips, Engage locking tab
Connect oil pump connector

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1x connector, Engage locking tab
Install RH rear toe link to knuckle and hand tighten nut and bolt

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 18mm, 76 Nm, Recommend assistance, Torque at later step
Install RH rear upper fore link to knuckle and hand tighten nut and bolt

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 18mm, 84 Nm, Recommend assistance, Torque at later step
Install RH upper aft link to knuckle and hand tighten nut and bolt

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 21mm, 134 Nm, Recommend assistance
Loosely install RH rear lower fore link to RH rear knuckle

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1x nut, 18mm, 76 Nm, Torque at later step
Install grommet securing RH wheel speed sensor to knuckle

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1x grommet
Install bolt securing RH wheel speed sensor to knuckle

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1x patch bolt, 10mm, 5 Nm
Install RDU 12V harness clip

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1x clip
Install RDU 12V connector

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1x connector
Install the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the RDU assembly.
Install LH rear toe link to knuckle and hand tighten nut and bolt

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 18mm, 76 Nm, Recommend assistance, Torque at later step
Install nut and bolt securing LH rear upper fore link to knuckle

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 18mm, 84 Nm, Torque at later step
Install LH rear upper aft link to LH rear knuckle and hand tighten nut and bolt

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 21mm, 134 Nm
Loosely install LH rear lower fore link to LH rear knuckle

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1x bolt, 1x nut, 18mm, 76 Nm, Torque at later step
Install grommet securing LH rear wheel speed sensor harness to LH rear knuckle

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1x grommet
Install LH rear wheel speed sensor to LH rear knuckle

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1x patch bolt, 10mm, 5 Nm
Install RDU HV cable into position on the rear subframe
Connect RDU HV cable to RDU

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1x connector, Install HV connector lever lock to RDU HV cable connector, Align connector to RDU then remove HV connector lever lock before fully latching connector, Use one hand to support the connector while other latching locking tab, Once installed, verify that the latch is not damaged and fully secured in the latched position
Install bolt securing RDU HV cable bracket to RDU

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1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm
Install coolant inlet hose into subframe
Remove hose plugs and connect coolant inlet hose to rear drive unit

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1x spring clip, Let coolant drain from hose before install, Perform push-pull-push test to make sure hose is fully seated
Install coolant inlet hose clip to RDU

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1x fir tree clip
Position subframe lifting tool and subframe under vehicle
Connect air supply to subframe lifting tool
Raise drive unit and subframe into position

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Use caution to not damage components while raising subframe
Install RH rear bolt securing rear subframe to body hand tight

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1x bolt, 21mm, 165 Nm, Install new bolt, Torque at later step
Install LH rear bolt securing rear subframe to body hand tight

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1x bolt, 21mm, 165 Nm, Install new bolt, Torque at later step
Install bolt and shear plate to LH side of rear subframe hand tight

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1x bolt, 21mm, 130 Nm, Install new bolt, Torque at later step
Install bolts securing LH rear shear plate to body hand tight

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2x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm for non-Structural Pack vehicles, 62 Nm for Structural Pack vehicles. Torque at later step.
Install bolt and shear plate to RH side of rear subframe hand tight

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1x bolt, 21mm, 130 Nm, Install new bolt, Torque at later step
Install bolts securing RH shear plate to HV battery hand tight

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2x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm for non-Structural Pack vehicles, 62 Nm for Structural Pack vehicles. Torque at later step.
Torque bolts securing shear plates to vehicle

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4x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm for non-Structural Pack vehicles, 62 Nm for Structural Pack vehicles.
Torque bolt securing subframe and LH rear shear plate to body

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1x bolt, 21mm, 130 Nm
Torque bolt securing subframe and RH rear shear plate to body

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1x front bolt, 21mm, 130 Nm
Torque bolt securing RH rear of subframe to body

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1x rear bolt, 21mm, 165 Nm, Mark bolt after torque
Torque bolt securing LH rear of subframe to body

