2025-03-12

BUSHING- GEARCASE (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3901020202 FRT 0.50 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 wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure.

  • 1137785-00-A Kit, Drive Unit Bushing R&R, Model 3
  • 1494178-00-A Raven Drive Unit Cradle
Table 1. Torque Specifications: BUSHING- GEARCASE (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that attaches the LH motor mount to the LH motor mount bracket
105 Nm (77.4 lbs-ft)
  • External Torx E18
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches the RH motor mount to the RH motor mount bracket
105 Nm (77.4 lbs-ft)
  • External Torx E18
 Reuse
Bolt that attaches front drive unit mount to the front subframe
80 Nm (59.0 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the front aero shield. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).
  2. Place the front drive unit stand and the underhoist stand under the front drive unit.
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    Note
    Align the stand with the drive unit mounting position.
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    Note
    Stop lifting once the front drive unit stand reaches the correct position.
  3. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH motor mount to the LH motor mount bracket.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E18
  4. Remove the bolt that attaches the RH motor mount to the RH motor mount bracket.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E18
  5. Remove the bolt that attaches front drive unit mount to the front subframe.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
  6. Lower the front drive unit slightly, and then pry the front drive unit rearward and downward to separate the front drive unit from the subframe.
  7. Install the bushing removal cups and the threaded stud onto the gearbox bushing, and then use cups K, A, H, and L to press the bushing out of the front drive unit gearbox.
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    Note
    Always apply torque to the bearing when driving the bushing.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Drive Unit Bushing Kit - 1137785-00-A
    • Combination Wrench 12pt 22mm
    • Ratcheting Combination wrench Fixed head 22mm
  8. Remove the cups and the old bushing from the threaded stud.

Install

  1. Position the gearbox bushing and the installation cups to the front drive unit gearbox, and then use cups L, H, and D to press the bushing into the front drive unit gearbox.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    Always apply torque to the bearing when driving the bushing.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Drive Unit Bushing Kit - 1137785-00-A
    • Combination Wrench 12pt 22mm
    • Ratcheting Combination wrench Fixed head 22mm
  2. Remove the bushing installation cups from the front drive unit.
  3. Adjust the front drive unit to the horizontal position, and then raise the front drive unit up to the installation position to install the front drive unit.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Transmission Jack
    • Raven Drive Unit Cradle - 1494178-00-A
  4. Hand-tighten the bolt that attaches front drive unit mount to the front subframe.
  5. Hand-tighten the bolt that attaches the LH motor mount to the LH motor mount bracket.
  6. Hand-tighten the bolt that attaches the RH motor mount to the RH motor mount bracket.
  7. Tighten the bolt that attaches front drive unit mount to the front subframe.
    80 Nm (59.0 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
  8. Tighten the bolt that attaches the LH motor mount to the LH motor mount bracket.
    105 Nm (77.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E18
  9. Tighten the bolt that attaches the RH motor mount to the RH motor mount bracket.
    105 Nm (77.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E18
  10. Remove the front drive unit stand and the underhoist stand from underneath the front drive unit.
  11. Remove the front aero shield. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Remove and Replace).