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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Bushing Installation, Front Motor Mount
Use brake cleaner to clean the threaded rod and the nut bearing
assemblies.
Use 3M Spray Lube 08878 or equivalent to lubricate the threaded
rod and the nut bearing assemblies.
Slide the bushing into the left side of the front motor mount so
that the shorter cavities are horiz
Actuator - Latch - Hood - LH (Dual Motor) (Remove and Replace)
Removal
Remove the ankle catcher (refer to procedure).
Remove the LH and RH condenser ducts (refer to procedure).
Remove the plastic rivets (x3) that secure the center louver
assembly.
Note: The following image shows the center
louver assembly from the rear.
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