16/09/2022 08:41:15

Hub - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 31010602

Special tool(s) required for this procedure:

Supplier Part Number Description
Tesla 1062500-00-A
Tesla 1082171-00-A S-hook
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Warning
If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.

Removal

  1. Remove the center cap from the front LH wheel and loosen the axle nut (torque 245 Nm).
  2. Remove the road wheel (refer to procedure).
  3. Using a suitable tool, ease the caliper pistons and brake pads away from the rotor.
  4. Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the caliper to the knuckle (torque 120 Nm).
  5. Release the caliper from the rotor and use the S-hook to support it.
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    CAUTION
    To avoid damage to the brake line, the brake caliper must be supported at all times.
  6. Remove the bolt that secures the rotor to the hub (torque 17 Nm).
  7. Remove the rotor.
  8. Remove and discard the axle nut and wedge-lock washer.
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    CAUTION
    Ensure that a new axle nut and washer are installed during installation.
  9. Use a suitable tool to partially remove the axle shaft from the hub.
  10. Release the bolts (x4) that secure the hub to the knuckle (torque 90 Nm).
  11. Rotate the knuckle and remove the bolts.
  12. Remove the front hub assembly and place it on a non-magnetic surface.
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    CAUTION
    A magnetic field from a pick-up tool or magnetic parts tray could permanently damage the magnetic pattern on the hub/bearing tone ring.

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

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Note
Clean the affected areas before installation.
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Warning
Only use cleaning agents and solvents in a well-ventilated area.
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CAUTION
Tighten bolts evenly using a diagonal sequence.
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CAUTION
Replace all patchbolt(s).

Use the magnetic field viewing card to ensure that the magnetic field on the tone ring is not damaged.

Pump the brake pedal at least 5 times to seat the brake pads against the rotors.
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Warning
Always check that the brake pads are seated correctly before driving the vehicle.

Install a new axle nut and washer.

Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine whether an EPAS alignment check (EC) or four wheel alignment check (AC) is necessary. If performed, add the alignment check/adjust as a separate activity. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.