04/09/2024 14:29:56

Hub - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 31030702 0.48 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.

  • 2024-01-19: Updated EPB Service Mode reference.
  • 2023-11-13: Changed the step order of removing the brake rotor bolt due to the hub puller tool is updated.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Hub - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts that attach the LH rear hub and bearing to the LH rear knuckle
85 Nm (62.7 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  • 3 in extension
Reuse
Bolt that attaches the LH rear rotor to the LH rear hub
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse
Bolts that attach the LH rear caliper to the LH rear knuckle
83 Nm (61.2 lbs-ft)
  • External Torx E18
Replace
Nut that attaches the LH rear halfshaft to the LH rear hub assembly
300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
  • 32 mm deep impact socket
  • 6 in extension
Replace

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Open the LH front door and fully lower the LH front window.
  3. Enable the EPB Service Mode. See Parking Brake - Caliper - Rear - LH (Release).
  4. If equipped, remove the LH rear wheel center cap. See Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace).
  5. Loosen the LH rear wheel lug nuts.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Use only hand tools to remove or install the fasteners. Do not use impact or power tools.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Use a 6 point socket. Do not use a 12 point socket or a specialty socket.
  6. Loosen the LH rear drive unit halfshaft nut.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Long Breaker Bar
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
  7. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  8. Remove and discard the bolts that attach the LH rear caliper to the LH rear knuckle, remove the caliper from the knuckle, and allow the caliper to hang from an S-hook.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E18
  9. Remove and discard the LH rear halfshaft nut and washer.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
    • 6 in extension
  10. Position the hub puller onto the LH rear hub assembly, and then secure the puller with the wheel lug nuts (x2) and hub puller washers (x2).
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 21 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 6 in extension
  11. Rotate the hub puller counterclockwise to free the LH rear halfshaft from the LH rear hub splines.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 17 mm deep socket
  12. Remove the hub puller tool from the LH rear hub assembly.
  13. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear brake rotor to the hub, but do not remove the rotor at this time.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  14. Remove the LH rear brake rotor from the vehicle.
  15. Remove the bolts that attach the LH rear hub to the knuckle, and then remove the hub from the vehicle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 3 in extension
    Figure 1. Halfshaft hidden for clarity

Install

  1. Inspect the tone ring on the LH rear hub prior to installation.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Replace the hub if tone ring shows signs damage.
    Figure 2. Bad tone ring
    Figure 3. Good tone ring
  2. Apply approximately 1 gram of Molykote M-77 Lubricant Paste only to the hub mating face on the outboard side of the LH rear drive unit halfshaft.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Do not apply any lubricant to the halfshaft splines. If lubricant is mistakenly applied, wipe the splines clean with a shop towel.
    Figure 4. Lubricate the area highlighted red
  3. Position the LH rear halfshaft into the LH rear hub assembly, and then install the bolts that attach the LH rear hub and bearing to the LH rear knuckle.
    85 Nm (62.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 3 in extension
    Figure 5. Halfshaft hidden for clarity
  4. Install a new nut and washer that attach the LH rear halfshaft to the LH rear hub assembly.
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    Note
    Nut will be torqued at a later step.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
    • 6 in extension
  5. Position the LH rear brake rotor onto the LH rear hub, and then install the bolt that attaches the rotor to the hub.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  6. Position the LH rear caliper onto the LH rear knuckle, and then install new bolts that attach the caliper to the knuckle.
    83 Nm (61.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E18
  7. Install the LH rear wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  8. Torque the LH rear halfshaft nut.
    300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
  9. If equipped, install the LH front wheel center cap. See Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace).
  10. On the vehicle touchscreen, press and hold the park button to release EPB service mode.
  11. Close the LH front door and raise the LH front window.
  12. Remove the vehicle from the lift.
  13. Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine whether an EPAS alignment check (EC) or four wheel alignment check (AC) is necessary. If performed, add the alignment check/adjust as a separate activity. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.