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1x rear bolt, 21mm, 165 Nm, Mark bolt after torque
Install clips securing coolant hoses to RH shear plate

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2x fir tree clips
Install clips securing coolant hoses to LH shear plate

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2x fir tree clips
Lower rear subframe lifting tool from vehicle

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Verify yellow safety straps are removed from subframe
Disconnect air supply from subframe lifting tool
Remove subframe lifting tool from underneath vehicle
Connect RDU HV cable to HV battery

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1x connector, Make sure the connector lock is 90 degrees from the connector before beginning to secure the connector, Use one hand to support the connector while other latching locking tab. Once installed, verify that the latch is not damaged and fully secured in the latched position
Install nut securing RDU HV cable bracket to HV battery

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1x nut, 10mm, 10 Nm
Position coolant drain underneath RH rear of HV battery
Remove hose plugs and connect coolant outlet hose to rear PT return hose

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1x spring clip, Perform push-pull-push test to make sure hose is fully seated, Use shop towel to clean any coolant residue if necessary
Position coolant drain container underneath LH rear of HV battery
Remove plugs and connect RDU inverter inlet hose to rear of HV battery

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1x spring clip, Perform push-pull-push test to make sure hose is fully seated
Remove coolant drain container from underneath vehicle
Position rear battery enclosure skid plate to HV battery for installation
Install upper bolts securing rear battery enclosure skid plate to HV battery hand tight

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4x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm, Torque at later step
Install upper nut securing rear battery enclosure skid plate hand tight

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1x nut, 10mm, 13 Nm, Torque at later step
Install lower bolts securing HV battery rear skid plate enclosure

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2x bolts, EP10, 13 Nm, Earlier vins may be equipped with additional bolts
Torque bolts securing HV battery and rear skid plate to vehicle

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4x bolts, 13mm, 35 Nm
Torque upper nut securing rear battery enclosure skid plate

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1x nut, 10mm, 13 Nm
Install lower bolts securing HV battery rear skid plate enclosure

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2x bolts, EP10, 13 Nm, Earlier vins may be equipped with additional bolts
Install RH side hose clips to rear battery skid plate

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2x fir tree clips
Install LH side hose clip to HV battery rear skid plate enclosure

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2x clips, Clip quantity may vary on older vehicles
Place stabilizer bar into position for installation and raise stand to support stabilizer bar
Install bolts securing stabilizer bar to subframe

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4x patch bolts, 11mm, 30 Nm, Install new patch bolts
Position LH rear end link into stabilizer bar

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Adjust the end link to align with stabilizer bar, Also may need to move the stabilizer bar up/down to get the correct angle to install end link
Install nut securing LH rear end link to stabilizer bar

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1x nyloc nut, 15mm, 55 Nm, Counter-hold ball joint with 5mm hex, Install new nyloc nut, Mark bolt after torque
Position RH rear end link into stabilizer bar

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Adjust the end link to align with stabilizer bar, Also may need to move the stabilizer bar up/down to get the correct angle to install end link
Install nut securing RH rear end link to stabilizer bar

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1x nyloc nut, 15mm, 55 Nm, Counter-hold ball joint with 5mm hex, Install new nyloc nut, Mark bolt after torque
Remove support stand from under vehicle
Install the bolt that attaches the RDU ground strap to the body.

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1x bolt, 10mm, 10 Nm
Install LH side 12V subframe harness clip to body

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1x clip
Connect LH side 12V subframe harness connector

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1x connector, Engage locking tab
Install RH side 12V subframe harness clip to body

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1x clip
Connect RH side 12V subframe harness connector

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1x connector, Engage locking tab
Install rear diffuser to rear fascia assembly and secure clips to body

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6x clips
Apply Loctite 222 onto rear diffuser bolts and install bolts securing rear diffuser to body

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9x bolts, 10mm, 4 Nm
Lower vehicle partially and set 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
Install bolts securing RH damper to body at top mount

