2025-05-29

Halfshaft - Front Drive Unit - LH (Lubricate at Hub) (Maintenance)

Correction code 3930010505 FRT 0.30 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

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Stands.
  2. Remove the LH front wheel cap.
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    Note
    Use wheel trim removal tool to release the clips.
  3. Loosen the LH front wheel nuts (x5). See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  4. Loosen the LH front drive unit halfshaft nut.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Long Breaker Bar
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
  5. Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  6. Position the hydraulic hub puller tool onto the LH front wheel studs, and then hand tighten the wheel lug nuts (x5).
  7. Separate the LH front drive unit halfshaft from the LH front hub assembly.
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    Note
    While 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.
  8. 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.
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    Note
    Clean the halfshaft before applying if necessary.
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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.
  9. Remove the hub puller tool from the LH front wheel studs.

Install

  1. Loosely install LH front halfshaft nut and washers by hand.
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    Note
    Install new nut and washer.
  2. Install the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  3. Lower vehicle fully.
  4. Fully tighten the new LH front drive unit halfshaft nut.
    300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
  5. Install the LH front wheel cap.
  6. Remove the vehicle from the lift.