Tesla Model S: Front Drive Unit (From Above) (Remove and Replace)
Note: If possible, use the
"From Below" procedure to remove and replace the front drive unit
(refer to procedure).
Removal
Remove the front drive unit
(refer to procedure).
Transfer Components
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Drain the coolant from the old drive unit.
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Release the 2 bolts that secure the jackshaft
to the old drive unit (torque 30 Nm).
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Remove all NVH padding except for the lower LH
section.
Note: This section
of padding cannot be removed while the drive unit is
supported by the crane.
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Open the crate that contains the new drive
unit. Set the lid on the ground so that any padding is facing
upwards.
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Lower the old drive unit onto the lid.
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Remove the crane cables from the drive unit.
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Remove the lower LH section of NVH padding from
the old drive unit.
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Remove the coolant hose and pump from the old
drive unit.
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Resecure the crane cables to the old drive unit
and lift it off of the crate lid.
Caution: Be very careful not
to damage the motor in the next step.
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Working with at least 1 assistant, lift the new
drive unit out of the crate and set it on the crate lid.
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Transfer the following components from the new
drive unit to the old drive unit:
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LH motor mount
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RH motor mount
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Use the crane to place the old drive unit into
the crate.
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Install all NVH padding except for the lower RH
section onto the new drive unit.
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Secure the crane cables to the new drive unit
and raise it.
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Install the coolant hose to the new drive unit.
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Install the 2 bolts to secure the jackshaft to
the new drive unit (torque 30 Nm).
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal,
except for the following:
Perform a full firmware
update.
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Special tools required for this procedure:
Supplier
Part Number
Description
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal,
except for the following:
Use alcohol wipes to clean the mating surfaces between the RH
motor moun
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To engage the parking brake, touch Controls > Safety >
Parking Brake. Follow the onscreen instructions.
Use the touchscreen to manually release the parking
brake (which also shifts Model S into Neutral):
1. Touch Controls > Safety.
2. Press the brake pedal, then touch Parking Brake. If
Warning: If the vehicle
has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before
raising and supporting the vehicle.
Removal
Remove front aero shield
(refer to procedure).
If equipped, remove the bash plate stamping
(refer to procedure).