04/09/2024 13:57:33

Ground Strap - Rear Drive Unit (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 40012202 0.66 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.

    Remove

    1. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
    2. Remove the rear LH wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
    3. Remove the mid aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace).
    4. Remove the nut that attaches the rear drive unit ground strap to the frame rail, and then remove the ground strap ring terminal from the frame rail.
    5. Release the clip that attaches the rear drive unit ground strap to the rear subframe.
    6. Remove the bolt that attaches the rear drive unit ground strap to the rear drive unit, and then remove the ground strap from the vehicle.

    Install

    1. Use isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipes to clean the surface of the rear subframe and rear drive unit where the ground strap ring terminals were removed.
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      Note
      Allow the IPA to dry for at least one minute.
    2. Install the ring terminal of the rear drive unit ground strap to the frame rail, and then hand-tighten the nut that attaches the rear drive unit ground strap to the frame rail.
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      Note
      Reinstall the washer if the vehicle had this washer during removal.
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      Note
      Make sure that the angle of the ground strap provides enough clearance between the ground strap wire and the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness.
    3. Fasten the clip that attaches the rear drive unit ground strap to the rear subframe.
    4. Install the ring terminal of the rear drive unit ground strap on the rear drive unit, and then hand-tighten the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the drive unit.
    5. Hold the ring terminal in position and tighten the bolt at the rear drive unit.
      10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
    6. Hold the ring terminal in position and tighten the nut at the frame rail.
      10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
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      Note
      Make sure that the collar sits flat against the frame rail and that the orientation of the ground strap doesn’t cause any strain on the strap.
    7. Install the mid aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Mid (Remove and Replace).
    8. Install the rear LH wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
    9. Connect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).