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2x bolts, 15mm, 41 Nm
Install RH rear brake caliper onto knuckle

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2x bolt, E18, 83 Nm, Install new bolts, Remove the S-hook from vehicle
Remove bolt securing RH rotor to hub

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1x bolt, 10mm, 5 Nm
Install hub jack adapter onto RH rear hub

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5x lug nuts, 21mm, Hand tight
Position and raise support stand to simulate RH rear suspension at ride height
Use rear ride height torque gauge to verify RH suspension is set to ride height specification

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May need to slightly adjust stand or compression tool
Measure from bottom of quarter panel to center of axle as a secondary check to make sure RH suspension is set to ride height

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Distance should be 427 mm
Torque bolt securing RH rear toe link to knuckle

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1x bolt, 18mm, 76 Nm, Mark with paint pen
Torque bolt securing RH rear upper fore link to knuckle

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1x bolt, 18mm, 84 Nm, Mark with paint pen
Torque bolt securing RH rear lower fore link to knuckle

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1x bolt, 18mm, 76 Nm, Mark with paint pen
Torque bolt securing RH rear upper aft link to knuckle

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1x bolt, 21mm, 134 Nm, Mark with paint pen
Remove support stand from underneath RH suspension
Remove hub jack adapter from RH rear hub

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5x lug nuts, 21mm, Hand tight
Install bolt securing RH rotor to hub

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1x bolt, 10mm, 5 Nm
Remove spring compressor from RH rear coil spring
Install bolts securing LH damper to body at top mount

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2x bolts, 15mm, 41 Nm, Apply pressure at top of damper to push down and clear wheel liner
Install LH rear brake caliper onto LH rear knuckle

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2x bolt, E18, 83 Nm, Install new bolts, Remove the S-hook from vehicle
Remove bolt securing LH rotor to hub

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1x bolt, 10mm, 5 Nm
Install hub jack adapter onto LH rear hub

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5x lug nuts, 21mm, Hand tight
Position and raise support stand to simulate LH rear suspension at ride height
Use rear ride height torque gauge to verify LH suspension is set to ride height specification

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May need to slightly adjust stand or spring compressor tool
Measure from bottom of quarter panel to center of axle as a secondary check to make sure LH suspension is set to ride height

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Distance should be 427 mm
Torque bolt securing LH rear toe link to knuckle

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1x bolt, 18mm, 76 Nm, Mark with paint pen
Torque bolt securing LH rear upper fore link to knuckle

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1x bolt, 18mm, 84 Nm, Mark with paint pen
Torque bolt securing LH rear lower fore link to knuckle

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1x bolt, 18mm, 76 Nm, Mark with paint pen
Torque bolt securing LH rear upper aft link to knuckle

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1x bolt, 21mm, 134 Nm, Mark with paint pen
Remove support stand from underneath LH rear suspension
Remove hub jack adapter from LH rear hub

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5x lug nuts, 21mm, Hand tight
Install bolt securing LH rear rotor to LH rear hub

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1x bolt, 10mm, 5 Nm
Remove spring compressor from LH rear coil spring
Raise vehicle fully and lower lift onto locks

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Set vehicle to comfortable working height, Make sure there's an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise vehicle may tilt to the side
Install LH rear suspension cover

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1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x tabs
Install RH rear suspension cover

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1x bolt, 10mm, 6 Nm, 2x tabs
Apply Loctite 222 onto mid aero shield bolts and install mid aero shield

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9x bolts, 10mm, 5 Nm
Lower vehicle partially and set 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
Install LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
Install RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm, Start lug nuts by hand before using power tool
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
Torque LH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Torque RH rear wheel

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5x nuts, 21mm, 175 Nm
Install RH rear wheel cap

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1x cap, Align valve stem with wheel cap cavity
Install LH rear wheel cap

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1x cap, Align valve stem with wheel cap cavity
Remove coolant bottle cap
Inspect coolant level and top off as necessary

