Halfshaft - Front Drive Unit - LH (Lubricate at Hub) (Maintenance)
Correction code
3930010505
FRT
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 ServiceManualFeedback@tesla.com.
NOTE: See Personal Protection to make
sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.
- 1133386-00-A Axle Extraction, Model 3
Remove
- Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Stands.
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Remove the LH front wheel cap.
NoteUse wheel trim removal tool to release the clips.
- Loosen the LH front wheel nuts (x5). See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
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Loosen the LH front drive unit halfshaft
nut.
TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- Long Breaker Bar
- 32 mm deep impact socket
- Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Position the hydraulic hub puller tool onto the LH front wheel studs, and then hand tighten the wheel lug nuts (x5).
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Separate the LH front drive unit
halfshaft from the LH front hub assembly.
NoteWhile holding the hub in position, turn the hydraulic hub puller tool handle clockwise to separate the LH front drive unit halfshaft from the hub assembly.
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Apply approximately 1 gram of Molykote M-77 Lubricant Paste only to the hub mating
face on the outboard side of the LH front drive unit halfshaft.
NoteClean the halfshaft before applying if necessary.CAUTIONDo not apply any lubricant to the halfshaft splines. If lubricant is mistakenly applied, wipe the splines clean with a shop towel.
- Remove the hub puller tool from the LH front wheel studs.
Install
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Loosely install LH front halfshaft nut and washers by hand.
NoteInstall new nut and washer.
- Install the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
- Lower vehicle fully.
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Fully tighten the new LH front drive
unit halfshaft nut.300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)TIpUse of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 32 mm deep impact socket
- Install the LH front wheel cap.
- Remove the vehicle from the lift.