04/09/2024 15:16:56

Shield - Dust - Brake - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 33011802 0.54 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.

  • 2024-05-28: Updated EPB Service Mode reference.
  • 2023-06-15: Added the whole procedure video as an overview for supplemental purposes only.
  • 1062500-00-A Card, Magnetic Field Viewer
  • 1096075-00-A Tool, Hub Puller, Hydraulic
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Warning
The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Shield - Dust - Brake - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
LH rear brake dust shield to the knuckle
8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T30 socket
  • 4 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse
Hub to the knuckle
78 Nm (57.5 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Reuse
LH rear drive unit halfshaft nut
300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
  • 32 mm deep impact socket
  • Breaker bar
Replace
Bolts that attach the rear brake caliper to the knuckle
83 Nm (61.2 lbs-ft)
  • External Torx E18
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
Replace

Remove

  1. Remove any wheel caps or covers, and then loosen the LH rear wheel lug nuts. Do not remove the wheel at this time. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Loosen the LH rear drive unit halfshaft nut.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  4. Place the vehicle into EPB Service Mode. See Parking Brake - Caliper - Rear - LH (Release).
  5. Remove the LH rear wheel. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  6. Remove and discard the LH rear drive unit halfshaft nut.
  7. Remove the LH rear brake rotor. See Brake Rotor - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Position the hub puller tool on the LH rear wheel studs, and then hand-tighten the wheel lug nuts (x5).
  9. Use the hub puller to separate the halfshaft from the hub splines.
    Tip: While holding the hub in position, turn the hydraulic hub puller tool handle clockwise to separate the LH rear drive unit halfshaft from the hub splines.
  10. Remove and discard the bolts that attach the LH rear hub to the knuckle, and then remove the hub from the vehicle.
    Figure 1. Halfshaft hidden for clarity
  11. Remove the bolts that attach the LH rear brake dust shield to the knuckle, and then remove the dust shield from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Position the LH rear brake dust shield on the knuckle, and then install the bolts that attach the dust shield to the knuckle.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
  2. Use a magnetic field viewing card to check the LH rear hub's tone ring.
  3. 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.
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    CAUTION
    Do not apply any lubricant to the halfshaft splines. If lubricant is mistakenly applied, wipe the splines clean with a shop towel.
    Figure 2. Lubricate the area highlighted red
  4. Position the LH rear drive unit halfshaft in the LH rear hub splines, and then install the new bolts that attach the hub to the knuckle.
    78 Nm (57.5 lbs-ft)
    Figure 3. Halfshaft hidden for clarity
  5. Hand-tighten a new rear drive unit halfshaft nut on the halfshaft.
  6. Install the LH rear brake rotor and caliper, but do not perform any road tests. See Brake Rotor - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace).
  7. Position the LH rear wheel on the vehicle, and then hand-tighten the LH rear wheel lug nuts.
  8. Lower the vehicle, and then shift the vehicle into Park (this will disable EPB Service Mode).
  9. Tighten LH rear wheel lug nuts. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  10. Tighten the LH rear drive unit halfshaft nut.
    300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
  11. Install any wheel caps or covers that were removed.