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Ensure that the fluid level is at the Max line
Connect first responder loop and 12V negative terminal

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1x nut, 10mm, 6 Nm, 1x connector, Engage locking tab, Connect FRL first before connecting 12V to avoid damage to car computer
Install 2nd row seat cushion

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1x connector, Slide rear cushion rearward then align foam with seat rail, Make sure cushion is fully seated with push & pull test
Move RH front seat to original position
Move LH front seat to original position
Press and hold park button to release EPB service mode

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Remove wheel chocks if necessary
Connect to vehicle using Toolbox 3.0
Select ‘Actions/Autodiag’ tab and search for ‘ Purge'
Select ‘TEST_VCFRONT_X_THERMAL-COOLANT-AIR-PURGE ’, click ‘Run’, and allow routine to complete

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Make sure vehicle is not in drive state, Plan is still running despite the stop message, Coolant pumps will be audible, Test lasts approximately 10 mins, Speeds can be monitored in garage under PT Thermal tab, Idle speed = ~1500 RPM, Test will vary speeds from 3500-6500 RPM and actuate valve between SERIES and PARALLEL, Putting vehicle into drive state will stop this routine, If speeds hover at 7000 RPM, that means the pumps are air locked, perform vacuum fill again, Continue to add coolant and purge until the coolant level reaches between the NOM and MAX Lines on the bottle, Select ‘X’ at top right of window to close once complete
Inspect coolant level and top off as necessary

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Ensure that the fluid level is at the Max line
Install coolant bottle cap
Install rear apron

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14x clips, Hold rear wall of frunk to keep from flexing while engaging front clips
Close hood
Remove HSD cable from Ethernet port to disconnect Toolbox 3.0 from vehicle
Raise all four windows
Close all four doors

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If 12V is powered up, Unlatch rear doors before closing
Remove vehicle from lift

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Lower rack arms fully and remove from under vehicle if necessary, Remove air suspension from "Jack Mode" if equipped
Check tire pressures

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4x tires, Set to specification if necessary, Refer to the "Tire and Loading Information" label located on the driver side B-pillar
Verify the alignment slip/turn plates are locked
Drive vehicle onto alignment rack
Pull vehicle forward and stop ~ 0.5 ft before turn plates to allow for rolling compensation

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Shift to park
Shift to park
Install wheel chocks

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Place chocks on both sides of the driver's side rear tire
Latch the driver seat belt to buckle
Latch LH front door and place vehicle into neutral

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Careful not to slam the door while latch is engaged
Raise alignment rack partially and lower to lock position
Install alignment heads onto wheels

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4x alignment heads
Enter vehicle information to alignment machine
Perform rolling compensation

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Remove the wheel chocks from the LH rear tire and push the back of the tire to roll vehicle forward. Reinstall wheel chocks once vehicle is in position
Unlock alignment slip/turn plates
Verify chassis height measurement tool is calibrated

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Adjust if necessary, Measure height of tool and adjust reading to match
Perform ride height measurement

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Measure the ride height 75mm inward of the HV battery ski hole at each corner, If using ballast bags, move the front seats as necessary to achieve ride height spec, See Service Manual for ride height specifications
Apply brake pedal depressor
Perform caster sweep and install steering wheel holder and level tool

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If camber and caster are out of specification, perform necessary camber and caster adjustment
Verify alignment reading is within specification and print vehicle summary
Remove alignment heads from wheels

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4x alignment heads
Remove brake pedal depressor
Lock alignment slip/turn plates
Lower the alignment rack to ground
Unlatch the driver door, place vehicle in park and remove steering wheel leveler and steering wheel holder
Unlatch LH front seat belt
Remove wheel chocks
Remove vehicle from alignment rack
Perform test drive

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Per current FRT (00040100) 0.3 hrs, If alignment was adjusted verify tracking, If DAS components were adjusted verify operation, If brakes were serviced perform burnishing

Model 3 Service Manual

Bushing - Rear Drive Unit - RH (Remove and Replace)

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