05/04/2024 14:40:00

Oil Pump - Front Drive Unit (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 39301602 0.84 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.

  • 2024-04-05: Updated gearbox fluid information with link.
  • 2024-02-27: Updated gearbox fluid to KAF 1.
  • 1081765-00-A 3/4 TON UNDERHOIST STAND

Remove

  1. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  2. Drain the front drive unit gearbox fluid. See Gearbox Fluid - Front Drive Unit (Drain and Refill).
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    Note
    Tesla recommends that the oil filter is replaced with a new one upon removal. Any oil filter with visible corrosion or leaks must be replaced.
  3. Support the LH side of the front drive unit with an underhoist stand, as shown.
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    CAUTION
    Place a show towel between the underhoist stand and front drive unit.
  4. Remove the bolt that attaches the front drive unit to the front subframe.
    80 Nm (59.0 lbs-ft)
  5. Carefully lower the front underhoist stand until the front drive unit oil pump is accessible.
  6. Remove the bolts that attach the front drive unit oil pump to the front drive unit.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft) + 20 degrees
  7. Remove the front drive unit oil pump.
    Tip: Use the front drive unit as a fulcrum to leverage out the oil pump.

Install

  1. Lightly coat the oil pump O-rings with clean gearbox fluid.
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    Note
    Refer to Fluids and Capacities to determine which gearbox fluid is applicable.
  2. Install the oil pump into the front drive unit.
  3. Install the bolts that attach the oil pump to the front drive unit.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft) + 20 degrees
  4. Carefully raise the front underhoist stand until the front drive unit front bushing aligns with the front subframe mount.
  5. Install the bolt that attaches the front drive unit to the front subframe.
    80 Nm (59.0 lbs-ft)
  6. Remove the underhoist stand and shop towel from the LH side of the front drive unit.
  7. Refill the front drive unit gearbox fluid. See Gearbox Fluid - Front Drive Unit (Drain and Refill).
  8. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  9. Connect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  10. Update the vehicle software. See Software Update.