Tesla Model S: Front Drive Unit (From Below) (Remove and Install)
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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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Removal
Raise and support the vehicle (refer to procedure).
Depressure the air suspension system (refer to procedure).
Disconnect 12V power.
Rear wheel drive (RWD): Refer to
procedure.
Dual Motor: Refer to procedure.
Remove the underho
Removal
Recover refrigerant from the vehicle (refer to procedure)
Remove underhood storage unit (refer to procedure)
Remove nut securing pipe retaining plate to evaporator TXV
(torque 22 Nm).
Remove bolt securing A/C pipe bracket to cross-brace (torque 6
Nm).