2025-03-12

Bushing- Gearcase- 4DU - Rear (Remove and Install)

Correction code 4001010202 FRT 3.24 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.

Remove

  1. Remove the rear drive unit. See Rear Drive Unit - 4DU (Remove and Replace).
  2. Position the rear drive unit above an empty rear drive unit crate.
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    Note
    Use a pallet if no crate is available.
  3. Install bushing removal tool on gearcase bushing.
  4. Turn the bearing-side bushing removal tool nut with a wrench while holding the other nut in place.
  5. Separate bushing tool and remove gearcase bushing.

Install

  1. Set up the bushing tool to press in the new bushing.
  2. Turn the nut on the thrust washer to press the new bushing into the drive unit.
  3. Separate the bushing tool, and then remove it from the drive unit.
  4. Install the rear drive unit. See Rear Drive Unit - 4DU (Remove and Replace)