03/11/2023 01:48:23

Hub - Front - LH (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 31010802 0.42 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.

  • 2023-11-03: Move the step order of removing the brake rotor bolt due to the hub puller tool is updated.
  • 1096075-00-A Tool, Hub Puller, Hydraulic
  • 1062500-00-A Card, Magnetic Field Viewer

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Hub - Front - LH (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
LH front drive unit halfshaft nut
300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
  • 32 mm deep impact socket
 Replace
Bolt that attaches the LH front rotor to the LH front hub
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse
Bolt that attaches the front brake hose bracket to the LH front knuckle
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  • 4 in extension
Reuse
Bolts that attach the LH front caliper to the LH front knuckle
94 Nm (69.3 lbs-ft)
  • External Torx E18
Replace
Bolts that attach the LH front hub and bearing to the LH front knuckle
85 Nm (62.7 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
  • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  • 3 in extension
Reuse

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. If equipped, remove the LH front wheel center cap. See Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace).
  3. Loosen the LH front drive unit halfshaft nut.
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    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Long Breaker Bar
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
  4. Loosen the LH front wheel lug nuts.
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    CAUTION
    Use only hand tools to remove or install the fasteners. Do not use impact or power tools.
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    CAUTION
    Use a 6 point socket. Do not use a 12 point socket or a specialty socket.
  5. Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  6. Remove and discard the LH front drive unit halfshaft nut and washers.
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    Note
    The washers are attached to the nut.
  7. Position the hydraulic hub puller tool (1096075-00-A) onto the LH front wheel studs, and then hand tighten the wheel lug nuts (x5).
  8. Separate the LH front drive unit halfshaft from the LH front hub assembly.
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    Note
    While holding the hub in position, turn the hydraulic hub puller tool handle clockwise to separate the LH front drive unit halfshaft from the hub assembly.
  9. Remove the hub puller tool from the LH front wheel studs.
  10. Remove the bolt that attaches the front brake hose bracket to the LH front knuckle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  11. Remove and discard the bolts that attach the LH front brake caliper to the LH front knuckle, and then hang the caliper aside with an S-hook.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E18
  12. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH rear front rotor to the hub, but do not remove the rotor at this time.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • 2 in extension
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  13. Remove the LH front rotor from the vehicle.
  14. Remove the bolts that attach the LH front hub to the LH front knuckle.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 18 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 3 in extension
  15. Remove the LH front hub from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Use a magnetic field viewing card to check the LH front hub's tone ring.
  2. Apply Molykote M-77 Lubricant Paste to the outboard side of the LH rear halfshaft assembly.
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    Note
    Clean the halfshaft before applying if necessary.
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    Note
    Apply no more than 1 gram to axle only.
  3. Line up the LH front drive unit halfshaft splines, and then install the LH front hub on the LH front knuckle.
  4. Install the bolts that attach the LH front hub to the LH front 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
  5. Install the LH front rotor on the LH front 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
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  6. Install and hand tighten a new halfshaft nut on the halfshaft.
  7. Install the new bolts that attach the LH front brake caliper to the LH front knuckle, and then remove the S-hook from the vehicle.
    94 Nm (69.3 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Mark the bolts with a paint pen.
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • External Torx E18
  8. Install the bolt that attaches the front brake hose bracket to the LH front knuckle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
  9. Install the LH front wheel and hand tighten the wheel lug nuts.
  10. Lower the vehicle until the tires are touching the ground. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  11. Fully tighten the wheel lug nuts. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  12. Fully tighten the new LH front drive unit halfshaft nut.
    300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 32 mm deep impact socket
  13. If equipped, install the LH front wheel center cap. See Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace).
  14. 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.