2025-01-19

Rear Drive Unit Assembly - 3DU - Drive Unit - LH Mount - 3DU (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 4001020402 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.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications:Rear Drive Unit Assembly - 3DU - Drive Unit - LH Mount - 3DU (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
LH mount bolt (X1) securing drive unit to subframe
80 Nm (59.0 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
 Reuse
Bolts (X3) securing LH mount assembly to RDU
35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft) + 55 degree
  • External Torx E14
  • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
 Replace

Remove

  1. Partially lower the rear subframe and drive unit assembly. See Rear Subframe (Remove and Replace)
  2. Support center of the rear drive unit with protective block.
  3. Remove LH mount bolt securing drive unit to subframe.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  4. Release rear drive unit inverter to oil cooler hose and plug both ends.
  5. Remove bolts securing LH mount assembly to rear drive unit.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E14
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  6. Remove LH mount assembly from between rear drive unit and subframe.

Install

  1. Position LH mount assembly in between rear drive unit and subframe.
  2. Install bolts securing LH mount assembly to rear drive unit.
    35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft) + 55 degree
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E14
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  3. Remove plugs and secure inverter to cooler hose to inverter.
  4. Install LH bolt securing rear drive unit to 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
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
  5. Remove center support from rear drive unit.
  6. Install the rear subframe and drive unit assembly. See Rear Subframe (Remove and Replace)