Mount - Front Drive Unit - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction code 39012712 6.05 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.
- Remove the HV battery. See HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Install).
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Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
NoteRaise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
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Lock steering wheel into position
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Disconnect AC compressor logic connector
Note1x locking electrical connector, Do not push down on red tab, Pull to disengage lock, Pull again to release connector
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Remove retaining clip securing AC compressor logic harness to AC compressor HV harness bracket
Note1x fir tree clip
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Remove fastener securing AC compressor HV harness bracket to AC compressor
Note1x bolt, 13mm, 9 Nm
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Disconnect HV harness connector from AC compressor
Note1x locking electrical connector, Move black locking tab away form the AC compressor, Push down on locking connector to release and pull straight out of socket
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Remove AC compressor ground strap
Note1x bolt, T25, 7 Nm
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Release clip securing the coolant hose to the AC compressor bracket
Note1x fir tree clip
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Remove PT coolant pump from AC compressor bracket
NoteSlide pump assembly away from compressor off lower bracket
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Release the HV heat pump bracket from the compressor eyelet
Note1x tab, Release bracket tab and rotate rearward and up to clear compressor eyelet
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Set HV heat pump bracket aside
NoteNegotiate underneath high pressure pipe
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Release compressor bracket from multi-system beam
Note2x bolts, 15mm, 31 Nm, Recommend assistance, Support the AC compressor while removing the fasteners, Carefully remove the AC compressor and AC compressor bracket towards the front of the vehicle and under the multi-system beam, Be cautious around the coolant hose and supermanifold harness, Place fender cover on fan housing and gently place AC compressor assembly down
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Raise vehicle partially and lower onto locks
NoteSet 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
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Remove LH toeboard brace
Note3x bolts, 15mm, 30 Nm
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Remove bolt securing steering gear assembly to electric steering column and separate
Note1x bolt, 13mm, 30 Nm
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Disconnect steering gear assembly connectors
Note2x connectors, Two-stage connectors, Slide red locking tab to unlock then depress connector release to disconnect
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Disconnect EPAS CAN connectors
Note2x connectors, Do not push down on red tab, Pull red tab to disengage lock, Pull again to release connector
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Release clips securing FDU Inverter to oil cooler hose
Note4x clips
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Position transmission jack fixture under drive unit
NoteSecure FDU strap, Use caution if using a non-leveling transmission jack, FDU may not sit flush, Once mount bolts are removed, move FDU into correct position
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Remove bolts from LH FDU clevis mount to body
Note2x bolts, E14, 65 Nm
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Release bolts securing clevis to LH motor mount assembly
Note2x bolts, E14, 92 Nm
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Release bolts securing LH motor mount assembly to FDU
Note3x bolts, E14, 35 Nm + 55 degrees
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Separate clevis mount from LH motor mount assembly
Note2x bolts, E14, 92 Nm, Comes as assembly
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Install bolts securing LH motor mount assembly to FDU
Note3x bolts, E14, 35 Nm + 55 degrees, Install bolts and perform final torque in the sequence shown
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Install the bolts securing the clevis mount to the body
Note2x bolts, E14, 65 Nm
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Install bolts securing clevis to LH motor mount assembly
Note2x bolts, E14, 92 Nm, Center clevis mount and torque bolts
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Lower the FDU stand and underhoist stand away from the FDU
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Secure clips for the FDU Inverter to oil cooler hose
Note4x clips
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Connect EPAS CAN connectors
Note2x connectors, Engage locking tab
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Connect steering gear assembly connectors
Note2x connectors, Two-stage connectors, Ensure locking tab is engaged after an audible click is heard when connecting
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Slide lower electric steering column onto steering gear and install bolt
Note1x bolt, 13mm, 30 Nm
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Install LH toeboard brace
Note3x bolts, 15mm, 30 Nm
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Lower vehicle until tires are touching the ground
NoteRaise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered
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Position AC compressor bracket assembly into vehicle and secure AC compressor assembly to multi-system beam
Note2x bolts, 15mm, 31 Nm, Recommend assistance, Support the AC compressor while installing the fasteners, Carefully install the AC compressor and AC compressor bracket towards the rear of the vehicle and under the multi-system beam, Negotiate bracket around coolant hose and supermanifold harness, Hand start bolts
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Torque AC compressor bracket bolts to multi-system beam
Note2x bolts, 15mm, 31 Nm
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Position HV heat pump bracket
NoteNegotiate underneath high pressure pipe
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Secure HV heat pump bracket to AC compressor eyelet
NoteEnsure locking tab engages eyelet
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Connect HV harness connector to AC compressor
Note1x locking electrical connector, 3 stage locking connector, After fully seating the connector onto the AC compressor engage the black locking tab by pushing toward the AC compressor, Perform push-pull-push test to ensure proper seating
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Install fastener securing AC compressor HV harness bracket to AC compressor
Note1x bolt, 13mm, 9 Nm
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Install AC compressor ground strap
Note1x bolt, T25, 7 Nm
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Secure PT coolant pump onto AC compressor bracket
NoteSlide pump assembly onto compressor lower bracket
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Install clip securing the coolant hose to the AC compressor bracket
Note1x fir tree clip
- Install the HV battery. See HV Battery (AWD) (Remove and Install).