2021-04-30

Seal - Axle - Front Drive Unit - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 39301022 0.66 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.

  • 1498673-00-A KIT, CABLE AXLE REMOVER, MS/MX/M3
  • 1096075-00-A Tool, Hub Puller, Hydraulic
  • 1131206-00-A Install Tool, Output Seal, Model 3
  • 1454928-00-A TOOL, SEAL PULLER, ADJUSTABLE, MS/MX/M3

Remove

  1. Remove the LH front drive unit halfshaft. See Halfshaft - Front Drive Unit - LH (Remove and Replace).
  2. Use an adjustable seal puller tool to remove the LH front drive unit differential-halfshaft assembly oil seal.
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    CAUTION
    Take care not to scratch the inner bore of the front drive unit with the adjustable seal puller tool.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

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CAUTION
When installing the halfshaft to the drive unit:
  • Take care not to damage or displace the oil seals.
  • Make sure that the opening of the snap rings are facing towards the bottom of the drive unit.
  • Carefully push the halfshaft into the drive unit until there is an audible "click" from the halfshaft stub contacting the pinion shaft.
  • There will be a slight pulling sensation on the halfshaft as the halfshaft circlip locks into place.
  • Pull on the inner halfshaft cup to confirm that the circlip is locked into place. If the halfshaft detaches from the drive unit then reinstall the halfshaft and then test that it is fully seated.

Use an output seal install tool and a dead blow hammer to install the new LH front drive unit differential-halfshaft assembly oil seal. Make sure the seal is flush with the front drive unit housing.