Tesla Model S: Front Drive Unit (From Below) (Remove and Install)
Tesla Model S (2012-2026) Service Manual / Front Drive Unit / Front Drive Unit (From Below) (Remove and Install)
- Front Drive Unit (From Below) (Remove and Install) - Removal
- Front Drive Unit (From Below) (Remove and Install) - Installation
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Front Drive Unit (From Below) (Remove and Install) - Removal
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Front Drive Unit (From Below) (Remove and Install) -
Installation
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
Front Drive Unit (From Below) (Remove and Replace)
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Removal
Remove the front wheel arch liner (refer to procedure).
If equipped, release the bolts (x2) that secure the front bumper
support bar (torque 11 Nm). Remove the bar from the vehicle.
Disconnect the fan motor
Park
Model S automatically shifts into Park whenever it
determines that you are exiting the vehicle. For example,
the driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the vehicle is
stopped. Model S also automatically shifts into Park
when the driver's door is opened or if no action is taken
within one minute of
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