04/06/2024 05:12:40

Halfshaft - Rear Drive Unit - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 40302002 1.20 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 proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

  • 2024-06-04: Updated EPB Service Mode reference.
  • 2024-01-19: Updated EPB Service Mode reference.
  1. Place the vehicle into EPB Service Mode. See Park Brake Caliper - Release.
  2. Remove the LH rear wheel center cap.
  3. Use the breaker bar to loosen the LH rear wheel lug nut covers.
  4. Raise partially and lower onto lock. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
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    Note
    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
  5. Remove the nuts (X5) that attach the LH rear wheel to vehicle.
    175 Nm (129.1 lbs-ft)
  6. Using the small flat head screw driver to disconnect EPB harness connector (X1) to the LH caliper motor.
  7. Using the small flat head screw driver to disconnect LH rear active damper harness.
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    Note
    Take note of original harness routing, LH and RH side are routed differently.
  8. Release subframe harness from LH rear active dampener.
  9. Release harness clip from LH rear knuckle.
  10. Remove wheel speed sensor from LH rear knuckle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  11. Disengage red locking tab and push down on black tab to release connector to LH rear ANC sensor.
  12. Remove bolts securing LH rear knuckle harness bracket and move aside.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  13. Release LH rear stabar link from rear stabar assembly.
    55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
  14. Remove LH rear brake caliper from LH rear knuckle and hang from body.
    125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Route caliper hose so that it does not get caught on stabar assembly.
  15. Remove axle nut and discard washer securing LH rear drive axle to hub assembly.
    245 Nm (180.7 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Discard after removal.
  16. If installed, remove and discard the bolt that attaches the brake rotor to the hub.
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    Note
    A new bolt will not be installed.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  17. Install the hub puller onto the LH rear brake rotor, and hand tight.
  18. Remove hub puller from LH rear hub assembly.
  19. Remove rotor from LH rear knuckle.
  20. Remove nut securing LH rear air spring module to LH rear knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Do not remove the bolt.
  21. Remove bolt securing LH rear upper fore link to knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  22. Remove bolt securing LH rear toe link to knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  23. Remove bolt securing LH rear lower fore link to knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  24. Remove LH rear knuckle assembly from vehicle.
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    Note
    Recommend assistance.
  25. Release LH halfshaft from RDU and remove from vehicle.

Installation

  1. Position halfshaft into vehicle for installation.
  2. Pull on the inner halfshaft cup to confirm that the circlip is locked into place. If the halfshaft detaches from the drive unit then reinstall the halfshaft and then test that it is fully seated.
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    CAUTION
    If reinstalling the halfshaft to the drive unit:
    • Take care not to damage or displace the oil seals.
    • Make sure that the opening of the snap rings are facing towards the bottom of the drive unit.
    • Carefully push the halfshaft into the drive unit until there is an audible "click" from the halfshaft stub contacting the pinion shaft.
    • There will be a slight pulling sensation on the halfshaft as the halfshaft circlip locks into place.
    • Pull on the inner halfshaft cup to confirm that the circlip is locked into place. If the halfshaft detaches from the drive unit then reinstall the halfshaft and then test that it is fully seated.
  3. 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.
    Tip: A bent acid brush can be of assistance.
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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.
  4. Position LH rear knuckle for installation.
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    Note
    Recommend assistance, If required, use a bolt or punch to temporarily hold knuckle in place.
  5. Install bolt securing LH rear lower aft link to knuckle
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  6. Install bolt securing LH rear toe link to knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  7. Install bolt securing LH lower fore link to knuckle
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Use a pry bar to help align fastener hole to knuckle.
  8. Install bolt securing LH upper fore link to knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  9. Install bolt securing LH rear upper aft link to knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  10. Install bolt securing LH rear air spring module to LH rear knuckle
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Pry upwards on valve body to align fastener holes. Use deadblow as a leverage against the upper arms and knuckle.
  11. Position rotor onto LH rear knuckle.
  12. Install hub jack adapter onto LH rear hub, and hand tight.
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    Note
    Used modified hydraulic hub tool if correct adapter is not available
  13. Position and raise support stand to simulate LH rear suspension at ride height.
  14. Measure the distance from the upper fore link to the bolt on the frame rail to make sure LH suspension is set to ride height.
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    Note
    Distance should be 85mm +/- 5mm.
  15. Torque bolt securing LH rear lower aft link to knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Mark with paint pen.
  16. Torque bolt securing LH rear toe link to knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  17. Torque bolt securing LH rear lower fore link to knuckle.
    170 Nm (125.4 lbs-ft)
  18. Torque bolt securing LH rear upper fore link to knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  19. Torque bolt securing LH rear upper aft link to knuckle.
    150 Nm (110.6 lbs-ft)
  20. Remove support stand from underneath LH rear suspension.
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    Note
    Lower stand until suspension is unladen before removal.
  21. Remove hub jack adapter from LH rear hub.
  22. Install new axle nut and washer assembly.
    245 Nm (180.7 lbs-ft)
  23. Install LH rear brake caliper to knuckle.
    125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft)
  24. Secure LH rear stabar link to stabar assembly.
    55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
  25. Route and install bolts securing LH rear knuckle harness bracket.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  26. Secure connector to LH rear ANC sensor.
  27. Install wheel speed sensor to LH rear knuckle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  28. Secure harness clip onto LH rear knuckle.
  29. Secure subframe harness to LH rear active dampener.
  30. Connect LH EPB caliper harness connector.
  31. Install LH rear wheel.
    175 Nm (129.1 lbs-ft)
  32. Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground.
  33. Torque LH rear wheel.
    175 Nm (129.1 lbs-ft)
  34. Torque LH rear axle nut.
    245 Nm (180.7 lbs-ft)
  35. Install LH rear wheel center cap.
  36. Remove the vehicle from the lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
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    Note
    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
  37. Perform the Wheel Alignment check. See Four Wheel Alignment Check.